Nusa Penida is an island in the southeast of Bali, Indonesia, part of Klungkung Regency, separated by the Badung Strait. Other small islands, Nusa Ceningan and Nusa Lembongan, are nearby. The waters of Nusa Penida are famous for their diving areas, including Crystal Bay, Manta Point, Batu Meling, Batu Lumbung, Batu Abah, Toyapakeh, and Malibu Point.
How to get to Nusa Penida
The most common way is by fast boat to Nusa Penida or via Sanur Beach because, in this area, there are many fast boat options from various companies with several departure hours. However, Sanur Beach is not the only place to take a quick boat to Nusa Penida. You need to know that the itinerary from Sanur Beach to Nusa Penida varies for each boat company, but generally, boats depart in the morning, afternoon, and evening. The same goes for the itinerary from Nusa Penida to Sanur—boats depart in the morning, afternoon, and evening.
Transportation Options in Nusa Penida
1. Rent a motorbike in Nusa Penida
When you arrive in Nusa Penida, you will find many residents offering motorbike rentals around Nusa Penida. Motorbike rental rates in Nusa Penida for one day also range from IDR 80-200 thousand, depending on the type of motorbike and bargaining ability. On Klook, you can rent various motorbikes to travel around Nusa Penida: Scoopy, Beat, Vario, and NMAX.
2. Car Rental in Nusa Penida
Touring Nusa Penida by car is the best choice if you are on holiday with a group, family, or friends. Besides being more comfortable, driving through the quite challenging streets of Nusa Penida is safer if done by car. Before you go to this tiny island, inform us of your arrival time in Nusa Penida to make it easier for you to meet the driver who will take you on a tour of this island.
Several things you need to know before going to Nusa Penida
- There is no need to bring a suitcase when going to visit Nusa Penida
Especially if you only visit for one day without staying overnight! Space on the ship to Nusa Penida is minimal, and you may be asked to pay for one more seat if you bring many things, especially a large suitcase. If you want to stay in Nusa Penida, leave your suitcase at the hotel where you are staying in Bali. Hotels usually allow guests to leave suitcases if they leave them for a day or two. Or if you go directly to Nusa Penida from the airport, you can leave your suitcase in luggage storage at Ngurah Rai Airport. - Nusa Penida is divided into three tourist areas: East, West and South.
Some of the most famous tourist attractions in Nusa Penida, namely Crystal Bay, Angel’s Billabong and Broken Beach, and Kelingking Beach, are located in the western part of Nusa Penida. Meanwhile, in the eastern part of Nusa Penida, you can visit Teletubbies Hill, Thousand Island, Tree House, Diamond Beach, and Atuh Beach. In the southern area of Nusa Penida, Bali, the tourist attractions are Tembeling Beach, Banah Cliff, Thousand Island, and Kelingking Beach. - Make sure you have transportation in Nusa Penida before going.
There is no public transportation in Nusa Penida, so the only way to get there is by private transportation, taking a tour, or walking (not recommended). After getting off the ship, you can rent a motorbike from local residents who often gather and offer their motorbikes around the pier. However, we recommend that you rent your vehicle before we arrive in Nusa Penida.
Most Popular Tourist Attractions in Nusa Penida
- Kelingking Beach
This is the most popular tourist spot in Nusa Penida – you’ve probably seen photos of it on Instagram! With fantastic views from above to the beach and cliffs shaped like hands (or like dinosaurs, depending on your imagination!), this place is very popular among tourists who love hunting for Instagrammable photos. Some stairs will take you down to the beach at the bottom of the cliff, but be prepared to spend a lot of energy because the descent here is very steep, and there are many stairs. Wear shoes because the stairs here are natural and have a base of soil, bamboo, and rocks! - Angel’s Billabong & Broken Beach
Angel’s Billabong and Broken Beach, just 100 meters apart, are must-visit spots on Nusa Penida. Angel’s Billabong is a natural pool among coral rocks with crystal-clear blue water, perfect for swimming during low tide. However, be cautious of the sharp coral and cliff edges. Broken Beach, while inaccessible, is renowned for its striking cliffside hole, offering a unique view. - Crystal Bay
Crystal Bay is the relatively most uncomplicated tourist spot in Nusa Penida. Apart from the well-paved road to get there, it is also the closest to the Nusa Penida Bali pier. This beach is also fun to visit because it is relatively clean, and the sand is soft. If you book a snorkeling tour package via Klook, you can also snorkel here. As the name suggests, the seawater in Crystal Bay is relatively straightforward, making it suitable for snorkeling. - Diamond Beach
Diamond Beach is one of the beaches in the eastern part of Nusa Penida, Bali. Like Kelingking Beach, it has an extraordinarily beautiful view from a height! You also have to go down the stairs on the side of the cliff to get to the beach, and the beach sand is soft and pleasant for enjoying the sea. Make sure to hunt for Instagrammable photos from above or on the beach! - Atuh Beach
Atuh Beach is not far from Diamond Beach and gives a slightly different view. There is a small “stone island” in front of the beach, which forms a unique background and is characteristic of this beach. Make sure to come to Atuh Beach at high tide. At low tide, the water can drop so far that you can see the many coral rocks. - Manta Point
is a location where Manta Rays or Manta Rays swim not far from Nusa Penida Island. Here, you can swim with the most prominent type of stingray in the world! You might even meet the unique and mysterious Mola Mola fish if you’re lucky! This fish is unique to Bali and Nusa Penida because it can be found relatively often in the sea around Nusa Penida and Nusa Lembongan, including at Manta Point.