Bali Water Sports: Tanjung Benoa Marine Activities & Guide

Summary

Experience Bali’s Tanjung Benoa beach with water sports fun and local guides

You’ll splash through Bali’s Tanjung Benoa Beach with snorkeling, parasailing, jet ski rides (with instructor), and glass bottom boat trips led by friendly local guides. All equipment is included so you can focus on laughing too hard or just soaking up the sun — these are the kind of memories you’ll remember long after your swimsuit dries.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t expect to laugh so much before noon. We showed up at Tanjung Benoa Beach still half-asleep, sunscreen barely rubbed in, and the air already sticky with salt. Our guide — I think his name was Wayan — grinned when he handed me a life jacket that smelled faintly of rubber and coconut oil. He said something about “Bali water sport jumbo package” and I just nodded, trying not to look nervous about the jet ski part.

The first thing I noticed was how loud everything was: engines revving, kids shrieking on banana boats, someone blasting dangdut pop from a speaker near the snack stand. When we climbed onto the glass bottom boat, it felt weirdly peaceful for a minute — just the slap of water against the hull and Wayan pointing out tiny flashes of fish below us. He told us which ones were good luck if you saw them (I forgot most of their names). The sun kept getting hotter but honestly, I was too busy trying not to drop my snorkel mask overboard.

Parasailing was next. My hands shook a bit as they clipped me in, but then suddenly I was up there — wind in my face, toes dangling over blue-green water that looked fake from above. It’s hard to explain how quiet it gets up there compared to the chaos below. Coming down felt like waking up from a nap you didn’t know you needed. After that we did the jet ski (with an instructor riding behind me because apparently I looked like someone who’d drive into a fishing boat), and then banana boat — which is basically just holding on for dear life while everyone else screams and laughs.

I still think about that moment floating above Bali, heart pounding but somehow calm. The whole day felt messy and loud and perfect in its own way — not what I pictured when I booked a “day trip Bali water sports” thing online, but better for it.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Water Sports at Tanjung Benoa Beach

• Enjoy snorkeling
• Try parasailing
• Ride jet ski
• Experience banana boat
• Explore glass bottom boat
• Fly fish adventure
• Watch dolphins

Top questions

What water sports are included at Tanjung Benoa Beach?

The package includes snorkeling, parasailing adventure, jet ski (with instructor), banana boat ride, glass bottom boat trip, fly fish, seawalker, diving, and more marine activities.

Is hotel pickup included in this Bali water sports tour?

Yes, air-conditioned vehicle transfer is provided as part of your booking.

Are safety equipment and instructors provided?

Yes, all activities include high quality safety equipment and guidance from experienced instructors.

What is the minimum age for these Bali water sports?

The minimum age allowed is 9 years old; maximum age is 60 years old.

Do I need to bring my own snorkel gear?

No need; fin, mask, snorkel and boat are included for snorkeling activities.

Is lunch included in this package?

No lunch is mentioned as included in this package.

Can pregnant travelers join these activities?

No, pregnant travelers are not recommended to join due to safety reasons.

Is insurance coverage provided during the tour?

Yes, medical insurance coverage is included for all activities.

What’s included

Your day includes all marine sport equipment such as life jackets plus fins and masks for snorkeling; guidance from certified instructors (especially on jet skis); full insurance coverage; tax and service fees; plus comfortable transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle so you don’t have to worry about logistics or safety while enjoying every splashy moment at Tanjung Benoa Beach.