Nusa Penida is a stupendous, rugged island simply off the coast of Bali, Indonesia. Taking a day journey to Nusa Penida is among the hottest issues to do for Bali holidaymakers who’re quick on time, however in case you have a couple of additional days in your Bali itinerary, then prolong your keep and spend 2-3 days exploring the pure gems across the island.
Nusa Penida actually is a stupendous place and nicely definitely worth the journey from Bali!
Right here’s an entire information for planning your 2 day journey to Nusa Penida:
What number of days do you want on Nusa Penida?
If you’re quick on time, it’s potential to do a day journey from Bali to Nusa Penida. For those who determine on this selection, it’s endorsed to ebook your journey prematurely to avoid wasting time making preparations on the day, and there are a lot of tour operators that supply day journeys.
Nevertheless, with a view to actually see what Nusa Penida has to supply, 2-3 days on the island could be splendid.
The way to get to Nusa Penida
The one technique to get to Nusa Penida is by boat. You may both take a bigger ferry or a smaller quick boat. The quick boats are barely costlier and get you there faster, however the journey is extra rocky than on the ferry. It’s strongly beneficial when taking both choice to take movement illness tablets earlier than you get on the boat as the ocean round Nusa Penida is famend for being uneven!
- From Bali: You will have three primary departure ports for catching a ship from Bali throughout to Nusa Penida: Sanur, Padang Bai or Serangan Island. Sanur is the most well-liked departure level as it’s handy for Seminyak, Canggu, Kuta, and Uluwatu. From Sanur, the crossing takes roughly 45 minutes and prices roughly $7. You should buy your ticket from the counter on arrival on the port or prematurely.
- From Nusa Lembongan: You can even catch a ship from Nusa Lembongan to Nusa Penida. The journey solely takes 10 minutes and you should buy your ticket on the counter on the port for simply 50k IDR ($3.30). The boat departs Nusa Lembongan from the well-known yellow bridge which connects Lembongan to Ceningan island. The departures are unscheduled – the boat merely goes as quickly as there are 8 or extra folks prepared to go away. You can even be part of a snorkeling journey to Nusa Penida from Nusa Lembongan.
- From Gili Trawangan: If you’re doing a little bit of island-hopping round Bali and Lombok, you can even catch a ferry from Gili Trawangan to Nusa Penida. This journey will take roughly 3.5 hours and prices between $16-22, relying on the corporate you ebook with. Observe that this crossing could be very uneven!
Nusa Penida has two primary ferry ports on the island: Toya Pakeh Harbour and Buyuk Harbour. Whichever port you arrive in, there are many tuk-tuk and taxis ready to take you to your lodging.
The way to get round Nusa Penida
Nusa Penida is understood for having very tough driving circumstances. Most of the ‘roads’ are extra like tracks and it is extremely rocky, uneven and hilly. Due to this, it is extremely common to rent a driver for the day or for a few days that can assist you get round. You may both ebook this prematurely beforehand via websites like Klook, or GetYourGuide, or you may prepare a driver along with your lodging.
For those who favor to have your personal freedom, you may hire your personal scooter, however simply bear in mind that even probably the most assured scooter riders have been caught out by how unhealthy among the street circumstances are.
The place is one of the best place to remain on Nusa Penida?
The seashores, sights and sights are unfold out throughout Nusa Penida, so there’s no ‘one’ greatest place to remain on the island. Nevertheless, many of the cafes, eating places and lodging choices are positioned round Toya Pakeh Harbour and Crystal Bay on the west aspect of the island and alongside the northern shoreline.
The way to spend 2 days on Nusa Penida
A lot of Nusa Penida is roofed by thick forest with the vast majority of the sights located alongside the shoreline. There are few roads on the island and those who do exist are small and winding, which means that it’s going to take longer to succeed in locations than you would possibly initially assume when trying on the map.
Due to this, it’s a good suggestion to interrupt your tour of Nusa Penida into two days: masking the west aspect and east aspect on totally different days.
Day 1: Nusa Penida West
- Damaged seaside and angel billabong
- Keliking seaside
- Paluang cliff
- Crystal Bay & Pandan seaside
Damaged seaside and angel billabong
Damaged seaside is among the most lovely spots on Nusa Penida and is a must-visit when exploring the island. From the automobile park, make your technique to angel billabong first. Angel billabong is a pure infinity pool fashioned from the crashing of waves towards the rocks. Many individuals are enticed by the clear turquoise water within the pool that they make their means down the rocks to swim within the pool. Nevertheless, that is extraordinarily harmful. The crashing waves could be unpredictable and several other folks have misplaced their lives or been badly injured by the sturdy waves pushing them into the rocks, or sweeping them out to sea.
It’s higher to remain on the high and the view from above is simply as lovely, trying all the way down to the infinity pool and throughout the rocky shoreline to the ocean.
After taking within the views from angel billabong, make your means again in the direction of the automobile park, and switch proper in the direction of damaged seaside. Damaged seaside is a beautiful blue lagoon, separated from the ocean by a limestone arch, which creates a pure bridge over the water. You can’t stroll all the way down to the lagoon or seaside, however it’s spectacular to view from above. For those who’re fortunate, you may additionally spot a few Manta Rays swimming simply off the shore!
Good to know: The monitor to the parking for Damaged seaside could be very rocky, so in case you have your personal scooter, be certain to take it very slowly. There are bathrooms right here and several other small warung’s the place you should buy drinks or one thing to eat.
Keliking seaside
Keliking seaside is maybe probably the most well-known location on Nusa Penida – largely because of Instagram. The view from the highest of the cliff is fairly spectacular, with lovely views all the way down to the cape (which some folks say is formed like a T-Rex), and out to sea.
Sadly, the beautiful views and insta-fame have turned Keliking seaside right into a vacationer sizzling spot and it could get extremely crowded right here. Try to get right here earlier than 9 am if potential to keep away from the day journey crowds coming from the mainland.
To try to escape the crowds, you may stroll all the way down to the seaside, however be aware that it could take between 40-60 minutes and durable footwear are wanted because the trek down could be very steep and rocky. Once you attain the underside, you’ll be rewarded with pristine mushy sand and lovely blue water. Nevertheless, swimming just isn’t beneficial because of the sturdy currents.
The realm round Keliking seaside could be very touristic and you can see loads of native warungs to seize one thing to eat or drink in addition to a number of bathrooms.
Tip: For those who don’t wish to hike all the best way all the way down to the underside, however are competing with the crowds on the high for a great picture – simply stroll about 5 or 10 minutes down the trail and take your pictures from there as an alternative.
Paluang cliff
Only a few minutes from Keliking seaside is Paluang Cliff. It is a nice viewpoint the place you may see the well-known Kelking cape from the opposite aspect and revel in uninterrupted views out to sea with out all of the crowds. There’s additionally a small shrine right here and a neighborhood warung too. It is a good spot to simply sit and chill out after the busy crowds of Keliking seaside.
Crystal Bay
The final cease of the day is Crystal Bay. This is among the hottest seashores on Nusa Penida and you can see a number of warungs for lunch in addition to loads of parking and sunbeds to rent. It’s also probably the greatest spots on Nusa Penida to look at the sundown when you stick round!
The crystal-clear blue water within the secluded bay is ideal for swimming, diving and snorkelling and also you would possibly even be capable to spot fish and turtles. If you wish to discover a extra peaceable spot, you may hike quarter-hour to the quiet cove of Pandan seaside. The hike just isn’t too strenuous however footwear are beneficial to climb the uneven steps. There aren’t any amenities on Pandan seaside, however it’s good if you wish to get away from the crowds.
Day 2: Manta Ray snorkel and Nusa Penida East
- Swim with Large Manta Ray
- Diamond seaside
- Atuh seaside
- Goa Giri Putri Temple
Swim with Large Manta Ray
Nusa Penida is among the greatest locations to see Large Manta Rays and there are a lot of totally different excursions that function from the island. You may choose a 2-hour, half-day or full-day tour and may select whether or not to affix a snorkeling or diving tour. Excursions could be booked prematurely on-line, however there are additionally a number of operators positioned in Toya Pakeh Harbour and Crystal Bay who you may ebook instantly with.
A lot of the excursions will take you to a few totally different websites across the island, together with the favored Manta Level on the south aspect.
Snorkelling or diving with Large Manta Rays is secure as they don’t seem to be dangerous to people, nevertheless, it is very important bear in mind to present them house and respect and positively don’t contact them.
Diamond seaside
Diamond seaside is one other spot which is changing into extra recognisable from pictures on Instagram – and with good motive – it’s lovely!
There’s a 25k IDR ($1.70) cost to entry Diamond seaside, however this does additionally embrace entry to Atuh seaside as nicely.
To climb all the way down to the seaside, it’s important to sort out a sequence of steep, uneven and sandy steps. There’s a rope that can assist you, however take care as it may be slippery, so flip-flops will not be beneficial for this. When you make it all the way down to the underside, the seaside is beautiful, and since not too many individuals select to hike to the underside, it isn’t that crowded both.
As with most seashores round Nusa Penida, it isn’t suggested to go swimming too far off the shore because the waves could be very sturdy, however you may wade in and paddle. For those who don’t fancy the climb all the way down to the seaside, the point of view on the high is simply as spectacular.
Tip: Test the tide instances earlier than deciding to hike all the way down to the seaside as it isn’t accessible at excessive tide.
Atuh seaside
On the alternative aspect of Diamond seaside is Atuh seaside. As with Diamond seaside, the descent all the way down to Atuh seaside is by way of a sequence of steep, rocky steps. Nevertheless, the trail is barely wider right here, with a few little locations to face to at least one aspect and catch your breath!
The secluded cove of Atuh seaside is a good place to spend a couple of hours enjoyable on one of many sunbeds which you’ll be able to rent, or on the mushy sandy seaside. There are additionally a number of native warungs on the seaside so you should buy one thing to eat or drink.
Regardless of the waves, it is a beautiful, laid-back seaside, good for sunbathing, enjoyable and paddling.
Goa Giri Putri Temple
As you make your means again to your lodging on the finish of the day – in case you have time, make a brief cease on the Goa Giri Putri Temple, positioned on the northeast aspect of the island, simply off the primary street.
The small temple is hidden underground in one of many largest caves on Nusa Penida and may solely be accessed by a winding set of stairs descending down into the cave. There’s a payment of 50k IDR ($3.30), to enter the cave, which features a sarong that it’s essential to put on earlier than coming into the temple. You received’t want very lengthy right here, however it’s a distinctive spot to cease at as you go by.
Discover Nusa Penida at your personal tempo
Whereas there are a lot of nice day journeys to Nusa Penida from close by islands, the easiest way to really discover the island is to take action at your personal tempo. Spend two nights and break up your days between the western and jap aspect of the island – hopping between the totally different seashores and snorkeling spots.
