Investor Memo Ishara Sun Beach

INVESTOR MEMORANDUM
ISHARA SUN BEACH HOTEL
NYAMASHEKE, RWANDA
LAKE KIVU
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1. Location & Site Facts
The Ishara Beach hotel is privately owned by Mr. Alphonse Kayijuka and is situated in the
Nyamasheke District in the Kagano Sector, 500m away from the Nyamasheke to Karongi highway.
The property covers approximately 30ha.
Access & Transportation
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Road link from Karongi to Rusizi is well developed, and only at 500m distance from the hotel
At the road junction small shops can be found. The junction is also used as main stop for
Matatus
The hotel has direct lake access. A jetty will be upgraded
The site is less than one hour to the city of Kamembe, Rusizi District and half an hour to
Nyungwe National Park.
Infrastructure & Utilities
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Water supply is provided
The site is connected to the power grid.
Attractions
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Congo Nile Trail
Natural resources include; forests, mountains, the lake, caves, flora and fauna, hiking and
trekking trails
Lake Kivu and the many surrounding islands
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2. Project
A unique premium location of 30 ha overlooking the Lake Kivu with direct access to the lake is the
current location of the 2* Ishara Sun Beach Hotel. Based on the existing construction, the idea is to
transform the property into a 4* Boutique Hotel. Furthermore, Ishara Sun Beach will be developed
into an integral tourism center offering a wide portfolio of water sport activities, options for
organizing transportation within Rwanda, such as bike, car and boat rental services as well as a travel
center where guests will be able to book tours and airport transfer.
So far the owner has already invested an amount of approximately US$ 1 Million. The property is
built in a unique premium location of 30 ha overlooking the Lake Kivu with direct lake access. The
current hotel facilities include 20 rooms, a restaurant and a conference hall with a 250 seating
capacity. Guests are mainly local; however the hotel also receives individual and international
tourists.
The main potential for Ishara Sun Beach Hotel lies in its absolutely perfect location with lake views,
the quiet setting directly linked to the Congo Nile Trail in tandem with the strategically optimal
linkage to the main road.
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Project Description – Ishara Sun Beach Resort
Ownership:
Privately owned land
Size of property:
30 hectares
Zoning rights
Tourism rights
BUA:
30% built up area
Services to
boundaries:
Sufficient water supply
Access to site
By road, 45 minutes from Kamembe city centre
Access by boat , own private jetty
Development Plan
A boutique style resort with approx. 30 – 40 rooms at a 4* level.
The hotel will provide typical resort facilities (Spa & wellness,
Gym, Sports activities etc.), but will also offer restaurant and bar
services plus event facilities suitable for conference as well as for
private functions (weddings).
A portfolio of water sports activities will be on of the strengths of
the resort. The private jetty not only offers access to a regular
Lake Kivu water transport system it also enables private boat
rentals and many water sports activities.
In tandem with the real estate development, additional touristic
services will be launched:
- Car rental station offering one way rentals (with driver or self
driven) / drop off services
- Bike rental and service station (maintenance and repair, luggage
storage and transport service)
- Boat rental services
- Transport and tour services to cities and attractions in Rwanda,
including airport transfer.
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The main potential for Ishara Beach lies in its absolutely perfect location with lake views, the quiet
setting directly linked to the Congo Nile Trail in tandem with the strategically optimal linkage to the
main road.
Vision
Ishara Sun Beach Resort is a boutique style private hotel offering high standard private service. Due
to its location it is the perfect place for a stay for any tourist travelling along the Lake Kivu. Its close
proximity makes it the ideal location for visits to nearby attractions. A travellers´ service center
provides car rental and boat and bike rental services. A wide range of leisure activities can be booked
at the resort.
Target markets/groups
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International tourists
Regional Visitors
Individual travellers
Stop over and central meeting point
Environmental requirement before construction
The developer is required to conduct a full Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and to get an
Environmental Approval Certificate prior to construction.
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3. Financial Calculation
Ishara Sun Beach Hotel
Hotel
Location
Positioning
Target Group
USP
F&B
Restaurants
Private and public spaces
Meeting and Conventions
Rooms
Total size in m2
Financials (USD)
Hotel improvement
Sports facilities, private jetty station
Tourism services
Nyamasheke District
4 star Boutique Resort
International, Regional, Individual
Travellers, Stop over and central
meeting point
Extension from 20 to 40 rooms and
upgrade to 4* level meeting
international standards
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50-100
$ 1 – 1,500,000
$ 500,000 – 1,000,000
Detailed calculation to be made
depending on mode of operation
Operating Days
All year seasonality due to moderate climatic conditions. Discounts are common for locals and
groups.
Profit & Loss Statement
Profit and Loss is only recommendable once an investor and operator for this landmark project is
sourced.
Why invest in Rwanda:
Safe, secure, clean, green, scenic, friendly, beautiful and well governed.
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4. Contact
Rwanda Development Board
Boulevard de l’Umuganda
Gishushu Nyarutarama Road
P.O. Box
6239 Kigali
Rwanda
E-Mails: rica.rwigamba@rdb.rw,
faustin.karasira@rdb.rw
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