Snorkeling in Nusa Lembongan from Bali: Private guide

Snorkel tropical reefs with a private guide for a flexible, personalized adventure ending at a cliff viewpoint

A private snorkeling day from Bali to Nusa Lembongan with a Japanese-speaking guide, hotel pickup, and a local lunch. You'll dive at 2–3 snorkeling points to see tropical fish and coral reefs, take a small boat through the mangrove forest, visit the iconic Yellow Bridge, and finish at Blue Lagoon's cliff viewpoint. The guide speaks English or Japanese. The tour runs 8 hours and suits all fitness levels, though it's not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Nusa Lembongan island highlights

• Snorkel at 2–3 popular spots
• Boat ride through mangrove forest
• Visit iconic Yellow Bridge
• Enjoy view at Blue Lagoon cliff

The experience

You're picked up from your Bali hotel in the Sanur area in a private air-conditioned vehicle and driven to the boat departure point. The driver speaks Japanese or English, and the route takes roughly 30 minutes. Once on the water, you head straight to the snorkeling sites (typically Crystal Bay, Toyapakeh, or Mangrove Point), where you'll spend time in the water with a guide, spotting colorful tropical fish and coral reefs in clear conditions. The guide handles the route and timing, so you focus on what's below the surface.

Between snorkeling stops, you'll board a small boat and drift through the Nusa Lembongan mangrove forest, a quiet stretch where you can feel the breeze and watch the ecosystem up close. The day also includes a stop at the Yellow Bridge, the bright yellow landmark connecting Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Ceningan: a well-known photo spot against the turquoise water. You'll finish at Blue Lagoon, a dramatic cliff viewpoint overlooking deep turquoise water, before heading back to your hotel. Lunch is freshly prepared local food, included in the price.

Because this is a private tour, the schedule bends to your pace. You're not waiting for a group to assemble or moving on when you'd rather stay. The vehicle is yours alone, and the guide adjusts the snorkeling time and the stops based on conditions and what you want to see. Bottled water and all transport costs are covered. You bring your own snorkel gear or rent it locally if needed.

What’s included

• Private air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pickup and drop-off from the Sanur area.
• Japanese or English-speaking guide.
• snorkeling at 2–3 sites with time in the water.
• small boat ride through the mangrove forest.
• stops at the Yellow Bridge and Blue Lagoon viewpoint.
• freshly prepared local lunch.
• bottled drinking water.
• fuel and parking fees.

Options for this experience

3 options

Private car charter in Bali – 10Guide in English or Japanese · 00:00 and 07:00Ubud Day Tour + ATV Adventure. Standard car: Toyota Avanza, for up to 6 people. Duration: 10 hours. Meals and drinks are not included; guests can have lunch at their own expense during the tour. Recommended lunch stops are available in Ubud. Route: Ubud – Tegenungan Waterfall. Vehicle: Toyota Avanza. Pickup is included.

A 1-day Bali car charter plan that includes a sightseeing tour of Lembongan IslandGuide in English or Japanese · 00:00Pickup is included

Lembongan Island Sightseeing TourGuide in English or Japanese · 00:00Pickup is available from most hotels in Kuta, Seminyak, Legian, Sanur, Nusa Dua, Jimbaran and Ubud Center for this private tour. The water sports and mangrove kayaking are private. The duration is 8 hours, included in the price. Lembongan Island Sightseeing Tour: 1. Hotel pickup: our driver will meet you in the hotel lobby between 07:30 and 08:30 AM and transfer you to Sanur Harbor in a Toyota Avanza. Additional information: light, comfortable clothing is recommended. Bring swimwear, a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen. Footwear: pickup is included.

You pick the guide language when booking.

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

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 07:00

AgesAdult (11 to 60 years) · Child (3 to 10 years) · Under 3: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Japanese

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 6 pickup points.

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 8 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Balitabiyotour

Is this one for you?Choose this if you're arriving in Bali with a free afternoon or a morning and want to see Nusa Lembongan's reefs and landmarks without coordinating with a group: the private guide adjusts the pace and the stops to what you want to do.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Japanese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 10 years). Children under 3 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 snorkeling sites will I visit on this tour?

Your guide takes you to 2–3 popular snorkeling points around Nusa Lembongan, typically Crystal Bay, Toyapakeh, and Mangrove Point, where you'll see colorful tropical fish and coral reefs in clear water.

Is hotel pickup included, and which area of Bali does it cover?

Hotel pickup and drop-off are included from the Sanur area of Bali in a private air-conditioned vehicle. Confirm your hotel location when you book to ensure it falls within the pickup zone.

How long is the full day, and what's included in the price?

The tour runs 8 hours and includes private transport from your hotel, the guide, snorkeling at multiple sites, a boat ride through the mangrove forest, freshly prepared local lunch, bottled water, fuel, and parking fees.

What should I know about the physical demands of this snorkeling day?

The tour suits all fitness levels and is wheelchair accessible, though it's not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or pregnancy. You'll be in and out of boats and the water multiple times throughout the day.