Koome Island is a monumental 3,053-acre freehold territory, representing one of the largest private landholdings on the world’s second-largest freshwater lake. Known as a cornerstone of the "Pearl of Africa," the island balances raw ecological power with immense economic utility. With over half the acreage covered in high-value hardwood and the remainder featuring hyper-fertile soil, Koome is a triple-threat asset: a sustainable forestry reserve, a large-scale agricultural engine, and a premier destination for luxury eco-tourism.
Property Details
The estate is a non-developed sanctuary with significant natural capital:
Hardwood Reserve: More than 50% of the 3,053 acres consists of mature, high-quality hardwood forest, offering substantial timber value and carbon-sequestration potential.
Agricultural Fertility: The island’s soil is exceptionally rich, currently supporting natural growth of palms, pineapples, and local fruits, suitable for industrial-scale organic farming.
Pricing: Offered at a highly competitive USD $1,400 per acre, or USD $4,274,200 for the full freehold parcel.
Status: Rare Freehold title in a region where most island property is held under restricted tenure, providing permanent security for international investors.
Land & Waterfront
Koome features a diverse interior topography and an expansive Lake Victoria shoreline.
The Interior: Characterized by rolling hills, dense tropical vegetation, and unique inland water features (small ponds and wetlands) that enhance the island's biodiversity.
Aquatic Environment: Surrounded by the clear, deep waters of Lake Victoria, world-renowned for Nile Perch and Tilapia fishing.
Views: Elevated ridges across the 3,000+ acres offer panoramic vistas of the surrounding archipelago and the distant Entebbe skyline.
Access & Utilities
Logistics are remarkably efficient for a landmass of this magnitude.
Transit: A 45-minute speedboat journey from Entebbe/Kampala hubs. Its proximity to the international airport ensures a seamless "flight-to-island" transition for global guests or stakeholders.
Utilities: As a 2026 non-developed asset, the island is a "blank canvas" for sustainable infrastructure. The scale supports the installation of a private solar-grid, wind turbines, and large-scale water purification systems.
Lifestyle & Value
Koome Island is a legacy asset for the visionary institutional or private investor. It offers the rare ability to control a self-contained ecosystem where agricultural output and timber management can offset the costs of developing a world-class resort or conservation park. Whether envisioned as a carbon-credit reserve, a luxury fishing lodge, or a sustainable "city-island," its freehold status and proximity to Uganda’s primary gateway ensure it remains one of Africa’s most compelling 2026 property opportunities.
Note: Listing images may be enhanced with AI to illustrate development potential.
