Land on Zanzibar’s quieter southern coast
This property in Makunduchi, Zanzibar, is 2,100 m² (0.21 hectares) of land along the main road in the lighthouse area, a few minutes from the ocean, at an asking price of USD 38,000.
The plot sits directly on the main road, so it is easy to reach for visits, for building work and for anyone staying there in future. The ocean is a few minutes away, close enough to enjoy the coast every day while staying back from the busier beachfront.
At just over 2,000 square metres, the land gives room to plan properly: a private home with a garden, a small guesthouse, or a retreat built around the setting rather than squeezed into it.
A place with its own character
Makunduchi is one of the oldest settlements on Unguja, traditionally home to the Wahadimu people, among the island’s original inhabitants. Life here moves at its own pace, and the village keeps Swahili customs that have faded in busier parts of the island.
Every year Makunduchi hosts Mwaka Kogwa, the traditional Shirazi New Year festival, with ceremonies, music and gatherings that draw visitors from across Zanzibar. The lighthouse on this stretch of coast is a local landmark and gives the area its name.
For buyers who want Zanzibar beyond the main tourist strips, Makunduchi offers something less common: a real community, a coastline that is still unhurried, and land at a price that leaves room to build.
Property Highlights
- Location: Makunduchi lighthouse area, south-eastern coast of Unguja
- Land size: 2,100 m² (0.21 hectares)
- Access: directly on the main road
- Coast: a few minutes from the ocean
- Asking price: USD 38,000
- Documentation available for review
Investment Potential and Enquiries
The size and road access suit a range of uses, each subject to land-use rights and approvals:
- A private holiday home or residence
- A guesthouse or small boutique hotel
- Eco or cultural accommodation for visitors who want an authentic Zanzibar stay
We do not give return projections for land. Foreign buyers should confirm the ownership structure and conditions with a legal advisor before committing.
Ask us for the documents, the exact distance to the ocean, or to arrange a viewing in Makunduchi.
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