Nusa Penida Snorkeling & Island Tour from Kuta

Manta Rays & Three Snorkeling Bays in One Day from Kuta

You start before dawn, snorkel three bays where manta rays and tropical fish are common sightings, visit two natural rock formations and a remote beach, eat lunch included, and return to your Kuta hotel by evening. All snorkeling gear, speedboat tickets, and ground transport are provided, so you show up with a swimsuit and a camera.

Step-by-step itinerary

Nusa Penida snorkeling and sightseeing

• Pickup from hotel
• Drive to Sanur Beach meeting point
• Speedboat to Nusa Penida Island
• Meet driver at Nusa Penida port
• Snorkel at Manta Bay
• Snorkel at Crystal Bay
• Snorkel at Gamat Bay
• Visit Broken Beach
• Visit Angel's Billabong
• Visit Kelingking Beach viewpoint
• Return to hotel

The experience

"The manta rays come through here almost every dive," our driver said as we pulled away from the hotel at 6:30 AM, already checking his phone for the day's conditions. He wasn't exaggerating: Manta Bay is one of those places in Bali where you're almost certain to see them if the current cooperates, along with spotted stingrays and nurse sharks moving through water that gets cold fast because of the open Indian Ocean. The speedboat ride from Sanur Beach takes about 45 minutes, and the boat itself is shared with other travelers, which keeps the cost down and the energy up. You don't need to bring your own gear: masks, fins, and life jackets are all there waiting, which saves you from packing wet equipment back to your hotel.

The snorkeling stops come in quick succession: Manta Bay first, then Crystal Bay where the water is so clear you can see schools of anthias and batfish weaving through the shallows, and then Gamat Bay, which stays quieter because fewer groups venture there. The visibility swings between 15 and 20 metres depending on the season and the current, and the guides know which spots are worth the extra effort. Between water time, the boat moves you to the land-based stops: Broken Beach with its dramatic limestone arch over the Indian Ocean, Angels Billabong where you can swim in the natural rock pools at low tide, and Kelingking Beach, which requires a steep descent but rewards you with a stretch of sand that feels almost empty. The path down is rocky and unmarked in places, so good shoes matter.

Lunch happens somewhere in the middle of the day, included with the tour, and then you're back in the air-conditioned car for the overland sections. The whole thing wraps by late afternoon, and you're dropped back at your Kuta hotel tired in the way that feels earned. The tour moves fast (you're covering snorkeling sites, caves, and beaches in a single push), which is why it works as a day trip from Kuta instead of requiring an overnight stay on the island. If you're the type who wants to see the main attractions without arranging transport, boat tickets, and timing yourself, this structure does that work for you.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off from Kuta (or nearby areas including Seminyak, Canggu, Ubud, and Sanur).
• return speedboat ticket to Nusa Penida.
• snorkeling at Manta Bay, Crystal Bay, and Gamat Bay.
• visits to Broken Beach, Angels Billabong, and Kelingking Beach.
• snorkeling equipment including mask, fins, and life jacket.
• lunch.
• underwater GoPro photography.
• private air-conditioned car transport on Bali and Nusa Penida.
• professional English-speaking driver.

Options for this experience

2 options

Guide in English or French06:30

Guide in English or French06:30

You pick the guide language when booking. Options with the same name differ in details you'll see when you pick a date.

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 06:30

AgesAdult (7 to 60 years) · Child (3 to 6 years) · Under 3: can't be included in the booking

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

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

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical levelNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Bali View Tours

Is this one for you?Best for travelers based in Kuta who want to see Nusa Penida's main snorkeling sites and beaches in one day without arranging their own boat, tickets, or timing: the fixed schedule and included transport handle all of that, leaving you to focus on the water and the views.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and French.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 6 years). Under 3: they can't be included in the booking.

What time does the tour start and end?

Pickup from your Kuta hotel begins at 6:30 AM. The full day concludes with drop-off back at your hotel in the late afternoon.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Yes. Masks, fins, and life jackets are provided. You don't need to bring your own.

How long is the speedboat ride to Nusa Penida?

Approximately 45 minutes from Sanur Beach, where you meet the boat.

What's the best time of year to see manta rays at Manta Bay?

August to October typically offers the best visibility and most consistent manta ray sightings, though they appear year-round.

Can I visit Angels Billabong if I don't snorkel?

Yes. You can swim in the natural rock pools during low tide, or simply view the formations if you prefer not to enter the water.

Is lunch included?

Yes, lunch is included in the tour price.

How many people are on the speedboat?

The speedboat is shared with other travelers, keeping costs lower than a private boat option.

What should I bring for Kelingking Beach?

Good shoes for the steep descent, drinking water, sunscreen, and a camera. The trek down requires some rock climbing, especially on the return.