Nusa Penida snorkeling tour: 3 reefs, Angel Billabong

Four landmarks, three snorkeling stops, one full day on Nusa Penida

A full-day snorkeling tour of Nusa Penida departs at 7am with hotel pickup from Kuta, Legian, Canggu, Jimbaran, Nusa Dua, Tanjung Benoa, Sanur, Ubud or Uluwatu. You snorkel at three points (Manta Bay, Gamat Bay and Crystal Bay), then visit Angel Billabong's natural rock pools, Broken Beach's arch formation and Kelingking Beach. The tour runs 10 to 12 hours and includes lunch, entrance tickets, snorkeling equipment and an English-speaking driver-guide.

Step-by-step itinerary

Nusa Penida sightseeing and snorkeling

• Pickup from hotel at 7 am
• Travel by fast boat to Nusa Penida
• Snorkel at Mantabay
• Snorkel at Gamatbay
• Snorkel at Crystal Bay
• Visit Angel Billabong
• Visit Broken Beach
• Visit Kelingking Beach
• Lunch with Indonesian meals
• Return by fast boat to Bali

The experience

The boat leaves at 7am after pickup from your hotel. The crossing to Nusa Penida takes one hour, and once you arrive the day splits between water and land. You'll snorkel at three separate reefs (Manta Bay, Gamat Bay and Crystal Bay), where the water is clear enough to see the reef structure below. Snorkeling gear is provided, and the guide handles the logistics of each entry and exit.

Between snorkeling stops, you visit the landmarks Nusa Penida is known for. Angel Billabong is a rock formation on the southwestern cliffs with natural pools carved into the stone. You can descend into them during low tide for a swim. Broken Beach sits nearby: a limestone arch jutting over the Indian Ocean, with grey long-tailed macaques in the adjacent area and occasional manta rays visible in the deeper water offshore. Kelingking Beach offers a viewpoint over white sand and green headland against open ocean.

Lunch happens on the island and includes a range of typical Indonesian meals. The driver speaks English throughout the day and manages the route between stops. The tour wraps by late afternoon, with the return boat crossing and hotel drop-off completing the day.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and return transport.
• fast boat to Nusa Penida and back.
• entrance tickets to all four landmarks.
• snorkeling at three reefs with equipment supplied.
• lunch with Indonesian dishes.
• English-speaking driver-guide throughout the day.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 07:00

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (5 to 70 years) · Under 5: can't be included in the booking

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Upadani Bali Tour

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want to snorkel multiple reefs and see Nusa Penida's rock formations without arranging the boat, timing or logistics yourself: the 7am start and fixed itinerary mean the whole day holds together, and you're back at your hotel by evening.

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Top questions

How long does the boat ride to Nusa Penida take?

The crossing takes one hour each way. You depart at 7am after hotel pickup, so arrival on the island is around 8am, leaving the full day for snorkeling and the four landmarks.

What are the three snorkeling spots on this tour?

You snorkel at Manta Bay, Gamat Bay and Crystal Bay. All three are around Nusa Penida's reefs, and snorkeling equipment is provided for each stop.

Can I swim in Angel Billabong's rock pools?

Yes, you can descend into the naturally formed pools for a swim or soak, but only during low tide when the water level allows safe entry. The guide will confirm the conditions on the day.

What's included in the lunch?

Lunch is a meal of typical Indonesian dishes served on the island. The cost is included in the tour price.

Which hotels does the pickup cover?

Hotel pickup is available from Kuta, Legian, Canggu, Jimbaran, Nusa Dua, Tanjung Benoa, Sanur, Ubud and Uluwatu. Confirm your hotel location when you book.

Is snorkeling equipment provided, or do I need to bring my own?

Snorkeling equipment is provided as part of the tour. You don't need to bring your own or pay extra for it.