Snorkeling from Bali: Swim with Manta Rays at Nusa Lembongan

Manta rays share these waters with you, not the other way around.

A full-day snorkeling activity from Bali to Nusa Lembongan with three snorkel stops (Manta Bay, Crystal Bay, and a mangrove site), a 30-minute kayak tour through the Mangrove Forest, lunch, and all equipment provided. Hotel pickup is included in the Bali option. You can also meet the group at Sanur port or at Lembongan. Non-swimmers can participate with guide support and safety gear. Manta ray sightings are common but not guaranteed, as the animals are wild and their presence depends on conditions.

Step-by-step itinerary

Snorkeling and mangrove exploration

• Hotel pickup in Bali
• Speedboat to Nusa Lembongan
• Snorkel at Manta Bay
• Snorkel at Crystal Bay
• Snorkel at Gamat Bay
• Lunch during the tour
• Kayak through Mangrove Forest
• Return speedboat to Sanur Harbor
• Hotel drop-off in Bali

The experience

Nusa Lembongan's snorkeling sites sit on the southeast coast of the island, reachable by speedboat from Sanur Harbor in about 30 minutes. The day starts with hotel pickup from central Bali (Kuta, Legian, Seminyak, Jimbaran, Nusa Dua, Sanur or Denpasar), then a fast boat carries your group across to Jungut Batu port on Lembongan. From there, the boat moves between three snorkel zones: Manta Bay, known for manta rays and clear water in a protected marine park; Crystal Bay, where pelagic fish, sharks, stingrays and turtles move through shallow rocky areas; and a third site in the mangrove zone. The water clarity and marine life density shift with the season and the day, so what you encounter changes each trip.

Between snorkel stops, you'll spend 30 minutes in the Mangrove Forest by traditional kayak, paddling past the spectacular root systems that line the water. Lunch is a traditional Indonesian meal served during the day. All snorkel gear (masks, snorkels, fins, life vests and life rings) is provided, and a guide stays with the group throughout. The boat returns to Sanur by late afternoon, and your driver brings you back to your hotel. The whole day runs five to six hours from pickup to drop-off.

Non-swimmers can join with the same equipment and guide instruction. The life vest and guide support make it accessible for anyone comfortable in the water. You'll want to bring a camera, sunscreen, a change of clothes and comfortable shoes for the boat and beach time. Cash or card covers any personal expenses. If you're staying outside the free pickup zone (Ubud, Tegalalang, Canggu, Uluwatu and other areas), an additional charge applies and is collected on the day of the tour.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off from central Bali (Kuta, Legian, Seminyak, Jimbaran, Nusa Dua, Sanur or Denpasar).
• fast boat transfer to Nusa Lembongan.
• snorkel gear (masks, snorkels, fins, life vests and life rings).
• a guide for the full day.
• three snorkel sites (Manta Bay, Crystal Bay and a mangrove point).
• 30 minutes in the Mangrove Forest by traditional kayak.
• lunch.
• welcome drink.
• towel and locker access.
• snorkeling photos and videos.
• and insurance coverage.

Options for this experience

3 options

Lembongan meeting point at 9:30 amGuide in English · 09:30Snorkeling with manta rays covering Manta Bay Nusa Penida, Toya Pakeh Wall and Mangrove Point Lembongan. Meeting point: "Lagoon Bliss Captain Good" between 9:30 and 9:45 am; follow Google Maps. Shared boat snorkeling, 5 hours, with mineral water and beachside lunch. Important: hotel transfer in Bali and the Sanur to Lembongan fastboat return are not included. Hotel transfer is not included: guests make their own way (taxi, driver or scooter) to the Nusa Lembongan meeting point at "Lagoon Bliss Captain Good" between 9:30 and 9:45 am. Starting point: Lagoon Bliss Captain Good, Jl. Raya Mangrove Point, Jungutbatu, Kec. Nusa Penida, Kabupaten Klungkung, Bali 80771, Indonesia.

Bali port meeting point at 8:30 amGuide in English · 08:30Sanur Port meeting point at 8:30 am: guests come to the Sanur Port meeting point and check in at Arthamas Express Fastboat at 9:00 am using their own transport (taxi or Grab). The three-stop snorkeling trip covers Manta Bay Nusa Penida, Toya Pakeh Wall and Mangrove Point Lembongan. Fastboat from Sanur to Lembongan and back: guests should arrive at 8:30 am, check in and collect their boarding pass or ticket. Duration: 8 hours, with beachside lunch and shared boat snorkeling. Transport in Lembongan is included; hotel pickup in Bali is not included. Starting point: Arthamas Express Fast Boat, Pertokoan Arcade, Jl. Matahari Terbit No. 4, Sanur Kaja, Denpasar Selatan, Kota Denpasar, Bali 80227, Indonesia.

Hotel transfer within BaliGuide in English · 07:30Lembongan snorkeling: Fastboat from Sanur to Lembongan and back. Hotel info: free pickup and drop-off service covers Kuta, Legian, Seminyak, Petitenget, Jimbaran, Nusa Dua, Sanur and Denpasar. Additional charge applies for the Hotel area of Canggu, Umalas, Uluwatu, Ubud, Tegalalang, Payangan, Padang-padang and Keramas. Duration: 9 hours, with beachside lunch and a three-stop snorkeling trip covering Manta Bay Nusa Penida, Toya Pakeh Wall and Mangrove Point Lembongan. Hotel pickup in Bali is included, and pickup is included.

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 07:30, 08:30 and 09:30

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (12 to 65 years) · Child (7 to 11 years) · Infant (1 to 6 years)

GroupUp to 15

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.

Paid on siteUS$ 25

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Bali Panoramic

Is this one for you?Choose the hotel pickup option if you're staying in central Bali and want to avoid arranging your own transport to Sanur. Meet at the port if you're already on the island or staying outside the free pickup zone and prefer to handle your own arrival. The group size and boat schedule mean you'll spend the full five to six hours in the water and traveling between sites, so plan the day when you're not rushed to get elsewhere.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (7 to 11 years); Infant (1 to 6 years).

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.

Can I snorkel if I've never done it before?

Yes. Non-swimmers can participate with the provided safety gear and guide instruction. The guide stays with the group and teaches you how to use the snorkel and fins before you enter the water.

What are the chances of seeing manta rays at Manta Bay?

Manta rays are common in these waters, but sightings are not guaranteed because they are wild animals and their presence depends on environmental conditions and the season. The bay is a protected marine park where snorkeling is regulated to protect the ecosystem.

How do I get to Sanur Harbor if I'm not in the free pickup zone?

If you're staying in Ubud, Tegalalang, Canggu, Uluwatu or other areas outside the included pickup zone, you can arrange your own transport to Sanur Harbor and meet the group at 8:30 am, or meet at Lembongan port at 9:30 am. An additional charge applies if you request hotel pickup from outside the zone.

What's included in the day besides the snorkeling?

The package includes hotel transfer from Bali, fast boat to Nusa Lembongan, all snorkel gear, a guide, lunch, a 30-minute mangrove kayak tour, towel and locker access, welcome drink, snorkeling photos and videos, and insurance coverage.

What should I bring on the day?

Bring comfortable clothing, a change of clothes, comfortable footwear, sunscreen, a camera and cash or a card for any personal expenses. The operator provides all snorkel equipment and a towel.