Water activity

From Bali: Swim with Manta Rays in Nusa Penida

4.2  / 52083 reviews
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Media collage
Water activity
From Bali: Swim with Manta Rays in Nusa Penida
4.2  / 52083 reviews

Swim with the majestic manta rays of Nusa Penida on an amazing snorkeling trip from Bali. Stop at the famous Manta Bay, discover the natural beauty of Crystal Bay and go to Mangrove Point for the perfect snorkeling adventure in the Indian Ocean.

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Reserve now & pay later
Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
Duration 9 - 11 hours
Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide
English, Indonesian
Pickup optional
Pickup from the lobby of your hotel in Nusa Dua, Central Jimbaran, Kuta, Legian, Seminyak, Canggu (up to Batu Bolong Street), Sanur, or Central Ubud (Up to Ubud Palace, middle road area only). Please start waiting 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time. Minimum booking of 2 for Canggu and Ubud (pickup 07.15-07.30), or pay extra for solo travellers. If we have other guests from Ubud/Canggu on the day, no extra is required, will be informed a day before the trip.

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

L
Leah – Thailand

Amazing experience!!! I was particularly impressed with the organisation of the groupings and transport. We didn’t have to do much waiting about in any place and it felt very efficient. The tour guides on the boat were very experienced - we stopped at one place and after deciding we wouldn’t see any manta rays there, there took us to a different spot and we saw so many. It was a bit chaotic in the water with the guides trying to shout the group numbers. It would have been good to have the camera person more easily identifiable so we could get some nice videos/pictures. The video being sold at the end of the tour felt very expensive which was a shame after the price we’d already paid for the tour. The lunch was ok and the kayaking was fun but short. No option for paddle boarding like was mentioned on the description. Overall a fantastic day!!

L
Leah – Thailand
H
Hazal – Turkey

It was a very nice activity, the only downside was that when we first got to the manta point, most of us had really bad nausea because the current was high and the speedboats were shaking too much. But the staff was so helpful that they massaged our foreheads and heads with mint. They cured the bad ones. It really worked. My suggestion to you is; don't go out without seeing the mantas, I went out because of nausea. But put a finger in your throat and continue :) Take salty snacks with you. Crackers are the best idea. Otherwise, you can't swim because of nausea. Everything else was beyond great

H
Hazal – Turkey

Experience

Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    Starting/pickup location

    Depends on the selected option

  • Sanur Beach

  • Ferry

    (45 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Nusa Lembongan

    Snorkeling (1.5 hours)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Nusa Penida

    Snorkeling (1.5 hours)

  • Local restaurant

    Lunch (1 hour)

  • Kayaking (30 minutes)

  • Ferry

    (45 minutes)

  • Sanur Beach

  • 19 drop-off locations:

    Kuta Selatan, Warung Sate Madura H. Syamsudin, Jl. Raya Ubud No.35, Jimbaran, Ubud, Jl. Danau Tamblingan No.88, Seminyak, Nusa Dua Beach, Surya Mas Mart, Denpasar, Jl. Dewi Sri IV No.60, Legian, North Kuta, Jl. Buni Sari No.5, Lembongan Watersport Meeting Point Sanur Harbour, Kuta, Canggu, Sanur, Jl. Kencana No.1

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Swim with the massive reef manta rays of Nusa Penida
  • Visit Crystal Bay, Manta Bay and Mangrove Point
  • Snorkel in scenic spots around Nusa Penida and Nusa Lembongan
  • Enjoy a delicious beach side lunch overlooking a white sand beach
  • Explore some of the most diverse reefs on the planet

Full description

Head for the island of Nusa Penida and embark on a snorkeling adventure. Take advantage of 3 different stops to swim with Manta Rays, enjoy lunch on the beach, then spend the afternoon exploring the mangrove forest. Benefit from pick-up at your hotel in selected areas of Bali or wait directly at the ferry office (depending on the option selected), and then journey to Nusa Penida, located 20 kilometers off the southeast coast. The largest of Bali's 3 sister islands (Nusa Lembongan, Nusa Penida, and Nusa Ceningan), Nusa Penida is much less developed and remains home to abundant and pristine nature. Marvel at the dramatic landscape and steep cliffs along the coast as you make your way to some of the island's best snorkel sites. Upon arrival at the protected bay of Manta Bay, discover an ocean rich with plankton that attracts beautiful reef manta rays that can sometimes measure up to an impressive 4 or 5 meters in wing span. Go to 3 of the best snorkel sites on the island, including popular spots (depending on conditions) such as Crystal Bay, Toyapakeh, and Gamat Bay. As the strong swells of the Indian Ocean can impact conditions, the situation will be carefully monitored to take you to where it is safe to swim with the rays less than 1.5 meters from the surface of the sea. If conditions are not suitable, your snorkeling itinerary will be adjusted accordingly, as your safety is always the number one priority. Following your magical snorkeling adventure, break for a delicious beachside lunch at Mangrove Beach on Nusa Lembongan. The lunch is served as an Indonesian food buffet. Then, get the chance to explore the mangrove forest in the afternoon by kayak or stand-up paddle board.  

Includes

  • Pickup and drop-off at hotels in Nusa Dua, Jimbaran, Kuta, Legian, Seminyak, Sanur, Canggu, and Ubud (if option is selected)
  • Guide
  • Round-trip fast boat transfers (from Sanur and Nusa Lembongan)
  • Transportation from the water activity center back to the boat
  • Snorkeling sessions at 3 spots around Nusa Penida and Nusa Lembongan
  • Towel, mask, snorkel, and fins
  • Lunch at Paradise Beach
  • Mangrove tour by kayak or stand-up paddleboard
  • Insurance for age 10-65 years old
  • Pickup and drop-off from Balangan, Uluwatu, Jimbaran, Ungasan, Bingin (available at IDR 300,000 per group in add-on)
  • Extra charge (IDR 200,000 if pickup and drop-off are different but still on the shuttle service area)

Not suitable for

  • Children under 10 years
  • Pregnant women
  • People with back problems
  • People with mobility impairments
  • People with heart problems
  • Wheelchair users
  • Non-swimmers
  • People with respiratory issues
  • People with epilepsy
  • People over 60 years
  • People prone to seasickness
  • People with pre-existing medical conditions
  • People with high blood pressure
  • People with low level of fitness

Select participants and date

Participants

Date

Meeting point

Look for a counter "Lembongan Watersport". Please be on time as ferry departs on fixed schedule. Address: Inside The port area in Jalan Matahari Terbit, Sanur

Open in Google Maps

Important information

What to bring

  • Swimwear

Know before you go

  • The itinerary may be adjusted at the last minute in order to keep you safe from the strong swells of the Indian Ocean
  • Seeing or snorkeling with the manta rays is not always guaranteed on every tour, as it depends on the weather and water conditions
  • Pickup and drop off location must be the same
  • This tour will take place rain or shine.
  • If you are less than 10 years old, or older than 60, and have conditions mentioned at "Who is this activity not suitable for" but insist on coming, you will be denied entry without any refund.
  • All guests are required to sign a waiver form

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.2 /5

based on 2083 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.4/5
  • Transportation
    4.4/5
  • Service
    4.2/5
  • Organization
    4.1/5

Filter

By star rating

Sort by:

L
Leah – ThailandOctober 26, 2024  – Verified booking
Amazing experience!!! I was particularly impressed with the organisation of the groupings and transport. We didn’t have to do much waiting about in any place and it felt very efficient. The tour guides on the boat were very experienced - we stopped at one place and after deciding we wouldn’t see any manta rays there, there took us to a different spot and we saw so many. It was a bit chaotic in the water with the guides trying to shout the group numbers. It would have been good to have the camera person more easily identifiable so we could get some nice videos/pictures. The video being sold at the end of the tour felt very expensive which was a shame after the price we’d already paid for the tour. The lunch was ok and the kayaking was fun but short. No option for paddle boarding like was mentioned on the description. Overall a fantastic day!!
Helpful?
H
Hazal – TurkeyNovember 24, 2024  – Verified booking
It was a very nice activity, the only downside was that when we first got to the manta point, most of us had really bad nausea because the current was high and the speedboats were shaking too much. But the staff was so helpful that they massaged our foreheads and heads with mint. They cured the bad ones. It really worked. My suggestion to you is; don't go out without seeing the mantas, I went out because of nausea. But put a finger in your throat and continue :) Take salty snacks with you. Crackers are the best idea. Otherwise, you can't swim because of nausea. Everything else was beyond great
Helpful?
N
Nicoletta – United StatesNovember 18, 2024  – Verified booking
The snorkeling was exceptional! We went to Manta Bay and were told there weren’t many mantas to immediately switched to Manta Point. It was further away so we ended up with less time in the water but was well worth it. I lot count of how many mantas I saw! The other locations were great as well and it was wonderful to have the guides pointing out turtles, dolphins and various other creatures. The food at the buffet lunch was really the only disappointment, variety and quantity was fine but the quality was lacking. That said, we didn’t book for the food and it was sufficient.
Helpful?

Product ID: 103568

Activity provider:Lembongan Water Sport

Top Attractions in Bali

Experiences in Bali

Tours in Indonesia

Things to do in Indonesia

Top destinations

Popular on GetYourGuide

Popular Attractions