7 Days / 6 Nights
Experience More of Zanzibar. Still Have Time to Relax.
Seven days gives you the freedom to discover Zanzibar without rushing from one place to another.
The Nuru Zanzibar Experience combines six nights at Nuru ya Zanzibar with daily breakfast, return airport transfers and three full-day island experiences.
Explore Zanzibar's history and culture, discover its northern coastline and marine life, visit Jozani Forest and the island's famous beaches — then return to peaceful Pongwe for time by the pool, in the garden or at the beach.
What's Included
Your Complete Island Holiday EssentialsYour Nuru Zanzibar Experience includes the essentials for a complete island holiday.
- 6 Nights Accommodation: Stay at Nuru ya Zanzibar in your selected room category.
- Daily Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at Nuru each morning during your stay.
- Return Airport Transfers: Airport transfer on arrival and departure, arranged as part of your package.
- 3 Full-Day Zanzibar Experiences: Explore three different sides of Zanzibar through carefully selected full-day experiences.
- Applicable Infrastructure Tax: The applicable infrastructure tax for your stay is included.
Your Three Zanzibar Experiences
Spice, Stone Town & Prison Island
Begin your Zanzibar discovery with a journey through the island's flavours, history and culture. Visit a spice plantation, explore historic Stone Town and take a boat to Prison Island, also known as Changuu Island, to see the famous giant tortoises.
- Spice plantation
- Zanzibar spices and tropical plants
- Historic Stone Town
- Changuu / Prison Island
- Giant Aldabra tortoises
- Zanzibar history and culture
Mnemba, Nungwi & Kendwa
Discover Zanzibar's northern coastline and marine environment. Depending on the itinerary and conditions, enjoy the waters around Mnemba, opportunities for snorkelling, Nungwi and its sea-turtle conservation experience, traditional dhow boat building and time around Kendwa Beach.
- Mnemba marine area
- Snorkelling
- Nungwi
- Sea turtles
- Traditional dhow building
- Kendwa Beach
*Activities are subject to weather, sea conditions and availability.
Jozani, The Rock, Mtendeni & Paje
Discover another side of Zanzibar, from tropical forest and wildlife to the island's east-coast beaches. Visit Jozani Forest and look for Zanzibar's famous red colobus monkeys before continuing towards the coast.
- Jozani Forest
- Red colobus monkeys
- The Rock
- Mtendeni Beach
- Paje
- Zanzibar's east coast
*The exact itinerary may vary according to weather, conditions and availability.
Your 7-Day Zanzibar Experience
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrive. Settle In. Start Slowly.
Arrive in Zanzibar and meet your arranged airport transfer. Travel to Nuru ya Zanzibar in Pongwe and check into your room. Take the rest of the day to settle in and relax. Enjoy the pool, garden, restaurant or simply rest after your journey. Your Zanzibar experience begins without the need to rush.
Overnight: Nuru ya Zanzibar | Meals: Breakfast not applicable on arrival day
Discover Zanzibar's History and Culture
Start your morning with breakfast at Nuru before heading out for your first full-day experience. Discover Zanzibar's famous spices, explore historic Stone Town and continue by boat to Prison Island to see the giant tortoises. Return to Nuru in the evening and enjoy a relaxed evening after your day of discovery.
Overnight: Nuru ya Zanzibar | Meals: Breakfast
Slow Down. Enjoy the Property.
After breakfast, take a break from excursions. Spend time around the pool and garden, enjoy a meal or drink at the restaurant, or simply read and relax. If you want to explore the surrounding area, complimentary bicycles are available, subject to availability. You can also enjoy time at Pongwe Beach through Nuru's beach arrangement. Collect a beach towel from Nuru and head out to enjoy the coast.
Overnight: Nuru ya Zanzibar | Meals: Breakfast
Discover the Northern Coast
After breakfast, head out for your second full-day Zanzibar experience. Explore the marine environment around Mnemba and enjoy opportunities for snorkelling. Continue towards Nungwi and Kendwa, with the itinerary potentially including a sea-turtle conservation experience and traditional dhow boat building. Return to Nuru after your day out.
Overnight: Nuru ya Zanzibar | Meals: Breakfast
Beach. Pool. Bicycle. Or Nothing at All.
Today is deliberately unplanned. Enjoy breakfast and decide how you want to spend your day. Relax by the pool, spend time in the garden, cycle around Pongwe or visit the beach through our beach arrangement. You can also simply do nothing — sometimes that is exactly what a Zanzibar holiday needs.
Overnight: Nuru ya Zanzibar | Meals: Breakfast
Forest, Coast & East Zanzibar
After breakfast, set out for your third full-day experience. Explore Jozani Forest and its natural environment before continuing towards the east coast. Depending on the itinerary, visit The Rock, Mtendeni Beach and Paje before returning to Nuru. It is your final full day of discovery — a chance to experience another side of Zanzibar before enjoying your last evening at Nuru.
Overnight: Nuru ya Zanzibar | Meals: Breakfast
One Last Morning on the Island
Enjoy your final breakfast at Nuru. Depending on your departure time, take one last swim, relax in the garden or enjoy some final time around Pongwe. Check out and take your arranged transfer to Zanzibar Airport.
Meals: Breakfast
The Nuru Experience
Your Place to Relax Between AdventuresA complete Zanzibar holiday should leave room for both discovery and relaxation. At Nuru, your days between excursions can be as active or as slow as you choose.
Pool & Garden
Swim, relax and enjoy the peaceful tropical surroundings of the property.
Pongwe Beach
Enjoy beach time through Nuru's beach arrangement in Pongwe. A sunlounger is available for guests, and you can collect a beach towel from Nuru.
Free Bicycles
Explore Pongwe at your own pace with complimentary bicycles, subject to availability.
Restaurant & Drinks
Start your mornings with breakfast and enjoy meals and refreshments at Nuru's restaurant.
Personal Hospitality
With around 14 rooms, Nuru offers a smaller and more personal setting for your Zanzibar stay.
Your Room
Comfortable Accommodation in PongweAfter a day exploring the island, return to a comfortable room at Nuru ya Zanzibar. Depending on your selected room category, rooms offer:
- Air conditioning
- Ceiling fan
- Private bathroom
- Mosquito net
- Free Wi-Fi
- TV
- Mini-fridge
- Hair dryer
- Safe box
- Table and chairs
- Garden and pool views
- Housekeeping
Choose the room that best suits your group and style of travel.
Who Is This Package For?
Ideal TravellersThe Nuru Zanzibar Experience is ideal for:
- Couples
- Honeymooners
- Families
- Friends travelling together
- Independent travellers
- Small groups
- First-time visitors who want to see more of Zanzibar
- Travellers who prefer a longer, slower island holiday
It is particularly suited to guests who want to combine meaningful exploration with genuine downtime. You do not have to spend every day on an excursion. The itinerary deliberately leaves space to enjoy Zanzibar at a slower pace.
Experience Zanzibar Your Way
Seven Days. Six Nights. Three Experiences.
Discover the history and culture of Zanzibar. Explore the northern coast and marine environment. Walk through tropical forest and experience the east coast. Then slow down, enjoy Pongwe and make time simply to relax.
The Nuru Zanzibar Experience gives you the time to experience more of the island without turning your holiday into a race from one attraction to another.
What's Not Included
ExclusionsUnless specifically stated in your booking, the following are not included:
- International or domestic flights
- Lunch and dinner, unless specifically stated
- Personal expenses
- Additional excursions or activities
- Additional transfers outside the included airport transfers
- Travel insurance
- Any services not specifically listed under "What's Included"
Additional experiences can be arranged on request, subject to availability.