Studio Apartment
From $130,000
- Comes fully furnished
- Ocean-view studio
- Private terrace
Handover December 202717 months to go
Own a fully managed resort apartment in Zanzibar
The Investment
A hands-free investment
Samawa Beach Resort is a boutique beachfront development in Paje, Zanzibar. Every apartment is designed to be operated as part of a professionally managed resort — generating passive rental income for owners while offering personal usage throughout the year.
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APARTMENTS
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One Bedroom Apartment
From $270,000
- Comes fully furnished
- Spacious open-plan layout
- Private terrace with ocean views
Luxury One Bedroom Apartment
From $480,000
- Comes fully furnished
- Private plunge pool
- Expansive indoor & outdoor
Two Bedroom Apartment
From $720,000
- Comes fully furnished
- Wraparound terrace
- Direct ocean views
Duplex Apartment
From $1,100,000
- Comes fully furnished
- Two-level residence
- Private rooftop terrace
The Opportunity
One of the Indian Ocean's last emerging luxury beachfront markets
As international demand for premium hospitality continues to grow, Zanzibar is rapidly establishing itself as a world-class destination. Limited beachfront supply, rising tourism and professional resort management create a compelling long-term investment opportunity.
Why Invest in Samawa
- Prime Beachfront Address
- Professionally Managed Rental Programme
- Long-Term Capital Appreciation
How it works
A structured path from reservation to rental income
Reserve your preferred unit type — studio, one-bedroom, duplex or two-bedroom.
A 20% down payment secures your unit and enters you into the payment plan.
Structured milestone payments through the construction period.
Your apartment is furnished, activated and enters resort operation.
Bookings, guests, maintenance and operations handled by the hotel team.
Reserve up to 30 days of annual owner stays whenever the island calls.
Pooled Revenue Model
A Professionally Managed Investment Model
Your apartment becomes part of Samawa’s professionally managed rental programme, where revenue is generated across the entire resort and distributed based on ownership share—creating a more balanced and resilient investment. Every aspect of the operation is managed by the resort team, allowing you to enjoy effortless ownership while receiving quarterly distributions.
POOLED REVENUE STRUCTURE
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Guests stays
Reservations across participating apartments
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Pooled Resort Revenue
Combined gross resort revenue
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Resort Operations
Management, staffing, maintenance & marketing
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Net Revenue Pool
Revenue available for distribution
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Owner Distribution
Quarterly distribution based on ownership share
Managed for you
From guest services to daily operations and maintenance, every detail is professionally managed—so you can enjoy truly effortless ownership.
Ownership Structure
Clear, transparent, internationally accessible
Ownership is structured through a long-term leasehold of up to 99 years, a well-established framework for international real estate investment on the island. Our legal partners guide you through every step — from reservation to title registration.
Foreign investors are able to acquire property in Zanzibar under long-term leasehold structures.
A long-term ownership title, established and transferable, with clear buyer documentation.
Professional legal and administrative support throughout every step of the transaction.
Reservation agreement, sale contract, management agreement and title documentation.
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Returns & Investment
Model your projected return
Select a unit type to view an indicative price, down payment and projected annual return range. Figures are indicative and depend on unit selection, market conditions, occupancy and resort performance.
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One Bedroom Apartment
Size
89 m²
- Starting Price
- $270,000
- Down Payment (20%)
- $54,000
- Target ROI
- 9–12%
- Est. Annual Return
- $24,300–$32,400
Indicative figures. Actual returns depend on unit type, resort occupancy, market conditions and the terms of the management agreement. Not an offer to sell securities.
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A manageable path to ownership
A structured, milestone-based plan spread across the construction period. Tailored plans available for select investor profiles.
- Step 1Upon BookingReservation & contract20%
- Step 2Foundation CompletionFoundation works signed off10%
- Step 3Construction Slabs10% per construction slab50%
- Step 4Final HandoverOn completion & keys20%
- Step 1Upon Booking20%Reservation & contract
- Step 2Foundation Completion10%Foundation works signed off
- Step 3Construction Slabs50%10% per construction slab
- Step 4Final Handover20%On completion & keys
Live Construction Update
Development Progress
Construction Progress
Select a unit type to view an indicative price, down payment and projected annual return range. Figures are indicative and depend on unit selection, market conditions, occupancy and resort performance.
- Site PreparationCompleted
- Foundation WorksCompleted
- Building Structure CompletionUpcoming
- Interior FinishingUpcoming
- Resort CompletionExpected 2027
The Lifestyle
A day at Samawa
Beachfront Living
Dining & Wellness
Interiors
Ocean & Culture
Resort Amenities
Already Operational · Phase 01
ENVI Paje
Where craftsmanship, timeless design and hospitality come together.
ENVI Villas Paje are 100% completed, fully operational and professionally managed by ENVI Lodges, showcasing the level of quality and craftsmanship investors can expect from Samawa Beach Resort. The Samawa Beach Resort apartment building is currently around 20% complete and is being built by the same experienced teams, using the same premium materials and uncompromising construction standards.
The Location
Paje — Zanzibar's east coast, in its most desirable moment
Paje is Zanzibar's design-forward coastal village — a hub for kite surfing, wellness retreats, boutique dining and long-stay international travellers. A short transfer from Zanzibar's international airport and Stone Town.
- 50 minFrom ZNZ airport
- 0 minsOf white sand beach
- Year-roundKite surfing season
- RisingInternational demand
Investor FAQAnswers, before
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Book a Private CallYes. Foreign investors can acquire property through a long-term leasehold structure. Our legal partners guide you through the process.
Your apartment enters the resort's rental pool. Revenue is generated from combined bookings, operating costs are deducted, and owners receive their agreed share of net pool revenue.
Target ROI is 8–12% per year depending on unit type. Actual returns depend on occupancy, market conditions and resort performance.
Yes. Owners receive an annual personal-use allowance, coordinated with the resort's occupancy calendar.
A reservation deposit, a 20% down payment, and milestone payments across construction, with a final payment on handover.
Yes. There are no calendars to manage, no keys to hand over, no maintenance calls. The resort team handles operations end to end.
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