Bali Blue Lagoon & Tanjung Jepun: Snorkeling Tour with Lunch

Summary

Snorkel Bali’s calmest waters by boat with easy pickup and tasty lunch

You’ll float above Bali’s most colorful reefs at Blue Lagoon & Tanjung Jepun, spot playful fish from a traditional boat, and share laughs with local guides before digging into fresh Indonesian lunch. With hotel pickup included and everything sorted for you, it’s a day that feels both easygoing and quietly memorable.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll be honest, I was nervous about snorkeling in Bali — I’m not exactly a pro swimmer, and my last attempt at using fins ended in a pretty good laugh for everyone except me. But something about the idea of the Blue Lagoon near Padangbai just pulled me in. Maybe it was the promise of warm, clear water or just wanting to see those wild flashes of color you always hear about. Our driver showed up right on time (I didn’t even have to stress about finding the place) and there was already this salty breeze coming through the window as we left Ubud. The drive wasn’t too long, maybe an hour and a bit? Hard to tell when you’re watching rice fields roll past.

At the harbor, our guide Wayan handed out gear — he checked my mask twice after I made a face about leaking goggles (he just grinned and said “No worries, I fix”). We climbed into this wooden boat that looked like it’d seen some stories. There was this gentle slap-slap of water against the hull as we motored out to Tanjung Jepun first. The water really was calm — almost glassy — and when I finally slid in, it felt warmer than I expected. Suddenly there were these tiny electric blue fish darting around my hands, and coral that looked sort of like someone spilled a box of crayons underwater. At one point Wayan pointed down at what he called “ikan badut” — clownfish — but honestly all I saw was orange blur until he laughed and dove down to show me properly.

After about 45 minutes (I lost track), we hopped back on the boat for Blue Lagoon itself. The sun was out but not scorching, just that soft kind of light that makes colors pop without frying your skin. There were more families here but it never felt crowded; mostly just quiet splashes and someone’s kid giggling every time they spotted something new. Lunch after — simple Indonesian food, nothing fancy but honestly tasted perfect after all that saltwater. Rice, veggies, chicken satay if you wanted it (they had veggie stuff too). I remember sitting there still half-damp with hair full of sea salt thinking: why did I wait so long to try this?

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Snorkeling tour at Blue Lagoon

• Hotel pickup from Bali area
• Boat transfer to Blue Lagoon
• Snorkel at Blue Lagoon
• Snorkel at Tanjung Jepun
• Enjoy Indonesian lunch
• Relax and rinse off
• Hotel drop-off

Top questions

How long is the Bali Blue Lagoon snorkeling tour?

The trip lasts around 7 hours from pickup to drop-off.

Is hotel transfer included for this snorkeling day trip?

Yes, private hotel pickup and drop-off are included from Seminyak, Ubud, Denpasar, Sanur, or Kuta.

Do I need snorkeling experience?

No experience is needed; beginners are welcome and life jackets are provided if you can’t swim well.

Are vegetarian lunch options available?

Yes, vegetarian meals are available—just let them know when booking.

What should I bring for the tour?

You should bring a change of clothes; towels are provided.

How much time do we spend snorkeling at each spot?

You’ll have about 45 minutes to 1 hour at both Tanjung Jepun and Blue Lagoon each.

Is equipment like mask and fins included?

Yes, all snorkeling equipment—mask, fins, snorkel, life jacket—is included in the tour price.

Are showers available after snorkeling?

Yes, private shower facilities are provided for rinsing off after swimming.

What’s included

Your day includes private hotel pickup and drop-off from main areas like Ubud or Seminyak, all your snorkeling gear (mask, fins, snorkel, life jacket), two relaxed sessions at Tanjung Jepun and Blue Lagoon by traditional boat transfer, bottled water throughout the trip plus fresh Indonesian lunch—with showers and changing rooms ready when you’re done exploring underwater.