Island Escape: 7 Things Guests Can Expect at Sudhir’s Paradise Island Resort on Lake Victoria

What the report says

Paradise Island Resort is set to open on 1 December 2026 on a private 19-acre island in Lake Victoria, according to Watchdog Uganda. The resort is being developed by the Ruparelia Group under Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia and is described as a solar-powered property about 10 kilometres offshore, with access by a 20-minute speedboat ride from Speke Resort Munyonyo Marina.

The article says the project is designed around privacy, lake views and low-impact tourism. It highlights 38 accommodation units, including standard cottages, cliff-hanger cottages, deluxe two-bedroom cottages and executive villas, along with preserved natural vegetation and terrain around the buildings. It also notes that the island will run entirely on solar energy, with no diesel generators, and will use energy-efficient systems, water conservation measures and electric golf carts.

Watchdog Uganda says guests can also expect a man-made beach, an infinity pool overlooking Lake Victoria, dining and wellness facilities, and spaces for events such as weddings, retreats and private functions. The resort is also promoting activities such as kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing, nature walks, birdwatching and boat excursions, plus family-friendly options like outdoor cinema and bonfires.

If delivered as planned, the resort would add a new high-end option to Uganda’s tourism sector and build on the country’s lake-based leisure offerings. The article presents it as a distinctive private-island destination, though final operations and visitor experience may still depend on the opening process and future management decisions.