LIYONGO · KENDWA

Thoughtfully Designed Beachfront Residences on Zanzibar's Northwest Coast.

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Forget empty package holidays. Imagine an experience of community and connection, to the real Zanzibar.

We are a community resort, inspired by the fabled Swahili hero, Liyongo. Untouched by Western culture, Liyongo is built on pure authenticity, inspired by Zanzibar’s rich cultural heritage - amplified to 5* quality.

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Curiosity

Designed for social connection and openness, to awaken our most aspirational. romantic and playful selves.

conscience

Established to work hand-in-hand with Kerdwa's village community to put an end to rubbish tips, insufficient water access, and children ill-equipped for school.

community

Crafted to showcase the stories of Zanzibar's most talented artists, foodies and more - for the ultimate Swahili holiday experience.

MASTERPLAN

60 villas over 16,500sqm.

Our community experience is supported by our proud team of Tanzanians, facilitating all aspects of this unique resort experience. From the lagoon pool to the rooftop bar, open fire kitchen or sauna & steam, we're with you.

Villas

Live locally, with 5* quality

Designed for sustainability, fully furnished and with full access to all resort facilities. Fully managed villas rented on your behalf by our in-house team, for an incredible return on your investment.

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Models

Eco Suite

Fully furnished suite with kingsize bedroom, open kitchen, living room, ensuite bathroom and garden terrace.

Spaces

King Size Bedroom

Living Room

Open Kitchen

Ensuite Bathroom

Garden Terrace

Square Metres
35
Price
$105,000
Quantity Available
20
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Studio Villa

Fully furnished 1 bedroom villa with kingsize bedroom, open kitchen, living room, ensuite bathroom and garden terrace.

Spaces

King Size Bedroom

Living Room

Open Kitchen

Ensuite Bathroom

Garden Terrace

Square Metres
46
Price
Starting at $135,000
Quantity Available
16
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Premium Villa

Fully furnished 1 bedroom villa with rooftop terrace and plunge pool, king size bedroom, extensive open kitchen, living room and ensuite bathroom.

Spaces

King Size Bedroom

Living Room

Open Kitchen

Plunge Pool

Ensuite Bathroom

Garden Terrace

Rooftop Terrace

Square Metres
55
Price
Starting at $160,000
Quantity Available
16
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2 Bedroom Villa

Fully furnished 2 bedroom villa with rooftop terrace and plunge pool, 2 king size bedrooms, extensive open kitchen, living room, 2 ensuite bathrooms and garden terrace.

Spaces

2 King Size Bedrooms

Living Room

Open Kitchen

Plunge Pool

2 Ensuite Bathrooms

Garden Terrace

Rooftop Terrace

Square Metres
88
Price
Starting at $275,000
Quantity Available
6
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3 Bedroom Villa

Fully furnished 3 bedroom villa with rooftop terrace and plunge pool, 3 king size bedrooms, extensive open kitchen, living room, 3 ensuite bathrooms and garden terrace.

Spaces

3 King Size Bedrooms

Living Room

Open Kitchen

Plunge Pool

3 Ensuite Bathrooms

Garden Terrace

Rooftop Terrace

Square Metres
134
Price
Starting at $365,000
Quantity Available
2

Located in the breezy, upmarket village of Kendwa. Just 10 minutes walk from its famous sandy shores.

With the bustling social scene of Nungwi just 3km to the north, Liyongo is perfectly situated to indulge in the a wealth of bars and restaurants at both Kendwa beach and Nungwi, while kicking back in the calming breezy highlands of Kendwa at Liyongo.

investment

Paying back in under 4 years.

Liyongo rents out of all its villas to guests, splitting the money earned from guest bookings with its residents. Meaning that within 4 years, you could look to see a complete return on your investment.

Purchase PriceAv. Annual YearBreakeven yearROI %IRR
Eco Suite$105,000$25,9153.8625.92%22.51%
Studio Villa$135,000$34,1463.9525.29%26.63%
Premium Villa$160,000$39.0763,9924.42%26.03%
2 Bedroom Villa$265.000$66,9924.0025.28%26.69%
3 Bedroom Villa$345.000$88,9013.9926.99%
Why Liyongo

Be part of our one of a kind community resort experience.

We are selling 40 villa residences off-plan, set for delivery in February 2027, to be rented out on your behalf for an incredible return on your investment. Own a piece of Zanzibar's most authentic coastal paradises, to create memories to last a lifetime.

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