Forest lodge

Introduction
This business idea is for establishing a forest lodge. This business idea aims at accommodating 8 people per day. The revenue potential is estimated at US$ 31,171 per month translating into US$ 374,052 per year. The total investment capital is US$ 876,730 and a profit of US $ 1,049,688 per year. This idea is also expected to yield a net profit margin of 74% and to have a payback period of 6months.

Project Description
The idea assumes a facility with 20 rooms, accommodating an average of 8 people per night and serving 15 plates of food and 20 drinks per day. Other incomes may be got from entry to the facility just to relax.

Market Analysis: 
With the growing tourist potential in the country, the market is wide. the projected areas include Mt.Elgon National park, Kibale conservation area, Kidepo valley national park, lake Mburo national park among others.

Sources of supply of raw materials
All the raw materials required in the operation of the lodge are locally available in Uganda. These include food, drink and bed facilities. Food stuffs can be obtained from any local community adjacent to the protected area. Drinks (soft and beers) and bed facilities can be obtained from either nearby trading centers or Kampala city.

Government facilities & incentives available
The Government supports the formation of Associations in different sectors. In addition the Uganda Investment Authority is also set up to promote and facilitate the potential investors.