PUBLISHED ON: August 27, 2025
By Web Desk
By Web Desk
Leisure and recreation
- Shopping and Entertainment Centers:
- Afra Mall (Khartoum): A large complex offering shopping, dining options, and a children’s play area. It also features a movie theater, bowling alley, and ice-skating rink.
- Al Waha Mall (Khartoum): Another shopping mall option.
- Outdoor Activities:
- Nile Street (Khartoum): A pleasant place to walk, sit, and enjoy the gardens and the confluence of the Blue and White Niles.
- Tuti Island: Located at the confluence of the Niles, it’s accessible via a bridge for walking and exploring.
- Al Sabalouga (Sabaloka Gorge): Offers stunning mountain valley views and opportunities for boating.
- Diving and Snorkelling: Port Sudan, located on the Red Sea, is renowned for its coral reefs and offers excellent diving and snorkelling opportunities. Diving centers like Charisma Diving Sudan and Sudan Redsea Resort Divers operate in the area.
- Restaurants and Cafes: Khartoum offers a range of restaurants serving Sudanese and international cuisine. Some options include:
- Assaha Restaurant: Serves Lebanese and Mediterranean cuisine in a classy ambiance with live music.
- Hanno’s Restaurant: Known for its tasty food, friendly staff, and authentic decor.
- Ozone: Offers desserts and cafe fare.
- Mugran Restaurant: Provides a great dining experience with a view of the White and Blue Niles.
- Nightlife: While limited compared to some Western cities, Khartoum offers some nightlife options, including bars and clubs. The Greek Club is one such venue. It is important to note that the current travel advisory recommends avoiding all non-essential travel to Sudan.
