8-Day Adventure Travel Itinerary for Nusa Penida

  • Day 1: Enjoy the Natural Pools at Kelingking Beach
    30 minutes (14 km) from Toya Pakeh Harbour

    Visit Kelingking Beach, known for its breathtaking views and natural rock pools. Take a dip in the cool waters, climb down to the beach, or hike up to the top of the cliff for a panoramic view of the surrounding mountains and sea.

  • Day 2: Explore T-Rex Cliff and Crystal Bay
    40 minutes (17 km) from Kelingking Beach

    Check out T-Rex Cliff, named for its resemblance to the prehistoric creature, and then head to Crystal Bay for the best snorkeling on the island. Swim with sea turtles, colorful fish, and vibrant coral reefs on this unforgettable adventure.

  • Day 3: Hike to Atuh Beach and Diamond Beach
    50 minutes (21 km) from Crystal Bay

    Take a hike through the rugged landscape to see two of Nusa Penida's most beautiful beaches. At Atuh Beach, you'll encounter white sand, clear blue water, and dramatic cliffs. At Diamond Beach, you can climb down a steep stairway to reach a hidden cove with white sand, crystal-clear water, and towering cliffs.

  • Day 4: Go Diving at Manta Point and discover seaweed farms
    1 hour (28 km) from Diamond Beach

    For a thrilling underwater adventure, go diving at Manta Point, where you can swim with majestic manta rays. Afterward, take a tour of a seaweed farm and learn about the cultivation, harvesting, and production of red seaweed, commonly used in food products and cosmetics.

  • Day 5: Visit Bat Cave and Peguyangan Waterfall
    40 minutes (16 km) from Manta Point

    Explore the unique Bat Cave, home to thousands of bats who live beneath the cliff's overhand. Next, travel to Peguyangan Waterfall for a spiritually inspired visit to its temple and bathing area to cleanse your soul and body.

  • Day 6: Discover the Beauty of Teletubbies Hills and Banah Cliff
    50 minutes (22 km) from Peguyangan Waterfall

    Head to the rolling hills and greenery of Teletubbies Hills for a scenic view of the island. This bizarre landscape is named after the BBC Children's show because of its unusual rolling green hills. Then, experience the view from Banah Cliff, at 200 meters above sea level, while you explore this awe-inspiring cliff in Nusa Penida.

  • Day 7: Snorkeling at Gamat Bay and Wall Point Site
    1 hour 10 minutes (29 km) from Banah Cliff

    Enjoy a morning snorkeling adventure at Gamat Bay to swim with colorful fish and vibrant coral reefs. For your afternoon adventure, visit the Wall Point site to see mollusks, frogfish, and pygmy seahorses in the vibrant and full life of the ocean.

  • Day 8: Relax at Krystal Beach and sail
    1 hour (33 km) from Wall Point Site

    Take a break from all the adventure and relax on Krystal Beach's white and pristine sand. Enjoy its clear waters, swing by the beach, and take Instagram-worthy pictures of your day. Cap off your Nusa Penida vacation by sailing on a private boat as you watch the sunset over the clear horizon.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kelingking Beach: 1-2 hours (free)
  • T-Rex Cliff: 2-3 hours (IDR 5,000)
  • Crystal Bay: 3-4 hours (IDR 5,000)
  • Atuh Beach: 2-3 hours (IDR 10,000)
  • Diamond Beach: 1-2 hours (IDR 10,000)
  • Manta Point: 3-4 hours (IDR 350,000)
  • Bat Cave: 1-2 hours (IDR 10,000)
  • Peguyangan Waterfall: 2-3 hours (IDR 20,000)
  • Teletubbies Hills: 2-3 hours (IDR 15,000)
  • Banah Cliff: 1-2 hours (IDR 5,000)
  • Gamat Bay: 3-4 hours (IDR 50,000)
  • Wall Point Site: 2-3 hours (IDR 5,000)
  • Krystal Beach: 2-3 hours (IDR 5,000)
  • Sailing Tour: 2 hours (IDR 1,500,000)

  • Total Estimated Costs: IDR 2,000,000

Transportation

Transportation options on the island are limited, so it's best to rent a scooter or car for the duration of your trip. You can get around to different parts of the island through every destination mentioned above. Airport transfers and shuttle services are also available.

Estimated travel costs vary from IDR 50,000 to IDR 350,000, depending on your mode of transportation and how far you travel.

Useful Tips

If you have more than 8 days on the island, try to visit other destinations such as Broken Beach, Tembeling Beach, and Suwehan Beach. If you have less than 8 days, consider prioritizing the destinations that interest you the most and visiting those instead.

Airports

Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) is the main international gateway to Nusa Penida and is located approximately 30 km from Toya Pakeh Harbour. You can reach the island with boats and fast boats from Sanur Harbor or Padang Bai Harbor in Bali, which will take about 60-90 minutes to cross.

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