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Books and literature about Uganda as a travel destination are few and far between in Europe – but they are more than enough for a somewhat more detailed impression of Uganda. Above all, the German-language travel guides are highly recommended as an “appetiser” before your safari in Uganda.
German-language Travel Guides for Uganda
Heiko Hooge, IWANOWSKI: “Uganda” (formerly “Uganda & Rwanda”)
496 pages
Publisher: Iwanowski
Edition: 3 (November 2025)
Language: German
ISBN-13: 978-3-86197-285-3
Price: EUR 29.95
Web: To the Uganda travel guide at Iwanowski
This travel guide really contains all the important information for you as a tourist in Uganda.
Particularly practical is the removable map at a scale of 1:800,000. This large map is supplemented by numerous detailed maps in the book. The travel and route descriptions are practical and make it easier for you to choose your destinations. If you want to know something in more detail, you will find further details on various topics in the form of numerous info boxes.
- Lots of information on culture, people and history over around 600 pages
- Removable travel map and numerous detailed maps in the book
- Detailed route descriptions through both countries and to all national parks
Andreas Klotz (Editor): “Pearl of Africa”
312 pages
Publisher: Tipp 4 Medienproduktion
Edition: 3 (July 2019)
Language: German
ISBN-13: 978-3-943969-17-7
Price: EUR 79.90
Web: Publisher’s page Tipp 4
The illustrated book “Pearl of Africa” shows fascinating pictures from Uganda. above all of the mountain gorillas and the Rwenzori Mountains.
The print quality is perfect, predominantly full-page and double-page pictures from the Mountains of the Moon, of wildlife in Uganda’s national parks, the wonderful people and landscapes and the last mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park are shown.
Michael Iwanowski: “101 Safaris – Insider Tips and Top Destinations”
272 pages
Publisher: Iwanowski
Edition: 3 (January 2014)
Language: German
ISBN: 978-3-86197-093-4
Price: EUR 14.00
Web: “101 Safaris – Insider Tips and Top Destinations”
The renowned Africa author and expert Michael Iwanowski has compiled the best safari destinations from a total of 11 countries in this book. And Uganda is also included!
Each destination is presented in detail and illustrated with brilliant colour photos. A country profile provides general information on the travel region and an overview map lists all destinations and accommodation. A wildlife observation calendar as well as many practical tips on organisation, health precautions and safety on the road make travel planning easier.
An extra chapter is devoted to photography: being patient and speaking quietly are, alongside the right perspective, not unimportant for a successful wildlife shot. A safari consultant with a classification into categories such as adventure, luxury, culture, landscape, animals, hiking, wellness or water sports allows you to browse according to your needs and helps with choosing your destination.
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Christoph Lübbert, Reise Know-How Verlag: “Uganda, Rwanda, East Congo”
696 pages
Publisher: Reise Know-How Verlag Peter Rump (7th edition, October 2019)
Language: German
ISBN-13: 978-3-8317-3302-6
Price: EUR 26.90
Web: To the travel guide at Reise Know-How Verlag
This travel guide about Uganda also shines with many hundreds of pages of specialised and insider knowledge. Whether it is the most important cities or the national parks from west to east and north to south: you will receive the necessary information on all topics for your safari in Uganda.
The section with country-specific information is very detailed. Possible hiking and mountain tours in the Rwenzori Mountains as well as on Mount Elgon are shown.
Wolfgang Denzer, Natur und Tier Verlag: “Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda”
407 pages
Publisher: Natur und Tier Verlag (NTV), Münster
Edition: 2nd edition 2008
Language: German
ISBN-10: 393158786X
ISBN-13: 978-3931587864
Last retail price: EUR 24.80
Status: out of print – only available second-hand
This travel guide summarises travel information for the three East African countries Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. Consequently, there is less space left for Uganda.
Some travel agencies organise cross-country safaris in East Africa, so this book is also well worth reading.
Reinhard Dippelreither: “Outdoor – Uganda Rwenzori. The Journey is the Destination”
239 pages
Publisher: Stein (Conrad)
Edition: 1 (August 2006)
Language: German
ISBN-10: 3866861273
ISBN-13: 978-3866861275
Price: EUR 14.90
Status: out of print – only available second-hand
Reinhard Dippelreither takes a somewhat different approach. His book focuses solely on the spectacular landscape of the Rwenzori Mountains. A must for mountain hikers!
Supplementary Recommendation
Ruud Troost: “Safari Travel Guide East Africa”
416 pages
Publisher: Afrika Safari Media, Driehuis (Netherlands)
Edition: 1 (August 2023)
Language: German
ISBN-13: 978-90-822081-7-7
Price: EUR 34.95
Web: To the book at Zebrapunkte · at Amazon.de
Our current tip for identifying animals: The richly illustrated Safari Travel Guide East Africa helps you to reliably identify mammals, birds and reptiles on safari and presents the most important national parks of Ethiopia, Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania. Uganda is one of four countries in the book – an ideal supplement to the Uganda travel guides above.
English-language Detailed Information on Uganda
Once you are in Kampala, a visit to the local bookshops is worthwhile. Because here you will find more books with detailed information. Above all, you will get great map material. The book “Kampala A – Z” and the “Uganda Districts Information Handbook” stand out in particular.
“The Eye Magazine – The Insider Guide to Uganda”
published 6 times a year, around 100 pages, free!
The Eye Magazine
15, Bandali Rise, Bugolobi
P.O. Box 40361, Nakawa, Kampala/Uganda
Tel.: +256 (0) 414 220 020
Fax: +256 (0) 414 220 031
E-mail: theeye@theprinthouse.co.ug
Web: www.theeye.co.ug
No stay in Uganda without The Eye Magazine! The magazine is published every two months and you can get it free of charge in larger bookshops in Kampala. It is full of current events, addresses and contacts.
Because it is so informative, it is unfortunately always sold out quickly. Just as well that the same wealth of information is also available on the great website of The Eye Magazine.
“Kampala A to Z: A Complete Guide”
164 pages
Publisher: Tourguide Publications, P.O. Box 488, Kampala/Uganda
Edition: 4 (1963), reprint 2006
Language: English
ISBN-10: 9970-637-01-0
ISBN-13: 978-9970-637-01-0
Price: 12,000 USh, approx. EUR 5.00
Anyone who wants to see the city of Kampala in more detail cannot get around this book. Because it mainly consists of a map section that guides you through Kampala at three different scales. Practical: symbols in the maps mark important places such as hotels, hospitals, sights, churches, embassies, post offices, theatres …
At this price: Buy it!
“Uganda Districts Information Handbook”
226 pages
Publisher: Fountain Publishers Ltd., P.O. Box 488, Kampala/Uganda
Edition: 2 (2007)
Language: English
ISBN: 978 9970 02 429 2
Price: 20,000 USh, approx. EUR 8.00
What “Kampala A-Z” is for the capital, this book is for the whole of Uganda. For all Ugandan districts, country-specific information as well as all kinds of data on socio-economics and society can be read (languages, economy & industry, education, health). Naturally, the regional tourist sights are also mentioned.
But that is not all. Because in addition, a detailed road map is included for each district. Here too with markings and symbols as identifiers for important places. Very practical and on every car journey through Uganda much more than “nice to have”.
Camerapix Publishers International: “Spectrum Guide to Uganda”
372 pages
Publisher: Camerapix Publisher International, P.O. Box 45048, 00100 Nairobi, Kenya
Edition: 2 (2004)
Language: English
ISBN: 1-904722-06-7
Price: approx. 50,000 USh, approx. EUR 19
The “Spectrum Guide to Uganda” is not a book for on the road, but rather something for your first relaxed evenings on the terrace of your safari lodge. Because the country of Uganda is presented in its entirety in great detail. Divided into 6 parts, it covers
- History, geography, people
- Nature experiences outside the capital
- Kampala and other major cities
- Detailed information on animals, art, sport, culture …
- Economy and business opportunities
- Travel information in brief
Rounded off with pages of address data and contact information.
Robin Rheeder: “Uganda at a Glance”
159 pages
Publisher: Fountain Publishers Ltd., P.O. Box 488, Kampala/Uganda
Edition: 1 (2002)
Language: English
ISBN: 9970 02 376 4
Price: approx. 20,000 USh, approx. EUR 8.00
This book also presents Uganda as a travel destination, but the focus is clearly more on the pictures. Colourful and large-format, you gain insights into the landscapes, the country and its people, cities, animals and plants.
Once again, an address section at the end rounds off the book.
Arthur Gakwandi: “Uganda Pocket Facts”
125 pages
Publisher: Fountain Publishers Ltd., P.O. Box 488, Kampala/Uganda
Edition: 2 (1999)
Language: English
ISBN: 9970 02 145 1
Price: approx. 10,000 USh, approx. EUR 4.00
The “Uganda Pocket Facts” are rather plain and black-and-white in layout. The value of the book lies in emphasising Uganda’s uniqueness and the underlying (physiogeographical) causes.
Divided into 11 chapters and a concluding section with tables and illustrations, the topics of politics and economy in particular are treated with great precision.
David Kibirige: “The Hills of Kampala …and their history”
30 pages
Publisher: Tourguide Publications, P.O. Box 488, Kampala/Uganda
Edition: 1 (2006)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 9970 637 02 9
ISBN-13:978 9970 637 00 2
Kampala originally arose on seven hills. In the meantime, however, the metropolis has expanded to more than 20 hills.
This small book informs you about the original seven hills, explains their special features up to the present day as well as the meaning of the names. The essentials about the other hills are also explained and described. Numerous pictures round off the book.
Thierry Joffroy & Sebastian Moriset: “Kasubi Tombs”
36 pages
Publisher: CRATerre-ENSAG
Edition: 1 (2006)
Language: English
ISBN: 2906901 42 3
Price: 6,000 USh, approx. EUR 2.50
The Kasubi Tombs are a sacred burial site for Ugandan kings and recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.
This small book informs you about everything worth knowing about the Kasubi Tombs.
For the truly committed: Learn Luganda
A real insider tip: Learn a few words of Luganda before your trip to Uganda. This will earn you great joy and respect from every local. Because you show that you are very interested in the country of Uganda and have engaged with it.
Margaret Nanfuka: Luganda-English, Phrasebook for Tourists
45 pages
Publisher: Fountain Publishers Ltd., P.O. Box 488, Kampala/Uganda
Edition: 4 (2003)
Language: English
ISBN: 9970 02 063 3
Price: 13,000 USh, approx. EUR 5.00
Osiibye otyano Ssebo? Bulungi Nnyabo! If you want to earn particularly great sympathy from Ugandans, then learn a few bits of Luganda.
This small book introduces you to the most essential basics and is oriented towards the needs of tourists.
J.D. Chesswas: The Essentials of Luganda
203 pages
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Edition: 4 (1963), reprint 2006
Language: English
ISBN: 0 19 312435 1
Price: 15,000 USh, approx. EUR 6.00
With this book you can intensively engage with the Luganda language. Vocabulary and grammar are explained in detail. Small exercises at the end of each chapter serve to check learning progress.