Penida Island In Bali, Indonesia

Aug 28 2024 | | Posted by Noey Widiarsa

Visiting Penida island is a great decision to explore Bali's amazing tourist charms. In Nusa Penida, you can witness the enchanting natural scenery of beaches, cliffs, caves, and hills. Nusa Penida also has adequate infrastructure in terms of restaurants and hotels.

How To Get To Penida Island?

From my experience visiting Nusa Penida, speedboats are one of the popular transportation options. In addition to speedboats, you can also consider traveling by more premium ferry. It took me about 45 minutes to 1 hour to get to Nusa Penida from Bali by speedboat.

You don't have to worry about finding tickets because several speedboat operators serve tourists to Penida every day. Some even provide shuttle services so you don't have to worry about transportation.

Organizing your trip to Penida is more economical than booking a tour package. However, you may encounter several complications, so there are times when a tour package is the right solution. You can avoid the hassle and make the most of your time with a Penida tour package.

How To Get Around Penida Island?

To explore Penida Island, you'll need to know how to get around the island. There are at least three methods you can consider including the following options:

1. Tour The Island With A Guide

Many agree that this option is the best, though not the most economical. You can get efficient access to hidden destinations thanks to your guide's insights. They will organize your journey to the destination and back to your accommodation.

The guide will take you around Penida by car. They will also share insights about Nusa Penida for you to get to know the island better.

2. Renting A Scooter

Hiring a scooter can provide a more personalized and low-barrier experience of getting around the island. Make sure you have a driver's license for the scooter before renting it. Scooter rental is recommended for experienced drivers, as there are many challenging and narrow areas in Nusa Penida.

3. Hire A Driver

If you don't want to drive yourself, you can hire a driver for both scooters and car rides. Although many drivers are proficient in English, not all of them are. So, you might find it a little difficult to communicate.

Drivers are slightly different from travel guides as they only take you to the destination. You will need to organize your activities if you hire a driver. They may only provide limited insight into the destination or accommodation on Penida Island.

What Are The Points Of Interest In Nusa Penida?

Nusa Penida has many interesting destinations for you to visit, here are some that you can consider:

- Broken Beach

You can witness the epic arches of the cliffs that open majestically into the ocean of Nusa Penida. The viewpoint at this place is very beautiful and different from other destinations. Although it is not possible to take a leisurely swim in this place, the view is breathtaking.

- Kelingking Beach

In the southeastern part of Penida, you can visit Kelingking Beach, which has a unique cliff shaped like a T-Rex. Although you can reach the beach, it will take a while. You should also be prepared for the crowds as Kelingking Beach is a popular destination.

- Snorkeling Point

Several snorkeling points can be visited on Penida Island including Crystal Bay, Gamat Bay, Manta Point, and Wall Bay. At Manta Point, you can snorkel or dive with manta rays. Throughout the year, manta rays are active at this point but it is recommended to come between May and October.

The currents here are quite strong so make sure you are a good swimmer. Gamat Bay is also worth visiting as it is rich in coral reefs and a variety of fish species. You can also see many sea turtles at this location. Also consider Crystal Bay which is famous for its crystal clear waters and Wall Bay which has a variety of unique marine species.

Lembongantrip.com provides a Nusa Penida West Tour that you can rely on. You will be taken to several popular spots in the west area of Nusa Penida. The facilities you get are also complete for a comfortable all-round experience. Find out more about this tour at https://lembongantrip.com/day-trip/nusa-penida-west-tour.php.

 

FAQs

What makes Nusa Penida famous?

Nusa Penida's stunning natural beauty is its main attraction. Penida has exotic beaches, international-class infrastructure, majestic cliffs, and other tourist charms.

How long does it take to get to Nusa Penida from Bali?

You can depart for Nusa Penida from Sanur Harbor and it takes about 45 minutes. However, the travel time can be less at certain locations such as Klungkung.

What are the things to see in Nusa Penida?

There are many interesting destinations for you to visit in Penida. You can visit Atuh Beach, Teletubbies Hill, Goa Giri Putri, Broken Beach, Angel's Billabong, Crystal Bay, and Kelingking Beach.

Is it possible to snorkel in Nusa Penida?

Yes! Penida Island is one of the favorite destinations for snorkelers. You can try the swim with manta ray at Manta Bay.

 

Last changed: Aug 28 2024 at 4:19 PM

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