Nusa Penida Day Trip: Kelingking Beach, Broken Beach & Fast Boat

Summary

Crystal clear waters, wild cliffs and a day on nusa penida

You’ll ride a fast boat from Bali to Nusa Penida for a day of wild cliffs and quiet coves—Kelingking Beach’s T-Rex spine, Broken Beach’s crashing waves, and a dip at Crystal Bay. With pickup, local guide, entry fees and Indonesian lunch included, expect honest moments: sunburned noses, laughter over sambal, salt on your skin.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I noticed was the salt in the air at Sanur harbor — not strong, just enough to wake you up at 7am. Our driver Wayan grinned when he saw my half-zipped backpack and handed me a bottle of water. The fast boat to Nusa Penida was packed with sleepy faces and the occasional rooster crowing from someone’s luggage (I’m not kidding). Thirty minutes later, we were on the island and it felt like Bali but somehow wilder — more open sky, less noise.

Our local guide Komang didn’t waste time. He drove us straight to Broken Beach, telling stories about his childhood here while dodging potholes like he’d memorized every bump. The cove really does look broken — a huge arch where waves crash through and spray you if you stand too close. I tried to get a photo but mostly just ended up squinting into the sun. From there it was a short walk to Angel’s Billabong. The water is so clear it almost looks fake; Komang pointed out tiny crabs scuttling along the rocks while I dipped my toes in (cold, but worth it).

Kelingking Beach is what everyone talks about on this Nusa Penida day trip from Bali — that T-Rex cliff is even stranger in person. We stood at the top for ages because honestly, going down looked terrifying (and hot). There’s this moment when you look over the edge and all you can hear is wind and waves below — I still think about that silence sometimes. Lunch was simple: fried chicken, rice, sambal so spicy I coughed and Komang laughed at me.

We ended at Crystal Bay where palm trees lean over sand that squeaks under your feet. Some people went snorkeling; I just floated in shallow water watching tiny fish dart around my ankles. It wasn’t perfect — traffic back to the port took forever and my hair was full of salt — but maybe that’s what made it feel real, you know?

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Nusa Penida Island full day tour

• Hotel pickup at 7 AM
• Drive to Mertasari Harbor, Sanur Beach
• Check and register for fast boat
• Fast boat to Nusa Penida Island
• Meet private car and driver
• Visit Broken Beach and explore cove
• Visit Angel's Billabong and view water patterns
• Visit Kelingking Beach and take photos
• Relax and snorkel at Crystal Bay Beach
• Return to Sanur Beach by fast boat

Top questions

How long does the Nusa Penida day trip take?

The tour lasts about 12 hours including hotel pickup and return.

Is lunch included in the Nusa Penida day trip?

Yes, a traditional Indonesian lunch is included during the tour.

Are entry fees covered for attractions like Kelingking Beach?

Yes, all entrance tickets for each attraction are included in the price.

What beaches are visited on this Nusa Penida tour?

The main stops are Kelingking Beach, Broken Beach, Angel's Billabong and Crystal Bay.

Is hotel pickup provided for this tour?

Yes, hotel pickup from Bali is included in your booking.

Can I go snorkeling during the day trip?

You can snorkel at Crystal Bay; equipment may be arranged locally.

How do we get from Bali to Nusa Penida?

You’ll take a round-trip public fast boat from Sanur Harbor to Nusa Penida.

Is there an English-speaking guide on this tour?

A local driver/guide accompanies you throughout the trip.

What’s included

Your day includes early morning hotel pickup in Bali, round-trip fast boat tickets across Badung Strait to Nusa Penida Island, all entrance fees for each stop—Kelingking Beach, Broken Beach, Angel’s Billabong and Crystal Bay—a private car with local driver-guide on the island itself plus insurance coverage and a traditional Indonesian lunch before heading back in the evening.