Nusa Penida snorkeling tour: Three bays, five beaches

Snorkel three bays in one morning, then walk five of Nusa Penida's most photographed cliffs and rock formations by afternoon.

A full-day snorkeling and sightseeing tour from Bali to Nusa Penida Island includes three snorkeling stops (Gamat Bay, Manta Bay, Crystal Bay), four coastal landmarks (Kelingking Beach, Broken Beach, Angel's Billabong), hotel pickup, speedboat transfers, lunch and snorkeling gear. The tour runs 11 to 12 hours and departs at 6:30 AM, with a choice between a private snorkeling boat or a shared one. A professional guide leads in English or Malay.

Options for this experience

2 options

From US$ 120 per person, depending on the option and date you choose.See dates & book

Sharing Snorkeling Boat 06:30 Guide in English or Malay Shared snorkeling boat, which means the boat is used together with other guests for the snorkeling activity. Private guided tour, duration 12 hours, private air-conditioned vehicle, includes pickup.

Private Snorkeling Boat 06:30 Guide in English or Malay Private snorkeling boat, which means the boat is exclusively for you and your group, with no strangers, just your crew. Private guided tour, duration 12 hours, private air-conditioned vehicle, includes pickup.

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Step-by-step itinerary

Nusa Penida Island Beach Tour with Snorkeling

• Pickup from hotel in Bali
• Drive to Sanur Beach meeting point
• Speedboat to Nusa Penida Island
• Meet driver at Nusa Penida port
• Snorkel at Gamat Bay
• Snorkel at Manta Bay
• Snorkel at Crystal Bay
• Lunch at local restaurant
• Visit Kelingking Beach viewpoint
• Visit Broken Beach (Pasih Uug)
• Visit Angel's Billabong
• Drive to Nusa Penida port
• Speedboat back to Bali Island
• Drop off at hotel in Bali

Stops and time spent at each 2 stops

1. Diamond Beach 30m
2. Kelingking Beach 40m

What’s included

• All entrance tickets and a set menu lunch.
• snorkeling equipment (mask, fins, life jacket).
• a professional guide in English or Malay.
• air-conditioned transport in Bali and on Nusa Penida Island.
• speedboat transfers to and from the island.
• hotel pickup and drop-off in your area of Bali.
• tax and service.

Times

• Every day 06:30

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Before you book

Group Private 4 group tours ›

Live guide English and Malay Another language? ›

Audio guide English and Malay

Meeting point and pickup Hotel pickup included.

Book up to 4h before

Ages Adult (12 to 60 years) · Child (5 to 11 years) · Under 5: can't be booked

Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund. It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Good to know

Low physical effort Public transport nearby Not recommended during pregnancy Not recommended with heart problems Not recommended with back problems

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The experience

The day starts with pickup from your hotel in Bali between 6:30 AM and arrival at Sanur Beach, where you board a speedboat to Nusa Penida. Once you land at Nusa Penida Port, the driver meets you by name. The first stop is Gamat Bay, where thousands of fish move through vibrant coral mounds across the seabed: the water looks ordinary from above but the snorkeling is what draws people here. You move next to Manta Bay to swim alongside coral mantas, the second-largest manta species, which are safe to approach and known for interacting with humans. The third snorkeling site is Crystal Bay, where you can see turtles regularly alongside colorful coral and different fish species. This bay gets crowded during mola-mola season (July to October) when ocean sunfish arrive, but the smaller crowds at other times make for a calmer experience.

Lunch is a set menu served at a restaurant on the island. After eating, the tour shifts to the coastal landmarks. Kelingking Beach sits on a platform with bamboo fencing and sweeping ocean views. The path down to the sand is steep and requires rock climbing in sections, so it's best attempted during low tide, and the beach itself is often empty once you reach it. Broken Beach (Pasih Uug) is marked by a distinctive hilly arch-like rock formation set over crashing waves, with grey long-tailed macaques in the adjacent area and occasional silhouettes of giant mantas visible near the surface. Angel's Billabong, nearby, is a naturally formed rock lagoon with crystal-clear pools where you can swim or soak during low tide: the limestone formations and seascape make it one of the must-see stops on the island.

The tour includes all entrance tickets, snorkeling equipment (mask, fins, life jacket), professional guide, air-conditioned transport in Bali and on Nusa Penida, speedboat transfers, and the return journey to Bali. You choose between a private snorkeling boat or a shared one at checkout. A vegetarian lunch option is available if you request it when booking. Bring sunscreen, a camera and a change of clothes. The dress code is smart casual.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Malay.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 11 years). Children under 5 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. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the snorkeling like in Gamat Bay?

Gamat Bay is home to thousands of fish and underwater critters living among vibrant, colorful coral and coral mounds across almost the entire seabed. The bay looks like any other beach from above, but below the surface it comes alive with marine life.

Can you actually swim with the manta rays in Manta Bay?

Yes. The mantas in Manta Bay are coral mantas (Manta Alfredi), the second-largest manta species, and they are not poisonous despite their long tails. They have the largest brain compared to other bony fish and are known to be happy interacting with humans, making the snorkeling experience safe and engaging.

What makes Kelingking Beach different from the other stops?

Kelingking Beach is famous for sweeping views from a purpose-built platform bordered by bamboo fences. The path down to the sand is steep and requires rock climbing in sections, especially on the way back up, so it's best visited during low tide. Once you reach the sand, you'll often have the beach mostly to yourself.

When does the tour pick me up and how long does the whole day take?

Pickup starts at 6:30 AM from your hotel in Bali (Tanjung Benoa, Nusa Dua, Jimbaran Bay, Sanur, Kuta or Ubud). The full tour runs 11 to 12 hours, ending when you return to Bali in the late afternoon.

Is there a choice between private and shared boats?

Yes. You choose at checkout between a private snorkeling boat or a shared snorkeling boat. Both options include the same snorkeling sites, guide, equipment and all other tour inclusions.

What should I bring and what's not recommended for this tour?

Bring sunscreen, a camera and a change of clothes. The tour is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnant travelers, or those with poor cardiovascular health. It's suitable for all fitness levels and open to ages 5 to 60. A vegetarian lunch option is available if you request it at booking.