Snorkeling at Tanjung Benoa: Hand-feed fish, mangroves & turtles

Hand-feed fish on the reef, then drift through mangroves and meet turtles

Snorkel at Tanjung Benoa with a live English-speaking guide, hand-feeding fish among vibrant coral reefs, then cruise through Bali's mangroves and visit Turtle Island to see green turtles up close. The activity runs three hours and includes snorkeling gear, life jackets, hotel pickup and drop-off, coffee or tea with snacks, and insurance for ages 5 to 65.

The experience

The day starts at Serangan Beach with a glass-bottom boat ride where you watch Badung and Butterfly Fish swim beneath you, and feed them directly if you want. Then you enter the water for snorkeling at Tanjung Benoa, where the coral reefs sit in clear water and the marine life responds to your presence. A guide in English stays with the group throughout, pointing out what lives where and how to move safely among the reef.

After snorkeling, the pace shifts to a mangrove cruise where you drift through Bali's lush waterways spotting birds and learning how these ecosystems shelter wildlife and protect the coastline. The final stop is Turtle Island, a sanctuary where you meet green turtles up close and see how locals nurture hatchlings and protect the species. Coffee, tea and snacks come during the day. A toilet break is built in.

Hotel pickup and drop-off are included from most of central Bali: areas like Ubud, Canggu, Pecatu and Uluwatu carry a USD 10 surcharge, while Candidasa and Singaraja add USD 20. A minimum of two people per booking is required, and the activity runs three hours total. Itineraries may shift or cancel due to tides and weather.

What’s included

• Snorkeling gear including mask, snorkel and fins.
• life jacket.
• English-speaking guide.
• hotel pickup and drop-off from central Bali.
• coffee or tea with snacks.
• toilet break.
• insurance for ages 5 to 65.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:00, 09:00 and 10:00

AgesAdult (12 to 65 years) · Child (6 to 11 years) · Infant (under 6): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree 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.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by PT JTB Indonesia

Is this one for you?The guide speaks English throughout, so the commentary and safety instructions are clear for anyone comfortable in that language. The three-hour pace keeps the activity manageable for families with children from age 5, though moderate fitness helps you enjoy the snorkeling and boat time without strain.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 11 years); Infant (under 6): free.

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 exactly happens during the snorkeling part at Tanjung Benoa?

You enter the water at Tanjung Benoa's coral reefs in clear conditions, hand-feeding colorful fish like Badung and Butterfly Fish while exploring the vibrant reef with your guide. Snorkeling gear (mask, snorkel and fins) is provided, along with a life jacket if you want one.

Do I need snorkeling experience to join this activity?

No prior experience is required, though you should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness. The guide works with the group in the water, and all equipment is supplied. Children from age 5 can join, though the activity is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or pregnancy.

What is Turtle Island and what do you do there?

Turtle Island is a sanctuary dedicated to green turtle conservation. You meet the turtles up close, learn how locals nurture hatchlings, and see the efforts protecting these creatures as part of the final stop on the day.

How long is the whole activity and what's included in the price?

The activity runs three hours total and includes snorkeling gear, life jackets, an English-speaking guide, hotel pickup and drop-off, coffee or tea with snacks, a toilet break, and insurance covering ages 5 to 65. Lunch is not included.

Does the itinerary ever change?

Yes, itineraries may shift or cancel due to tides and weather conditions for safety reasons. The operator will notify you if changes are needed before your activity date.