Bali: Blue Lagoon Snorkeling Tour & Lunch with Hotel Pickup

Summary

Snorkeling Bali’s east coast reefs then sharing lunch by the sea

You’ll slip into Bali’s warm waters at Blue Lagoon Beach and Tanjung Jepun for two different snorkeling sessions—colorful fish everywhere you look—then dry off over a local lunch steps from the sand. With hotel pickup included and friendly guides along for every step, it’s less hassle and more time soaking up what makes Bali feel so alive.

What’s the experience like?

We rolled out of Ubud just after sunrise, windows down, that sticky-sweet Bali morning air sneaking in. Our driver, Wayan, had this calm way of pointing out little things — a temple tucked behind banana trees, women setting out baskets of flowers. The drive to Padang Bai took about an hour, but honestly, it slipped by. I kept catching glimpses of the ocean between hills and thinking, “Is this really where we’re going to snorkel?”

At Blue Lagoon Beach, everything felt softer — sand like flour under my toes and that weird hush you get before you put your head underwater. Our guide handed me a mask and fins (I always fumble with those straps) and gave us a quick rundown in a mix of English and Bahasa. He told me the word for parrotfish — “ikan kakaktua” — and Li laughed when I tried to say it in Mandarin; probably butchered it. We spent about an hour drifting over coral gardens at the first spot, watching these wild little fish dart around. At Tanjung Jepun, the water was clearer somehow. I remember this sudden cool patch brushing past my legs — maybe a current or just nerves.

I didn’t expect lunch to taste so good after swimming. Back at Puri Rai Restaurant (it’s right near the beach), we sat in damp clothes eating nasi goreng while our hair dried in the sun. Someone nearby was grilling fish; you could smell it mixing with sea salt on the breeze. There was no rush — just people swapping stories about what they saw underwater or how many times their mask leaked (just me?).

The ride back felt slower, maybe because I was still half-floating from being in the water all morning. I keep thinking about those flashes of color under the surface — lionfish moving like tiny dancers — and how easy it was to forget everything else for a couple hours.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Bali snorkeling and lunch at Blue Lagoon

• Hotel pickup by professional driver
• Travel to Blue Lagoon Beach
• Snorkel at Blue Lagoon Beach
• Snorkel at Tanjung Jepun Beach
• Enjoy traditional Indonesian lunch
• Return to hotel by driver

Top questions

How long is the Bali snorkeling tour at Blue Lagoon?

The total tour lasts around 6 hours including transfers, with 2 hours of snorkeling split between two sites.

Are hotel pickups included for this snorkeling tour?

Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off are included from most areas in Bali like Ubud, Kuta, Seminyak, Sanur, Canggu, Legian, Tuban, Tanjung Benoa, Nusa Dua.

What is included in the snorkeling package?

The package includes all snorkeling equipment (mask, fins), hotel transfers, insurance, shower facilities, changing room access, Wi-Fi at base restaurant and a set menu Indonesian lunch.

Where are the snorkeling spots on this tour?

You’ll visit Blue Lagoon Beach and Tanjung Jepun Beach near Padang Bai on Bali’s east coast.

Is lunch provided during the tour?

Yes—a traditional Indonesian set menu lunch is served after snorkeling at Puri Rai Restaurant near the beach.

Can beginners join this Bali snorkeling tour?

Yes—life jackets are available if you can’t swim confidently; guides give briefings before entering the water.

What should I bring for Blue Lagoon snorkeling?

You should bring a change of clothes and a towel; all other equipment is provided.

Is this tour suitable for children?

The minimum age is 5 years old; children should be comfortable in water or use life jackets.

Are there any health restrictions?

This activity isn’t recommended for pregnant travelers or those with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup and drop-off from most major areas around Bali in a private air-conditioned car. All your snorkeling gear—mask, fins (and life jacket if needed)—is provided along with insurance coverage. After exploring both Blue Lagoon Beach and Tanjung Jepun underwater for about two hours total, you’ll have time to shower and change before enjoying a set-menu Indonesian lunch at Puri Rai Restaurant right by the shore.