A great place for a day trip. The island is a bit on the silent side. The roads are bumpy and very narrow. If you are a nature lover, you can consider spending a night here. Restaurants and shops are a bit limited. Regarding sightseeing, you will love all the spots. Great points for Instagram pictures.

It’s a small island that has beautiful views. The roads are terrible. You need a motorcycle to get around (drive at your own risk bc the roads are awful). You can also hire a driver which is what we did bc we were traveling with our children (ages 7 and 9). The speedboat to get to the island is choppy and disorganized. The island itself is dirty (trash everywhere) but has a few beautiful beaches- incredible color of water. If you’re into taking pictures, you may enjoy the views. Many beaches are not safe to swim in but are nice to overlook from the top (if that’s your thing). Example kling kling beach has many steep stairs and rough current. It was nice to see but couldn’t really venture down with kids. We took a snorkeling tour to see manta rays and turtles. We did get to see these in the water but the water was very very very rough and choppy. The tour itself felt very unsafe especially for young children. It may be good for adventurous couples who don’t mind rough waters. Overall, the water color is gorgeous but I’m not sure I would recommend the hassle of getting here and staying here. I would stay away if you’re traveling with kids or are the cautious type.

I just had the pleasure of embarking on a trip to Nusa Penida with Bali Sun Tours, and to put it simply, it was fantastic. From the moment we departed, the team ensured we had everything we needed for an enjoyable journey. The trip was organized impeccably, and the crew's knowledge about the locations we visited was truly impressive. Snorkeling around the island was a particular highlight. The underwater scenes were a marvel to behold with vibrant coral reefs teeming with aquatic life. The equipment provided was top-notch and the guides ensured that even the least experienced among us felt safe and comfortable. The sightseeing tour was equally delightful. We had the chance to witness breathtaking landscapes and learn about the unique culture and history of Nusa Penida. The tour was paced perfectly, allowing us to soak in the stunning vistas without feeling rushed. In addition, the staff was courteous and friendly, going above and beyond to ensure our satisfaction. From a delicious lunch to a comfortable transport, every detail was taken care of. I can't recommend Bali Sun Tours enough for anyone planning a visit to Nusa Penida. Whether it's for snorkeling, sightseeing, or simply exploring this beautiful island, you'll be in excellent hands with Bali Sun Tours. The memories I've made on this trip are ones I'll cherish forever. Truly, a 5-star experience!

This is a gem. U have to go when u visit Bali. There is a steep walk from the parking lot. Better to go with an experienced guide ..they know the best points for taking pictures. They will climb on trees too ! U can view this from the cliff . To go to the beach down..u have to climb down for 45 mins and then your way up too ! There is a tiny restaurant on the cliff...u may just buy a coffee and enjoy the view !

I fell in love with this island while there last week. The landscape is breathtaking and riding the roads on a scooter being wowed by the gorgeousness of the island is something else. We stayed two nights there and I'm so glad I did this rather than a day trip, I knew from what I'd seen and read that I would love it, so decided to stay two nights. I wish I stayed more, when I go back to Bali I will definitely be staying longer on Nusa Penida. It's a magical island.

Nusa Penida and Nusa Lembongan are absolutely stunning. I have never been anywhere like this. That said I didn't actually set foot on Nusa Penida but snorkeled all around it as part of a tour. Nusa Lembongnan is a lovely and quiet island. The water is crystal clear and incredibly abundant with sea life, where we saw manta rays, amazing kinds of fish and coral as I've never seen below. Swimming on top of a manta as it glided below me was something I'll always remember. Water was a bit rough. Do not believe the other reviews here and be cautious which tour group you choose. You need to plan in advance and you need to pay for quality and to be away from the party goers and drunken hordes.

A lot of waiting around goes on, all car related. Slow traffic between spots, and took us hours from morning accom pickup, to finally boarding our boat from Lembongan to penida island. Do whatever you can to hire a boat and driver, to go around to all the best attractions on the island. You’ll make the most of every minute travelling by water. Trust me

A real gem of Indonesia, this island is huge and cannot be covered in a single day. The spots are little tough to reach, but once you get there, the beauty of nature keeps you spellbound! A must visit !

The villa where I was staying organised a guide to meet me on the island so I could swim with the manta rays. I got the fast boat across from Sunar and arrived around 9.00am in the morning. The port was very busy with drivers and name cards picking up their guests. I looked for my guide but after half an hour I realised he wasn't there to meet me. Okay, I thought I'm on my own and need to sort my own snorkelling out. Nusa Penida is not like Bali, smaller and more basic with lots of huts along the front offering tours. I went along them all and no one had availability for a me on any of the tours. About to give up I tried another hut and a lovely man helped me find a boat and got me last minute onto a three stop snorkelling trip for £15.00, he was an absolute star. We visited three reefs, they first was absolutely amazing and you got carried along by the current over the reef. The second two stops where good to but no where near as spectacular as the first, breath-taking. We then stopped an another part of the island having speed along on the speed boat taking in the sights along the way and the lovely man who had got me on the boat was there to meet me. He had arranged for a taxi to take me back to the harbour which turned out to be a moped!!! I hopped on the back and was whisked along the road back to the harbour at break neck speed, a little scary but very exciting. Before I got the fast boat back to Sunar I stopped for beer and a pizza a Murat Beach Club to enjoy the views then I headed back to Bali. I didn't see much of the island as I went to snorkel, unfortunately I didn't see any manta rays but I had a fabulous exciting and totally unexpected brilliant day. Note when you are waiting for your boat at the harbour there is no shade and if your boat is late the heat is very intense so make sure you have water.

Arrangement was made by my Bali driver - Pak Bagus who is Booking.com partner in Bali. A amazing n very reliable driver for my trip to Nusa Penida. Left hotel at 7.15 and ferry was at 8.30 am. return boat was 4pm. A driver met me after a 40 minutes boat ride from Sanur Port to Nusa Penida I chose the mixed trip covering Diamond Beach and next to the other side is Atul Beach, followed by Thousand Island Lookout , Kelingking and Palnang Cliff. It was very rush and not much time to spend going down to the beach which were all very clear and crystal clear water. You need to stay at least 2 nights to explore the beautiful beaches on Nusa Penida but a worthwhile trip though unable to see Broken beach or Angel Billabong for example. Do note SIM card are sold at airport or all over Bali, so one can easily stay connected.