Nusa Penida Private Snorkeling Tour from Kuta: Manta Bay & Wall

Three snorkeling sites in one day—reefs, fish and manta rays if the season aligns

You drive to three iconic Nusa Penida viewpoints—Kelingking, Angel's Billabong, Broken Beach—then boat to three private snorkel sites with a professional instructor and GoPro recording. Lunch, snorkeling gear, and hotel transfers are included. Expect a full day out: sightseeing in the morning, snorkeling in the afternoon, with 15–20 minutes at each underwater spot depending on weather and conditions.

Step-by-step itinerary

Nusa Penida sightseeing and snorkeling

• Visit Kelingking Beach viewpoint
• Explore Angel Billabong lagoon
• See Broken Beach natural arch
• Boat to Manta Bay for snorkeling
• Snorkel at Manta Bay
• Boat to Gamat Bay
• Snorkel at Gamat Bay
• Boat to Wall Bay
• Snorkel at Wall Bay

The Experience

The boat pulls away from the Kuta pier early, crossing toward Nusa Penida while you settle in. By mid-morning you're standing at Kelingking Beach, looking down at that famous rock formation—the one that looks like a T-Rex to some people, a little finger to locals. Your guide positions you for photos with the cliff face behind you, and the scale of it hits different when you're actually there, not on a screen. After that comes Angel's Billabong, a lagoon tucked into the island where the water is sometimes calm enough to wade in, sometimes too rough to do anything but watch from the rim. Then Broken Beach, which isn't really a beach at all—it's a collapsed arch with seawater pouring through a hole in the ground, and you walk the rim taking in how the ocean carved it.

Lunch happens on the island, Indonesian food included, and then you're back on the private snorkeling boat heading to Manta Bay. The ride takes about 25 minutes, and the water changes color as you move deeper. Manta Bay is the draw—if the season and weather align, you'll see the rays gliding underneath you, their wings moving like they're flying through water. The guide tells you not to touch them; they're unpredictable when bothered. You get around 15 to 20 minutes in the water here, depending on conditions. If the mantas aren't showing or the weather turns, the boat pivots to another spot—safety comes first, and the reef life is good enough that you won't feel shortchanged. After Manta Bay, it's a 20-minute boat ride to Gamat Bay, where the coral is still wild because the land access is so rough that most people never reach it by foot. Turtles show up here sometimes, moving through the shallows. The third snorkel is Wall Point, about 15 minutes by boat from Gamat, and it's packed with small colorful fish living on calm reefs—the kind of underwater density that makes you understand why people come back to Bali just for the snorkeling.

You've got a professional snorkeling instructor on the boat the whole time, and they handle the safety briefing, the gear fitting, and the in-water guidance. A GoPro camera captures footage of your snorkels, so you leave with video of what you actually saw, not just what you remember. The fastboat back to Kuta is public transport—you're sharing it with other travelers—but your private car and driver handle the land portions, picking you up from your hotel and dropping you back after the full day wraps. Mineral water is there when you need it, and all the fees, taxes, and equipment rental are already built in.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in a private air-conditioned car.
• private car tour of Kelingking Beach, Angel's Billabong, and Broken Beach on Nusa Penida.
• Indonesian lunch.
• round-trip public fastboat ticket to Nusa Penida.
• private snorkeling boat for three snorkel sites (Manta Bay, Gamat Bay, Wall Point).
• all snorkeling equipment including fins, mask, life jacket, and wetsuit.
• professional snorkeling instructor.
• GoPro footage of your underwater time.
• one bottle of mineral water per person.
• all fees and taxes.

Good to know

Moderate physical levelNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Bali Golden Tour

Is this one for you?Right for travelers staying in Kuta who want both the island's famous viewpoints and private snorkeling in one day without arranging boats or guides separately. Plan for a full day out—the combination of land sightseeing and three separate snorkel stops is what makes the pace work.

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Top questions

What time does the tour start and when do you get back?

The tour departs early in the morning from Kuta and returns in the evening. Exact pickup time is confirmed when you book.

Can you see manta rays guaranteed?

Manta sightings depend on season and weather. If conditions don't allow snorkeling at Manta Bay, the boat moves to another snorkel spot for your safety.

Is snorkeling experience required?

No. A professional instructor is with you the whole time, and all snorkeling equipment is provided. You need moderate physical fitness and should be comfortable in water.

How long do you spend snorkeling at each spot?

Around 15–20 minutes per spot, depending on weather and water conditions.

What's included in the price?

Hotel pickup and drop-off, private car for land tour, fastboat to Nusa Penida, private snorkeling boat, all snorkeling gear, professional instructor, lunch, mineral water, and GoPro footage of your snorkels.

Is the fastboat to Nusa Penida private?

No, it's a public fastboat shared with other travelers. Your private car and snorkeling boat are exclusive to your group.

What if the weather is bad?

The guide and boat operator assess conditions each day. If snorkeling isn't safe at the planned spots, you'll move to alternative locations. Sightseeing on land happens regardless of weather.

Can you bring your own underwater camera?

Yes, but a GoPro is included, so you'll have professional footage of your snorkels.

Is this tour suitable for non-swimmers?

You need to be comfortable in water and have at least moderate physical fitness. A life jacket is provided, and the instructor stays with you.

Are there any health restrictions?

The tour is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or poor cardiovascular health.