Khartoum
SudanSD
Capital of Sudan
Khartoum, also spelled Khartum, is the capital city of Sudan as well as Khartoum State. With an estimated population of 7.1 million people, Greater Khartoum is the largest urban area in Sudan.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 5,345,000
- Coordinates
- 15.552, 32.532
- Timezone
- Africa/Khartoum
- Elevation
- 382 m
Overview of Khartoum
Khartoum — a large metropolitan hub in Sudan — is worth a place on your map. Around 5,345,000 people live here. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. Khartoum is strongest on water sports, adventure and sports. Its northern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls.
Things to do in Khartoum
Water Sports in Khartoum
(13)Under water sports, Khartoum is tagged with Bodyboard, Canoeing, Diving, Kayaking and Kiteboarding. In all, 13 activities are recorded in this category. This reflects only what is documented for Khartoum.
Adventure in Khartoum
(9)Adventure in Khartoum covers Abseiling, Adventure, Adventure Parks, Amusement Parks and Climbing. In all, 9 activities are recorded in this category. This reflects only what is documented for Khartoum.
Sports in Khartoum
(5)On the sports side, Khartoum offers Golf, Hiking, Skateboard, Snow Tubing and Tennis. All of it is drawn from Khartoum's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Nature in Khartoum
(4)Khartoum records Caves, Desert, National Parks and Parks under nature. All of it is drawn from Khartoum's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Wellness in Khartoum
(4)Wellness lovers get Hammam, Ranches, Therms and Turkish Baths. Everything listed here comes from what Khartoum is actually tagged with. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Culture in Khartoum
(2)Under culture, Khartoum is tagged with Castles and Mines. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Khartoum.
Nightlife in Khartoum
(2)Looking for nightlife? Khartoum has Casinos and Nightlife. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Khartoum.
Best time to visit Khartoum
June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Snow activities belong to December to February. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
Getting there & around
Long-distance travel plus local networks make Khartoum straightforward to reach and cross. Time zone: Africa/Khartoum.
Similar destinations
Places near Khartoum that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Khartoum known for?
- Khartoum, in Sudan, is best known for water sports, adventure and sports. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 5,345,000 residents.
- What can you do in Khartoum?
- Recorded activities in Khartoum include Bodyboard, Canoeing, Diving, Kayaking and Kiteboarding. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Khartoum?
- June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Snow activities belong to December to February. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
- Where is Khartoum located?
- Khartoum is located in Sudan. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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