Welcome to
Zanzibar Luxury Properties
Your premier partner for navigating the dynamic real estate market of Zanzibar
Welcome to Zanzibar Luxury Properties, your dedicated partner in buying, investing, or developing luxury property on this paradise island.
Whether you’re seeking an oceanfront villa, a hotel investment, land or a safari lodge investment, we deliver a fully personalised experience grounded in expertise, discretion, and long-term value.
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From unspoiled beachfront plots to exceptional villas and income-generating hotels, we connect investors with premium opportunities in Zanzibar — alongside carefully selected safari lodge developments that complement a diversified East African portfolio.
Our Background
With over two decades of investment expertise across Europe, and leadership that includes a Chartered Fellow of the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI), we understand the dynamics of successful real estate ventures — and offer the strategic guidance needed to navigate your path to financial success in Zanzibar.
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Beyond the world of luxury real estate, we’re also passionate advocates of sustainable development. Our involvement in organic farming and permaculture projects in Zanzibar reflects our commitment to regenerative practices — and we’re always eager to share this knowledge with like-minded investors and landowners seeking eco-conscious opportunities.
Founding Partners
​Zanzibar Luxury Properties was founded by experienced international professionals with deep expertise across investment, real estate, and emerging markets. Our leadership combines institutional-grade financial discipline with on-the-ground market insight to deliver carefully vetted luxury property opportunities in Zanzibar.
Paul Tellwright, FCSI (Chartered), MSTA, CFTe
Paul Tellwright is a Chartered Fellow (FCSI) — the highest individual membership grade awarded by the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI), the UK’s leading professional body for securities and investment practitioners.
With over 15 years of international investment experience, Paul has led portfolio analysis, risk governance, and due diligence across multi-billion-dollar portfolios at global firms. He brings institutional-level investment discipline to Zanzibar’s luxury real estate market, ensuring each opportunity is rigorously assessed for risk, return potential, and long-term value.
Paul advises premium developments, including The Hills Nungwi oceanfront residences, and works closely with high-net-worth individuals, , and international investors.
Arif Suleiman Nassor
Arif Suleiman Nassor is a Zanzibar-born aerial photographer and visual specialist who brings essential local market intelligence and territorial expertise to Zanzibar Luxury Properties.
​With extensive experience in aerial photography, video production, and destination marketing, Arif has contributed to the international promotion of Zanzibar as a tourism and investment destination.
He has worked with leading institutions and platforms and serves as an official photographer for the Zanzibar Tourism and Investment Shows, producing high-impact visual assets used to position the island globally.
​At Zanzibar Luxury Properties, Arif plays a strategic role in identifying and sourcing prime land and high-end real estate, including off-market opportunities.
His deep understanding of Zanzibar’s geography, ownership landscape, and development potential enables the firm to access assets that align with strong investment fundamentals.
His visual expertise further ensures that each opportunity is presented to international luxury and investor standards.
Chiara De Michele​
Chiara De Michele bringing over ten years of international experience across financial services, client operations, compliance, and structured business management.
Her professional background includes senior roles within regulated European financial services, where she managed high-net-worth client portfolios, operational controls, compliance processes, and service quality standards. This experience provides Zanzibar Luxury Properties with corporate-grade operational discipline and governance.
At Zanzibar Luxury Properties, Chiara leads client engagement and operational coordination, overseeing initial investor enquiries, marketing communications, presentations, and structured follow-ups. As a native Italian speaker, she manages Italian-language communications and translations, supporting the firm’s European investor outreach. Her role ensures a consistent, professional, and investor-focused experience across all client interactions.
What Sets us Apart
TRUSTWORTHINESS & PROFESSIONAL INTEGRITY
We are dedicated to transparency, reliability, and integrity in every aspect of our service.
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Navigating the real estate market requires a partner you can truly rely on — and our reputation for trust and professionalism is the foundation of everything we do on the island.
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With Zanzibar Luxury Properties, you gain more than just an agency — you gain a trusted ally committed to your investment journey.
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Guided by leadership that upholds internationally recognised standards as a Chartered Fellow of the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI), we bring the highest level of financial and real-estate governance to every transaction.
MULTILINGUAL
We speak English, Italian, and French, ensuring a personalised and accessible experience tailored to your language preferences.
GREAT CONNECTIONS
With an extensive network spanning the entire island, we boast exceptional connections that enable us to guide you effortlessly in the right direction or connect you with the right person for any requirement you might have.
Your needs are our priority, and our well-established relationships ensure a smooth and comprehensive real estate experience.
AFFILIATION WITH AFRICA LUXURY PROPERTIES
COMPETITIVE COMMISSION AND NO EXCLUSIVITY AGREEMENT
Enjoy the benefits of our competitive commission rates, strategically designed to maximize your returns when selling your property.
Unlike many others, we firmly believe in providing you the freedom to explore diverse avenues without being bound by exclusivity agreements. This flexibility empowers you to choose the approach that aligns best with your unique preferences and goals.
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No commission is payable to us if we don't find a buyer.
We take great pride in our partnership with Africa Luxury Properties, as we align seamlessly with their goals and values.
This collaboration has allowed us to expand our offerings, ultimately enhancing the benefits for our valued customers. Furthermore, our mutual commitment to open communication and transparency has not only earned the trust of our clients but also provided them with a profound sense of reassurance.
COMMUNITY MATTERS
At Zanzibar Luxury Properties, we firmly believe that community matters.
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Distinguishing ourselves from others, we share a significant portion of our commission with our esteemed local agents, reinforcing our dedication to community engagement.
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The best part? This commitment comes at no extra cost for our clients.