Che’s Bay Resort: The Hidden GEM in Busia County

Che’s Bay Resort is located on the shores of Lake Victoria, popularly known as Port Victoria, Budalangi, Busia County. The Resort is tucked between Singwe and Mwita hills, right at the border of Kenya and Uganda. Che’s Bay Resort has gained a reputation as one of the most luxurious and sought-after destinations in the Western and Nyanza regions of Kenya.

Che’s Bay is a sheltered haven with a stunning view of the lake and its beautiful islands, including Sigulu Island on the Ugandan side and Sumba Island in the Kenyan waters. Che’s Bay Resort offers a breathtaking view of the largest freshwater lake in Africa (Lake Victoria) and the second-largest in the world. The resort is a perfect destination that attracts foreign tourists and middle-class Kenyans seeking to unplug from the hustle and bustle of the city. Visitors can enjoy Lake Victoria’s beautiful scenery, fresh breeze, and cool waters while indulging in sumptuous meals and engaging in various activities.

Che’s Bay Resort is divided into two sections: accommodation and hotel/lounge. Visitors can book a modern house or tented accommodation near Lake Victoria in the accommodation segment. The hotel and lounge segment, on the other hand, is where meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) are served, and visitors can order their favourite drinks while watching football matches or dancing to live music performed by guest artists. Meal rates are separate from accommodation rates and vary depending on the order.

Che’s Bay Resort Menu

The food served at the resort is delicious. Although a little pricey, it is well worth the money. This place is simply one of the best getaway destinations in the entire western and Nyanza region, with traditional cuisines, exquisite drinks, and international cuisines. Of course, being on the shores of Lake Victoria, Che’s Bay offers some of the best fish and other seafood prepared by highly trained chefs.

Che’s Bay Resort Accommodation

You can book the modern house or the tented accommodation, both of which are located right on the shores of Lake Victoria.

Che’s Bay Resort Accommodation Rates

The rates vary depending on the package selected

Che’s Bay Resort Activities

Visitors can participate in a variety of activities while at the resort, in addition to relaxing in luxurious rooms and eating sumptuous meals. Some of the activities available include;

• Take a boat ride to Sigulu Island, Sumba Island, and Sango Delta, where they can have a good view of River Nzoia emptying its water into Lake Victoria – (Ksh 3,000)
• Kayaking in Lake Victoria – Ksh 1,000
• Jet skiing – Ksh 5,000
• Larisa Kids Haven (Kids Zone) – Ksh 600
• Playing beach volleyball
• Enjoying bouncing castles
• Team Building – Ksh 5,000
• Beach Sports (Water Games) – Ksh 200
• Hiking – Ksh 2,000
• Bird watching
• Camping
• Swimming

The resort also hosts the annual Isambo International Beach Festival, which takes place on the shores of Lake Victoria every December. The festival, which promotes culture fusion, people-to-people diplomacy, and the blue economy, highlights the Lake Basin as a sports, culture, and tourism magnet. The festival, which began in December 2014, attracts a large population of both local Kenyans and foreigners and is now in its seventh season.

Che’s Bay Resort Contacts

Phone: 0722-470946