Nusa Penida
Dramatic cliffs, turquoise bays and Instagram's favorite viewpoint
A short speedboat ride from Sanur, Nusa Penida exploded in popularity over the last few years thanks to Kelingking Beach's T-rex-shaped cliff and Angel's Billabong's natural infinity pool. Roads are rough and the island is best explored by rented scooter or private driver, but the payoff — cliffside viewpoints with almost no crowds beyond the top three spots — is real.
Best time to visit
April–November — calmer seas for the boat crossing
Getting there
30–45 min speedboat from Sanur, Bali
Highlights
- —Kelingking Beach viewpoint
- —Angel's Billabong & Broken Beach
- —Manta ray snorkeling at Manta Point
- —Crystal Bay sunset
- —Much quieter than mainland Bali outside 3–4 hotspots
The Nusa Penida guide, section by section
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