Nusa Penida: Kelingking, Broken Beach & Crystal Bay Day Trip

Summary

Raw cliffs, turquoise water and slow hours on Nusa Penida’s west coast

You’ll feel Nusa Penida under your feet: salt air at Banjar Nyuh port, towering cliffs at Kelingking Beach, lunch with locals after Angel’s Billabong, then quiet time at Crystal Bay before heading back by fast boat. Expect bumpy roads and moments that stick with you long after you’ve left.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing that hit me was the salt in the air — not just a hint, but thick and sharp as we stepped off the fast boat at Banjar Nyuh port. Our driver was waiting with my name scribbled on a crumpled paper (I always wonder if they’ll spell it right — this time, close enough). The roads on Nusa Penida are bumpy and honestly, I gripped the seat more than once. Our guide Wayan laughed when we jolted over potholes. “Island massage,” he said. I guess that’s one way to put it.

Kelingking Beach came up quick — or maybe I lost track of time watching scooters zigzag past shrines draped in yellow cloth. When we reached the cliff edge, it actually took me a second to see the “T-Rex” shape everyone talks about. The drop is dizzying and there’s this hush from everyone staring down at the blue below. No easy path down (I didn’t even try), but standing there with wind tugging at my shirt felt like enough. There was a woman selling fresh coconut by the parking lot; I bought one and spilled half of it trying to poke in the straw.

Broken Beach looked almost unreal — like someone scooped out a chunk of land and left this perfect arch for waves to crash through. We watched a couple of local kids chase each other along the edge while our guide pointed out where manta rays sometimes show up (not today though). Angel’s Billabong was just around the corner; sunlight hit the water so it went from green to gold in patches. Some people swam but I just sat on a warm rock for a minute, shoes off, toes gritty with sand.

Lunch was at a roadside warung — nothing fancy, just fried rice and sweet iced tea while dogs slept under plastic chairs. After that we drove to Crystal Bay. It was quieter than I expected; only the sound of waves thumping against rocks and some birds somewhere up in the trees. The water really does look clear enough to drink (don’t), and I watched kids kick a football near the shore until our driver waved us back toward the port. The ride home felt slower somehow — maybe because my head was still full of sea wind and all those colors you can’t really photograph right.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Nusa Penida Island highlights

• Depart Sanur port by fast boat
• Arrive Banjar Nyuh port, meet driver
• Visit Kelingking Beach viewpoint
• Swim at Angel’s Billabong natural pool
• See Broken Beach cliff formation
• Lunch break at local restaurant
• Relax at Crystal Bay beach
• Return to Sanur port by fast boat

Top questions

How do you get from Bali to Nusa Penida for this day trip?

The tour includes a public fast boat ticket from Sanur port in Bali to Banjar Nyuh port on Nusa Penida.

Is hotel pickup included for this Nusa Penida day trip?

Yes, hotel or villa transfer services are included if you choose that option during booking.

Which beaches are visited on this Nusa Penida tour?

The itinerary covers Kelingking Beach, Broken Beach, Angel’s Billabong, Diamond Beach (for lunch stop), and Crystal Bay.

What time does the tour start from Bali?

The fast boat departs Sanur port at 07:30 AM; meeting time is 07:00 AM if transfers are not included.

Is lunch included in the price?

No, lunch is at a local restaurant but must be paid separately by travelers.

Are there extra charges for hotels outside main areas?

Yes, there may be an additional charge if your hotel or villa is outside specified areas in Bali or Nusa Penida.

Is this tour suitable for pregnant travelers?

No, it is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with poor cardiovascular health due to road conditions.

Do you get a private car on Nusa Penida?

Yes, transport around Nusa Penida is by private air-conditioned car with your group and local driver/guide.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel or villa pickup if selected during booking, all retribution fees for attractions on Nusa Penida Island, round-trip public fast boat tickets between Bali’s Sanur port and Banjar Nyuh port on Nusa Penida, private air-conditioned car transport with a local driver-guide throughout your island route, plus bottled mineral water to keep you going between stops before returning by afternoon boat.