ABSTRACT This paper discusses the conservation and preservation of the twenty-fifth dynasty royal painted tombs of Queen Qalhata and her son King Tanwetamani in the ancient kingdom of Kush at El-Kurru, Sudan. Part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site ‘Gebel Barkal and the Sites of the Napatan Region, Sudan’, the tombs fall under the International Kurru Archaeology Project. This collaboration with archaeologists, architects, engineers, and community stakeholders focuses on improving visitor access to the tombs while ensuring their preservation. Sustainable site maintenance was considered in developing realistic conservation strategies while working in a remote area with limited materials. The treatment plan for these tombs evolved from a thorough understanding of materials and methods used in their fabrication, analysis of their history and alteration over time, and consideration of future use and accessibility. Discussion with stakeholders informed collaborative decision-making processes to arrive at appropriate treatment methodologies which could be implemented in a compressed time frame. Choice of treatment materials and decisions about stabilization and improvements to the physical structure were based on availability, ease of use, and support of long-term maintenance. These measures will enhance visitor safety and contribute to the long-term preservation of the tombs, with the hope of serving as a model for similar projects in the region.