Nusa Penida Snorkeling & Island Tour: Manta Bay & Kelingking Beach

Three snorkeling spots and four beaches in one day. The boat leaves Sanur at 8:30am

You get picked up from your Ubud hotel early, fast-boat to Nusa Penida, three snorkeling sites with a chance to see manta rays, lunch at a local spot, and a rushed but complete island tour of Kelingking, Broken Beach and Angel's Billabong before returning by evening. Hotel-to-hotel transport, gear, entry fees and underwater photos are all included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Sanur Beachpass by
2. Nusa Penida8h · entry included

Snorkeling and island tour in Nusa Penida

• Pick up from hotel early morning
• Arrive and check in at Sanur port
• Boat departs to Nusa Penida
• Arrive at Nusa Penida port
• Snorkel at Manta Bay, Wall Point, Crystal Bay
• Lunch at local restaurant
• Visit Kelingking Beach, Broken Beach, Angel's Billabong
• Boat returns to Sanur port
• Transfer back to hotel

The experience

"Is the boat going to be rough?" someone asks at the hotel pickup, and honestly, yeah: the crossing from Sanur to Nusa Penida takes about 45 minutes on a fast boat, and the water can be choppy. But that's also why you're doing this. The snorkeling happens at three points: Manta Bay (where you might see the rays if the current cooperates), Wall Point, and Crystal Bay. You're in the water by 10am, and the gear (wetsuit, life jacket, towel) is included. The underwater photos get sent to you the next day, which is a nice touch when you're too busy treading water to think about your phone.

Lunch lands at 12:30 at a local restaurant in Nusa Penida, and then the pace picks up. The island tour hits Kelingking Beach (the one with the T-Rex cliff shape), Broken Beach, and Angel's Billabong: three stops crammed into the afternoon because the boat leaves at 4:30pm and you need to be back in Ubud by 6pm. It's a bit rushed, but that's the trade: you see all of it in one day instead of splitting it across two. The boat arrives back at Sanur around 5:40pm, and the air-conditioned car gets you home by 6.

The whole thing works because the logistics are locked in: hotel pickup in the morning, return transfer in the evening, fast boat tickets, park entry, snorkeling gear, and lunch are all arranged. You eat breakfast before you leave (the operator will tell you to, because seasickness on a boat full of people is not the vibe), and you show up at your hotel at the pickup window. The age range is 7 to 75, and it's fine if you're not a strong swimmer. The life jacket keeps you afloat, and the snorkeling is shallow enough that you're not fighting the water.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and return transfer to Ubud or other Bali areas.
• fast boat tickets (public boat, return).
• park and entrance fees for Nusa Penida.
• snorkeling at three sites with gear, life jacket and towel.
• underwater photos sent next day.
• island tour visiting Kelingking Beach, Broken Beach and Angel's Billabong.
• lunch at a local restaurant.
• land transport on Nusa Penida island.

Options for this experience

6 options

Shared West Island tour, no snorkelingGuide in English · 06:30Land-only route covering Kelingking, Broken Beach, Angel's Billabong and Crystal Bay, ending late afternoon on Penida; pickup included.

Snorkeling-only option, skip the island land tourGuide in English · 06:30Covers three snorkeling spots: Manta Bay, Gamat Bay/Wall Bay and Crystal Bay, finishing at Penida island in the afternoon, with pickup included. No land tour of the island.

Afternoon snorkeling only, lunch firstGuide in English · 09:00Lunch on arrival in Nusa Penida, then shared snorkeling at Manta Bay, Gamat or Wall Bay and Crystal Bay, without the island tour; pickup included.

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Shared snorkeling and island tourGuide in English · 06:30Combines Manta Bay, Wall Point or Gamat Bay and Crystal Bay snorkeling with Kelingking Cliff, Angels Billabong and Broken Beach; pickup included.

Shared snorkeling with private island carGuide in English · 06:30Shared hotel pickup and boat snorkeling at three points, with a private car for the island tour, finishing late afternoon on Penida; pickup included.

VIP private tour and snorkelingGuide in English · 06:30Private hotel transfer and private land tour, then boat snorkeling at three points with afternoon snorkeling; hotels in Kuta, Seminyak or Sanur area, other areas extra, paid on the day.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 06:30 and 09:00

AgesAdult (10 to 75 years) · Child (6 to 9 years) · Under 6: can't be included in the booking

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Bali Tour Organizer

Is this one for you?Pick this if you want to see Nusa Penida's snorkeling and beaches in a single day without renting a car or arranging your own boat: the fixed schedule and included transport mean you just show up at your hotel in the morning and come back in the evening.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 9 years). Under 6: they can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. No refund if you cancel.

How long is the boat ride from Sanur to Nusa Penida?

Around 45 minutes on a fast boat. The crossing can be choppy, so eating breakfast beforehand helps prevent seasickness.

What are the three snorkeling spots?

Manta Bay, Wall Point (also called Gamat Bay), and Crystal Bay. Manta rays appear sometimes at Manta Bay depending on the current and season.

Is snorkeling gear included?

Yes. Wetsuit, life jacket, towel and snorkeling equipment are provided. Underwater photos are taken and sent to you the next day.

What happens on the island tour part?

You visit Kelingking Beach, Broken Beach and Angel's Billabong. The tour is compressed into the afternoon because the boat departs at 4:30pm, so the pace is quick.

What's included in the price?

Fast boat return tickets, park and entrance fees, snorkeling gear, lunch (Indonesian food), land transport on the island, and hotel pickup and return transfer to Ubud, Canggu, Kuta, Jimbaran, Sanur or Nusa Dua.

What time do I need to be ready for pickup?

Pickup happens between 6:30am and 7:30am depending on your hotel location in Bali. You should eat breakfast before departure.

What's the age limit?

The tour accepts ages 7 to 75. It's suitable for all fitness levels, but not recommended for people with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health.

When do I get back to my hotel?

Around 6pm. The boat arrives at Sanur at 5:40pm, and the return transfer takes about 20 minutes depending on your hotel location.