Nusa Penida: Manta Ray Snorkeling & Yacht Day Trip from Kuta

Manta rays are already in the water when your yacht arrives at Nusa Penida

You board a premium yacht at Mertasari Beach and snorkel three sites across Nusa Penida — Manta Point, Gamat Bay, and Mangrove Point — with a licensed guide and small group. Lunch with pool access happens at a beachfront club, and you visit Kelingking Beach's famous cliff formation before returning to Kuta. The yacht, equipment, GoPro footage, and all entrance fees are included; hotel pickup is optional.

Step-by-step itinerary

• Check in at Mertasari Beach
• Briefing and boarding assistance
• Snorkel with manta rays at Manta Point
• Snorkel at Gamat Bay
• Enjoy lunch at beachfront beach club
• Snorkel at Mangrove Point
• Visit Kelingking Beach viewpoint
• Return by boat to Mertasari Beach

The Experience

The boat leaves Mertasari Beach early, and by the time you're briefed and aboard the newly built premium yacht, you're already heading toward Manta Point on the southern side of Nusa Penida. The water here faces the Indian Ocean directly, and if conditions align — and they often do — you'll slip into the water to find manta rays moving through the shallows like living kites. It's not guaranteed, but the guides know the patterns, and they've timed the snorkeling at Nusa Penida's three main spots to catch whatever's moving that day.

After Manta Point, you'll snorkel Gamat Bay, where the water turns that almost-unreal turquoise and the coral is thick enough that you stop thinking about the boat and just watch the fish. Then Mangrove Point, which is calmer and packed with smaller reef life — the kind of spot where you can actually see what you're looking at instead of just floating and hoping. Between snorkels, the yacht stays close, and the crew hands you cold drinks and sliced fruit while you dry off. No long waits, no crowded group photos — the small group size means the guides actually know who you are.

Lunch happens at a beach club on Nusa Penida with the ocean right there, and you get access to the pool and sunbeds, so you're not just eating and leaving. You can sit for a while, let the sun dry you properly, and watch the water from somewhere comfortable. After that, there's time to visit Kelingking Beach, the dramatic cliff formation that looks like a T-Rex head rising out of the water — it's one of those views that photographs don't quite capture, but you'll remember the angle of the light on the rock. Then the yacht brings you back to Mertasari Beach, the same place you started, and you're done by late afternoon.

The tour includes the yacht, snorkeling gear and a GoPro so you have footage of what you saw underwater, the island entrance fees, the guide who knows where the manta rays actually are, and the lunch. If you pick the hotel transfer option, someone collects you in the morning and drops you back after — one less thing to figure out on an island where you don't know the roads.

What’s included

• Premium yacht transport.
• snorkeling equipment and life jacket.
• GoPro for underwater footage.
• Nusa Penida island entrance fee and all beach entrance fees.
• licensed snorkeling guide.
• lunch at a beachfront beach club with pool and sunbed access.
• cold soft drinks and drinking water throughout the day.
• sliced fruit.
• towel.
• helper on the yacht.
• local guide for the island tour.
• private roundtrip hotel transfer (optional).

Good to know

Moderate physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Blissful Paradise Indonesia

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to snorkel Nusa Penida's main sites without arranging your own boat, timing three separate stops, or figuring out which beaches to visit — the yacht, guide, and fixed itinerary handle all of that, and the small group means you're not competing for space with fifty other people in the water.

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Top questions

What are the chances of seeing manta rays?

Manta rays are present at Manta Point depending on water and weather conditions. The guides know the seasonal patterns and choose the timing to maximize your chances, but sightings are not guaranteed.

How long is the full day?

The tour runs from early morning departure at Mertasari Beach through late afternoon return, typically a full-day excursion with snorkeling at three sites, lunch, and a land stop at Kelingking Beach.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Yes. Snorkeling gear, life jacket, towel, and a GoPro for underwater documentation are all included. A licensed snorkeling guide accompanies the group.

What's included in lunch?

Lunch is served at a beach club on Nusa Penida with beachfront views. You also get access to the pool and sunbeds, cold soft drinks, drinking water, and sliced fruit throughout the day.

Can I arrange hotel pickup?

Yes, private roundtrip hotel transfer from Kuta is available as an optional add-on.

How many people are in the group?

The tour operates with small group sizes to ensure personalized attention from the guides.

What should I bring?

Bring sunscreen, a hat, and a light cover-up. Towels and snorkeling gear are provided. The yacht has changing facilities and a helper on board.

Is this suitable for non-swimmers?

You'll need to be comfortable in the water and able to snorkel. A life jacket is provided, and the guides offer support, but this is an active water-based tour.