Nuwagaba Michael

Founder and lead safari designer

Michael founded Mnyansio Tours and Travel and plans the itineraries himself. He works with the same guides, trackers and lodge teams across Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya and Tanzania, and he travels the routes he sells. [PLACEHOLDER: replace with Michael’s own biography, including where he grew up, how he started guiding and what he specialises in.]

Credentials

[PLACEHOLDER: list real credentials only, for example Uganda Tourism Board operator licence number, Uganda Safari Guides Association membership, first aid certification and the year each was obtained.]

Written by Nuwagaba Michael

6 May 20266 minute read

How much does an East African safari really cost?

A realistic mid-range safari runs from roughly 350 to 600 US dollars per person per day, before international flights. Gorilla permits sit on top of that at 800 or 1,500 dollars.

By Nuwagaba Michael

Open conservancy grassland in the greater Mara

25 March 20266 minute read

Masai Mara reserve or a private conservancy: which should you book?

The reserve has the river crossings and lower nightly rates. The conservancies cap vehicles at a sighting and allow night drives and walking. For most travellers, the answer is one of each.

By Nuwagaba Michael

The Virunga range on the Uganda and Rwanda border

11 February 20266 minute read

Uganda or Rwanda for gorilla trekking?

Rwanda is faster to reach and easier underfoot at 1,500 dollars a permit. Uganda is 800 dollars, harder walking and a far better whole trip. Here is how to choose between them.

By Nuwagaba Michael

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