Snorkeling Experience in Nusa Lembongan

Often referred to as ‘Lembongan’, the island is the most popular destination among 3 islands, the other 2 being Nusa Ceningan and Nusa Penida. The water is among the clearest you’ll find anywhere around Bali. Great reefs and wave breaks make it a favourite among divers and surfers.

Snorkelling is one of the most popular marine tourism activities that many vacationists are interested in joining while travelling to Bali’s island. Being a tropical island, Bali has numerous locations to go snorkelling. It can sometimes be challenging to choose from the many areas. One of the most popular snorkelling locations around Bali is the islands of Nusa Penida.

So many international divers are interested in snorkelling or diving in the waters of Nusa Bali. The seas between Nusa Penida, Nusa Lembongan, and Nusa Ceningan have magnificent underwater views. When you dive or snorkel in Nusa Penida, you will see the underwater scenery, such as healthy coral reefs and various aquatic life.

Mangrove Point
The Mangrove Point Nusa Lembongan is one of the famous snorkelling locations in Bali. Mangrove Point is located at the northern end of the Jungut Batu Village in Nusa Lembongan.

The current conditions here are very light. Nusa Lembongan Mangrove Point is an easy drift snorkeling. The drift snorkelling on Mangrove Point is simply floating passively while using snorkelling gear and allowing the weak currents to carry you across the seawater and explore a colourful underwater.

Gamat Bay
Gamat Bay is the place for you if you are looking for a secluded spot without too many tourists crowding the area.

It is rather tricky to access by land, as the road is relatively narrow, so most who do go down to Gamat Bay by boat. The tough trip is worth it because the coral reef is flourishing with underwater creatures. A snorkelling trip at Gamat Bay is never without the company of lively fish swimming around the corals. There are also turtles; the lucky snorkeler may spot bamboo sharks and manta rays.
Gamat Bay is a plateau about 26 feet (8 metres) deep. The currents at Gamat Bay are powerful, so bring your own fins when snorkelling, and be sure not to stray too far from the beach for your safety.

Crystal Bay
Crystal Bay is one of the rare beaches on Nusa Penida that allows snorkellers of all abilities to enjoy a day exploring the waters. There are shallower waters for those less experienced at snorkelling, so everyone can swim around carefreely but still thrive with ocean life.

It is no spectacle that Crystal Bay is one of the most popular beaches. The coral reefs are gorgeous, and the water is crystal clear, as the beach’s name suggests. This beach is also an exceptionally dreamy snorkelling spot for all. Snorkellers can also hope to spot turtles and even the Mola Mola, one of the heaviest bony fish globally, growing to about 6 feet (1.8 metres) and 2204 pounds (1000 kilograms)!