Snorkeling Nusa Penida: Manta rays and coral reefs

Manta rays, giant GTs and coral gardens in one morning

Snorkel four locations around Nusa Penida on a shared boat with a professional local guide, snorkeling gear, life jacket and welcome drink included. You visit Manta Bay (known for manta rays), Crystal Bay (coral and fish), Gamat Bay (colorful reef fish) and Wall Point, where giant GT fish and sea turtles appear. The activity takes 2.5 hours and spot changes depend on weather and sea conditions.

The experience

Nusa Penida holds more than manta rays. The four snorkeling sites rotate based on conditions: Manta Bay draws the rays, Crystal Bay shows off the healthiest coral and occasional mola mola, Gamat Bay fills with colorful reef fish, and Wall Point is where giant GTs and sea turtles surface. A professional local guide leads the boat and stays with you underwater. Snorkeling equipment (fins, mask, life jacket) is provided. Non-swimmers get a life jacket and the guide keeps watch. The boat includes a changing room and a welcome drink when you board.

Manta rays are wild and sightings are common but not guaranteed. The same goes for mola mola and giant GTs. Weather and sea state decide which spots open on the day you go. The operator may swap locations if conditions shift. The whole outing runs 2.5 hours on a shared boat, so you're with other snorkelers but not a massive group. Free GoPro footage comes back with you so you have the underwater moments without carrying a camera yourself.

What’s included

• Professional local snorkeling guide in English.
• snorkeling equipment (fins, mask, life jacket).
• changing room on the boat.
• welcome drink.
• free GoPro photos of your underwater moments.
• local insurance coverage.
• shared boat to all four sites.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:00, 09:30, 14:00 and 20:30

Book up to10h before

AgesAdult (8 to 70 years) · Child (3 to 7 years) · Under 3: can't be booked

GroupUp to 25

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go 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 or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 51

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

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

Operated by Penidago

Is this one for you?This is a shared boat with other snorkelers, so you're not alone but also not in a huge group. It suits anyone who wants to meet other travelers and split the cost. The fixed four-site route and professional guide mean you don't plan the day yourself. The operator handles where to go based on conditions, which works well if you want to show up and snorkel without logistics.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 7 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.

Can I snorkel in Nusa Penida if I've never done it before?

Yes. Life jackets are provided and recommended for non-swimmers, and the professional guide stays with you throughout. The activity suits all fitness levels, though it's not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or pregnancy.

What marine life will I actually see at Manta Bay and Crystal Bay?

Manta Bay is known for manta rays, which appear frequently but cannot be fully guaranteed since they are wild creatures. Crystal Bay offers the best coral and fish viewing, and you might spot mola mola there. Gamat Bay fills with colorful reef fish like Nemo fish, and Wall Point is where giant GT fish and sea turtles show up.

What if the weather is bad on the day I book?

Snorkeling locations change depending on sea and weather conditions. The operator may switch you to different spots to keep the experience safe and enjoyable. The schedule can also shift due to traffic or weather delays.

Do I need to bring my own snorkeling gear?

No. Fins, mask, life jacket and all snorkeling equipment are included. A changing room is available on the boat, and you get a welcome drink when you board.

How long does the snorkeling activity take?

The full outing is 2.5 hours on a shared boat visiting three to four snorkeling sites. Fast boat tickets and the Nusa Penida levy ticket are separate from this booking.