100%Locally owned & operated
UTBLicensed safari guides
AMREFEmergency evacuation support
SerahEvery booking contributes
Traditional Ugandan dancers performing for travelers and local community
Deutschland · Uganda · Serah Project

From Germany to the gorillas — a safari with meaning, not a checklist.

Mwanzo Tours welcomes conscious German travelers who want more than a generic safari catalogue. Solo, couples & groups welcome. Locally born guides. Every journey supports the Serah Project. Plan with Hanna Lukács in Europe — experience Uganda with Anthony and his team on the ground.

Solo, couples & groups welcome Gorilla permits secured on your behalf Never mass tourism — travel your way

Why Uganda

More wildlife. Lower permit cost. A fuller journey.

Germany has a strong tradition of conscious, well-researched travel — and Uganda rewards that mindset. Where Rwanda's gorilla permit costs $1,500, Uganda's standard permit is $800 (peak) or $600 in April, May, and November. For most German travelers, that difference makes a longer, richer itinerary possible: chimps in Kibale, lions in Queen Elizabeth, Murchison Falls, and time with communities that genuinely benefit from your visit.

Uganda is not the fastest gorilla trip in East Africa. It is the one you remember for the rest of your life.

  • Mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
  • Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale National Park
  • Big Five safaris in Queen Elizabeth & Murchison Falls
  • Community encounters with real local benefit
  • Optional visit to the Serah Project children's centre

Ein anderer Ansatz

Curated journeys — not fourteen packages in a dropdown

Several excellent Uganda operators serve the German-speaking market with German founders, German-speaking guides, and tailor-made itineraries. Many offer broad East Africa catalogues — Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya, Tanzania, beach add-ons — with transparent pricing and strong community tourism credentials.

Mwanzo is for travelers who want something more focused: Uganda-first, four signature experiences, a visitable Serah Project, and a direct Anthony + Hanna Lukács bridge — without choosing from a wall of identical trip titles.

Catalogue-style operators

  • 14+ packaged itineraries in nav
  • Multi-country East Africa focus
  • Sustainability via policies & projects
  • German guides on the ground
  • Transparent per-person pricing

Mwanzo Tours

  • 4 curated flagships
  • Uganda-first · depth over breadth
  • Visit Serah Project — named impact story
  • Anthony (UG) + Hanna Lukács (EU) co-founders
  • Women's Journeys as dedicated flagship

What matters either way

  • Licensed UTB guides & 4×4 vehicles
  • Gorilla permit secured for you
  • Clear written quote before booking
  • AMREF / emergency support
  • An unforgettable gorilla encounter

Why Mwanzo

Local roots. European clarity. Real impact.

Anthony grew up in Uganda. He knows the forests, the lodges, the guides, and the communities — because they are his. Hanna Lukács, co-founder in Europe, brings the planning clarity German travelers expect: clear quotes in EUR, honest inclusions, fast replies, and no hidden surprises.

We are not a European reseller who has never set foot in Bwindi. We are not a Kampala call centre with a WordPress template. We are Mwanzo — The Beginning — and every booking supports children at the Serah Project.

Anthony Co-founder · Uganda operations · every journey on the ground
Hanna Lukács Co-founder · Europe & strategy · German-friendly planning support

Read our story → · See Serah Project impact →

Popular journeys

Curated experiences for German travelers

Tell us your dates — we tailor the rest. Peak demand aligns with Sommerferien (July–August) and Weihnachten/Neujahr. Book permits 4–6 months ahead for these windows.

JourneyDurationFrom (indicative)Highlights
3-Day Gorilla Express 3 days €1,400 – €2,000 Bwindi gorilla trek · ideal for short leave
8-Day Gorillas, Chimps & Big Five 8 days €3,200 – €4,500 Bwindi · Kibale · QE · Murchison · Bunyonyi
The Uganda Awakening 10–12 days €3,800 – €5,500+ Signature circuit · community · Nile · Sipi
Women's Journeys Custom On request Dedicated departures · female guides · wellness

View all experiences →

Practical info

Planung aus Deutschland — flights, visa, costs

Flights

Common routes: Frankfurt (FRA), Munich (MUC), Berlin (BER), or Hamburg (HAM) → Entebbe (EBB) via Nairobi, Addis Ababa, Doha, or Istanbul. Journey time: 12–17 hours with one stop.

Tip: Compare Lufthansa/Star Alliance via Nairobi (Kenya Airways) and Ethiopian via Addis Ababa.

Visa

German passport holders require a Uganda tourist e-visa. Apply online before travel. Allow at least 2 weeks processing time.

Impfungen & Gesundheit

Yellow fever vaccination required if arriving from a yellow fever endemic country. Malaria prophylaxis recommended. Travel insurance with medical evacuation cover strongly recommended. We provide a full pre-departure checklist after booking.

Uganda vs Rwanda

UgandaRwanda
Gorilla permit$800 / $600 low$1,500
Typical trip length8–12 days3–5 days
Best forWildlife + gorillas + cultureShort luxury gorilla add-on
Mwanzo✓ Primary destinationPossible extension

Full comparison guide →

Costs in EUR (excl. flights)

Return flights Germany → Entebbe€600 – €1,200
Gorilla permit alone (peak)~€740 ($800)
Gorilla permit (Apr/May/Nov)~€555 ($600)
Porter (recommended)~€15–20 per trek

How it works

So einfach planen — personal, not automated

1
Send enquiry

Form or WhatsApp — preferred dates, group size, interests.

2
Tailored proposal

Within 1–2 business days. Hanna Lukács supports German-friendly planning.

3
Review clear inclusions

Permits, lodges, meals, transport — listed explicitly in EUR.

4
Confirm booking

We secure permits and all logistics on the ground.

5
Pre-departure checklist

Packing, visa, health, arrival details.

6
Arrive Entebbe

Anthony's team handles the rest.

FAQ

Questions from German travelers

Wie weit im Voraus sollte ich buchen?

For peak season (June–September, December–February, especially July–August Sommerferien): 4–6 months. Christmas/New Year: up to 12 months. Low season (April, May, November): 1–3 months is often sufficient. Gorilla permits are limited — we secure them on your behalf once you confirm.

How is Mwanzo different from other Uganda specialists for German travelers?

Several operators serve Germany well with German-speaking guides and broad East Africa catalogues. Mwanzo is Uganda-first: four curated flagships, tailored to solo travelers and couples, a visitable Serah Project partnership, and co-founders Anthony (Uganda) and Hanna Lukács (Europe). We offer depth and a named impact story — not a dropdown of fourteen similar packages.

Ist Uganda sicher?

With a licensed local operator, yes. We use experienced guides, vetted lodges, and private 4×4 transport. We do not cut corners on safety. AMREF emergency evacuation is included in our trips.

Spricht der Guide Deutsch?

Our primary guiding language is English. German-language support is available for planning via Hanna Lukács where possible. Most German guests travel comfortably in English with our guides — many of whom have guided German travelers for years.

Was ist im Preis enthalten?

Every quote lists inclusions explicitly: permits, accommodation level, meals, park fees, transport, guide. Exclusions typically: international flights, visa, tips, travel insurance, personal expenses. No hidden surprises.

Was ist der Serah Project?

A Ugandan community organisation supporting vulnerable children with education, meals, and safe care. Every Mwanzo safari contributes — and you can visit during your trip. Learn more →

Kann ich als Alleinreisende/r teilnehmen?

Yes. We welcome solo travelers and can match you with small-group departures or design a private journey. Women's Journeys departures are also available for female solo travelers.

Bereit für das Abenteuer?

From Frankfurt, Munich, or Berlin to the forests of Bwindi — tell us what you are looking for and we will design a journey that earns its place in your life.