Shared Snorkeling Trip: Nusa Lembongan to Nusa Penida
A small-group snorkeling experience covering Nusa Penida's three signature bays—Manta Bay, Crystal Bay, and Gamat Bay—with hotel transfers & in-water guides. If you are comfortable sharing a boat and following a group schedule, this is an efficient way to see all three bays in one morning. Departing at 08:00 AM, the tour gathers a small group of like-minded guests and heads out to the Badung Strait for a morning on the water.
A small-group snorkeling trip from Nusa Lembongan to Nusa Penida, covering Manta Bay, Crystal Bay, and Gamat Bay. Hotel transfers, an in-water guide, snorkeling equipment, and GoPro footage are all included—an easy, well-organized morning on the water.
📸 Tour Gallery
✨ Tour Highlights
📦 What's Included & Excluded
✅ What's Included
- Hotel transfer from the Lembongan and Ceningan area
- Shared boat with a small group of fellow travelers
- Snorkeling equipment (sanitized and fitted)
- In-water guide assistant throughout the trip
- GoPro footage of the day
- Mineral water on board
❌ Not Included
- Lunch & additional meals
- Personal expenses & gratuities
- Reef-safe sunscreen and personal toiletries
- Underwater camera rental (beyond included GoPro footage)
- Travel insurance
🏝️ Snorkeling Spots & Locations
Manta Bay
A known feeding and cleaning ground for manta rays. Sightings are common in the morning hours, and your in-water guide briefs the group on respectful, calm entry to the water.
Crystal Bay
A protected bay with outstanding clarity and healthy coral. Sea turtles are regularly spotted here, and the calmer conditions suit snorkelers of all levels.
Gamat Bay
Less crowded than the other two stops, with dramatic underwater rock formations and diverse coral. A quieter, more exploratory finish to the morning.
⏱️ Trip Itinerary (3)
- 08:00 AM — Hotel pickup from the Lembongan or Ceningan area
- 08:20 AM — Board the shared boat and depart for the first snorkeling location
- Morning — Snorkel Manta Bay with in-water guide assistance
- Mid-morning — Move to Crystal Bay for reef and turtle spotting
- Late morning — Final stop at Gamat Bay
- Return — Boat returns to Lembongan; hotel drop-off
🐠 Marine Life You May Encounter
Manta ray
Seasonal (best March–October)Large, gentle rays that visit Manta Bay to feed and be cleaned. Keep a respectful distance and let your guide manage the approach.
Green sea turtle
Year-roundCommonly spotted grazing on the reef at Crystal Bay. Slow, calm animals—observe without touching or blocking their path.
Reef fish (fusiliers, parrotfish, angelfish)
Year-roundColorful reef residents found across all three bays, especially abundant at Crystal and Gamat Bay.
🎒 What to Bring
- Swimsuit
- Towel and a change of clothes
- Reef-safe sunscreen
- Hat and sunglasses for the boat ride
- Dry bag for phones and valuables
- Cash for personal expenses or tips
🌤️ Typical Conditions
🛟 Safety & Guest Information
Follow the guide
Listen to the safety briefing and follow the crew's instructions throughout the trip.
Sea conditions
Routes and departure plans may change when local sea or weather conditions require it.
Respect marine life
Observe wildlife calmly. Do not touch, feed, chase or stand on coral and marine animals.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Send the enquiry form on this page with your preferred date and group size. The team will reply with availability and the next steps.
No. Sending an enquiry does not confirm a reservation or require payment. Your booking is confirmed only after the team replies and confirms the details.
Departures are subject to local sea and weather conditions. The team will contact you if conditions affect the planned trip and explain the available options.