Dreaming of meeting majestic manta rays? We can make your dream come true with an exciting trip to Nusa Penida! This island, located just off the coast of Bali, is known for its breathtaking beauty, crystal-clear waters, and incredible marine life diversity.
Swim with majestic manta rays. One of the most thrilling snorkeling spots is Manta Bay or Manta Point, where you can encounter giant manta rays. These magnificent creatures, reaching up to five meters in wingspan, come here to feed on plankton and visit cleaning stations, where small fish clean their skin. Swimming with manta rays around Nusa Penida is an unforgettable experience.
Even if you don't spot mantas, the stunning coral gardens and unique marine creatures in Nusa Penida's other snorkeling spots are sure to leave a lasting impression.
Looking for more adventure? Join us on an unforgettable journey to Sumbawa Island, where you can swim with whale sharks for even more thrilling encounters!
The tour takes a full day: you leave in the morning (the boat departs Sanur at 7:30 or 9:15) and are back in Bali around 4:00–4:30 PM. During the day you snorkel at three spots off Nusa Penida: Manta Bay or Manta Point, where mantas are often seen, and the coral bays of Crystal Bay, Gamat Bay or Toya Pakeh. Choose from three options: a private boat with an instructor and hotel transfer, a group tour with mangrove kayaking on Nusa Lembongan, or a budget option where you get to Sanur port on your own or book a transfer for an extra fee. Lunch and gear are included in every option. Children from 6 years old are welcome; you don't need to be a strong swimmer, as life jackets are provided.
Find the Office: At the port, locate the Maruti office (office location available on Google Maps in your personal account). After checking in for your trip, keep your ticket safe, as it will be required for your return journey.
Early Departure: The boat leaves Sanur Port at 7:30 AM for a 40-minute journey to Nusa Penida. Upon arrival, a company representative will greet you.
Gear and Safety: Once all participants are gathered, you'll head to the base where snorkeling gear, including fins, mask, and snorkel, will be provided. Secure lockers are available for your valuables.
Snorkeling Adventure: Explore three prime snorkeling spots: Manta Bay, where you might swim with magnificent manta rays; Gamat Bay; and Toya Pakeh. Your guide will ensure your safety and assist you if needed.
Lunch: Enjoy a meal featuring Indonesian cuisine at the dive club's café.
Free Time or Return: After snorkeling, you can enjoy some free time on the island or return to Bali on a day boat (availability of seats needs to be confirmed).
Evening Departure: The boat to Bali departs from Nusa Penida at 4:30 PM.
Manta Ray Sightings: MyBaliTrips.com does not guarantee manta ray sightings (refer to Section 7.3 of the User Agreement).
Weather Adjustments: If Manta Bay conditions are unfavorable, the company may substitute this spot with Crystal Bay or another location for safety.
Return Transfer Tips: Due to possible low tides, boarding the boat on the return trip might be from shallow water. Coral shoes are recommended for comfortable boarding and disembarking.
Excellent tour! Everything went just great. Very professional and friendly guide. We took a lot of photos. Afterwards, there was kayaking in the mangrove forest where we managed to see birds and monitor lizards. Overall, it's definitely worth a visit.
Prompt consultation. Payment through e-wallet, which is relevant for Russians. Clear and fast communication via WhatsApp. Literally guided everywhere by hand. The guide on Lembongan is a great guy who doesn’t just do his job but puts his heart and energy into it. We saw manta rays and a very beautiful coral reef. Received many photos\videos from the guide. Thank you, we will come back next time and can recommend.
We liked the good service, everything was on schedule. Very interesting snorkeling, the guide was top-notch) Delicious lunch
The organization was top-notch, the guides passed us hand-in-hand, I was worried about getting lost in the port and not keeping up, but they looked after us so thoroughly and literally led us by the hand everywhere. Not even the tropical rain could spoil our tour, we managed to visit all the locations, had a delicious lunch, and were accompanied back to the boat and taken to the hotel. This is mastery at the highest level!
sunscreen with high SPF
long-sleeve shirt
swimsuit / trunks / shorts
hat
camera
money for personal expenses
passport or passport copy for boarding
the boat ride from Bali to Nusa Penida takes about 40 minutes
if necessary take pills for motion sickness before boarding the boats
there is no proper pier, so you board the speedboat from the water
the program can be changed due to weather conditions
for people with average physical abilities
we give a refund for the service retaining 10% of the payment amount, if the customer makes the cancellation at least 24 hours before the event starts
refunds are made at the exchange rate set by the Bank of Indonesia on the day of payment
we give a full refund in case the provider can't render the service
we review the issue of a refund up to 5 calendar days from the date of customer's application
we provide a refund within 14 calendar days from the date of customer's application
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