What are The Special Features of Nusa Penida Island?

Nusa Penida

What are the special features of Nusa Penida island? Are you currently planning a vacation to Bali? However, when you are vacationing in Bali, you want to visit unique tourist destinations in Bali. So, I recommend the Nusa Penida Tour because it has unique and very charming tourist attractions. There are many exciting holiday activities that you can do on the island of Nusa Penida. Specifically on this page, I will write an article about a holiday guide to Nusa Penida, Bali.

On this page, you can find information about the Nusa Penida Bali Holiday Guide such as:

General information about Nusa Penida.
Natural conditions and tourism development.
Tourist attractions.
How to get to Nusa Penida tourist attractions from Bali.
Things to bring when on vacation to Nusa Penida.
Holiday transportation on Nusa Penida.

General Information About Nusa Penida

Where is the location of Nusa Penida Island? Nusa Penida is a small island southeast of Bali, separated by the Padang Strait. There are two other small islands near this island, namely Lembongan Island and Nusa Seningan Island. The three small islands in the southeastern part of Bali have their own characteristics and attractions, and each has its own advantages. The three islands are part of the administrative region of Klungkung Regency, Bali Province.

The word "Nusa Penida" comes from the Balinese language, where "Nusa" means island, and "Penida" comes from two words, "Ped" meaning death and "Ida" meaning strength. So Nusa Penida can mean an island with deadly power.

Nusa Penida is the largest of the three islands and is generally known locally as Nusa Gede, which means big island. Nusa Ceningan is the smallest island of the three. Especially for tourists, Nusa Lembongan is the most famous island for Australian tourists.

The Natural Conditions and Tourism Development in Nusa Penida

The natural conditions of Nusagard Island include hills and mountains surrounded by the ocean. The island has a very dry area with high limestone content in the soil. Therefore, most of the local people choose to make a living as farmers, fishermen, and seaweed traders.

Since early 2014, the tourism industry in Nusa Penida has developed rapidly, attracting many tourists to vacation there. The rapid development of tourism has changed the livelihoods of many local residents of Nusa Penida. Some work in accommodations, transportation, and restaurants.

Tourism in this area is still very slow, with most tourists coming to Nusa Penida for photo purposes and to engage in Bali's water sports, snorkeling, and scuba diving activities.

Tourism on the neighboring island of Nusa Lembongan is even more rapidly developing. Most tourists who like to vacation in Lembongan are those who enjoy Bali's beach tourism activities.

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Tourist Attractions in Nusa Penida, Bali

Currently, if you are on vacation in Nusa Penida, you will not find beach clubs like the tourist area of Seminyak in Bali. However, Nusa Penida is still worth visiting because of its unique natural beauty. In Nusa Penida, you will find many unique natural beauties that are great as a photo background.

The tourist attractions of Nusa Penida are based on three things, namely:

White sandy beaches.
Beautiful views from high cliffs.
The beauty of the underwater scenery.

White Sand Beaches in Nusa Penida

The island is also famous for its exotic and unique tourist attractions, especially its white sand beaches such as Atuh Beach and Broken Beach. The view of white sand beaches on Nusa Penida Island is very beautiful. In the past, white sand tourist attractions in Nusa Penida were rarely visited by tourists. Because in the past, there were not enough roads to reach White Sand Beach in Nusa Penida.

However, now the road infrastructure on Nusa Penida is slowly developing rapidly. With road infrastructure leading to tourist attractions in Nusa Penida, tourists are interested in vacationing on Nusa Penida Island. If you want to know the list of white sand beaches on Nusa Penida Island that offer natural beauty and are still quiet, click the link below!

Beautiful Scenery from High Cliffs

Photo by Candace Smith Most of Nusa Penida's land is located on high cliffs, and the cliff scenery in the southern part of the island faces the Indian Ocean. In this way, the view of the sea from the cliffs is very beautiful, especially in the afternoon. Popular spots with beautiful views of the Indian Ocean from high cliffs are places like Kelingking Beach Nusa Penida, Banah Cliff, and Saren Cliff.

The Beauty of Underwater Scenery

The tourism activities in Nusagard are focused on marine tourism, and everyone is more familiar with the name Bali Water Sports. The most popular marine tourism activities in Nusa Penida are scuba diving and snorkeling.

Because Nusagard Island is surrounded by the sea, the island has a very wide area for diving tourism activities. In addition, the marine biota is still natural and well-preserved, such as coral reefs and rare fish such as Mola-Mola.

Snorkeling and Scuba Diving Spots in Nusa Penida

The best spots for those who love scuba diving and snorkeling on Nusa Penida Island are:

Malibu Point.
Penida Bay.
Mering Stone.
Toya Parker.
Manta Point.
Abasstone.
Lumbung Stone.

Guide to Getting to Nusa Penida Tourist Destinations from Bali

Nusa Penida and Bali are separated by the sea. Therefore, there are two ways to go from Bali to Nusa Penida, by helicopter through the air or by sea with a speedboat.

If you are traveling to Nusa Penida from Bali, the best and cheapest way to get to Nusa Penida is by sea. There are several places in Bali that have departure routes from Bali to Nusa Penida using a boat/speedboat. Here is a list of speedboat locations from Bali to Nusa Penida:

1. Sanur Beach Port Bali to Nusa Penida

With Idola Express - How to Get From Sanur to Nusa Penida The most popular place to take a speedboat from Bali to Penida is the Sanur Beach port. Because there are many options for speedboats at Sanur Beach port, ranging from cheap to expensive. At Sanur Beach Port, there is an option to use a speedboat or a traditional boat/sampan.

In addition, the location of Sanur Beach is very strategic because it is in the southern Bali tourist area. So, if you live in the Seminyak tourist area in Bali, the distance to Sanur Beach is only 16 km and the estimated travel time is 50 minutes.

Speedboat Operators at Sanur Beach

There are many speedboat operators that offer sea crossing services from Bali to Nusa Penida, such as Maruti Express, Idola Express Sanur, Fast Boat Mola-Mola Express, Angel's Billabong Fast Cruise, and Tamarind Express Fast Boat.

So, which speedboat operator is the best for traveling to Nusa Penida? In my personal opinion, the service provided by all speedboat operators in Sanur is almost the same, but pay attention to the departure time of the speedboat which will be adjusted to your schedule.

2. Serangan Bali Harbor to Nusa Penida

The Gili Getaway fast boat is also one of the ferry terminals in the southern Bali tourism area, namely Serangan Harbor. Serangan Harbor is located near Benoa Harbor. Several speedboat operators at Serangan Harbor offer transit services to Nusa Penida, such as Gili Getaway. However, most speedboat operators at Serangan Harbor offer speedboat services from Bali to Bali.

Gili Trawangan and Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara

The distance from Kuta tourist area in Bali to Serangan Harbor is closer than Sanur Beach. From the Kuta beach area in Bali to Serangan Harbor, it takes a distance of 14 kilometers with a travel time of 30 minutes.

The border crossing at Serangan Harbor is more attractive for those who prioritize comfort and affordable second-speed ferry ticket prices. Because Serangan Harbor uses a special Fast Boat harbor design, it has many harbor facilities. Passengers do not need to get their feet wet when boarding a speedboat, there is a restaurant, and there is a very comfortable waiting room for passengers.

3. Padang Bai Harbor, Karangasem

Padang Bai Karangasem, if you want to vacation in Gili Trawangan, is famous for its cheap speed boat rates. Padang Bai Harbor also provides transit services to Nusa Penida Island using a large ferry (Nusa Jaya Abadi Roro ship) that can carry your vehicle. The sailing time is 1 hour and the ship will dock at the main port of Penida.

Most tourists who depart from Padang Bai harbor to Nusa Penida stop in the eastern Bali tourist areas such as Amed, Tulamben, Candidasa. If local residents drive across the border, they also choose to depart from Padang Bai Harbor in Karangasem.

4. Tribuana Port Kusamba Beach Klungkung

Nusa Penida is an administrative area of Klungkung regency, and the local people in Klungkung choose to take a speedboat at Tribuana port in Kusamba Beach Klungkung when crossing to Nusa Penida. This is because the location of the Tribuana Kusamba port is closer to their homes and the speedboat tickets are cheaper at the Tribuana Kusamba port.

In addition to local residents of Klungkung, tourists who stay in the Ubud tourist area also choose to cross from Tribuana Kusamba Beach.

Speedboat Operators at Tribuana Kusamba Port

There are 3 speedboat operators that offer sailings to Nusa Penida from the Kusamba port, such as Fast Boat Sekar Jaya, Gangga Express, and Bukit Sebrang. The travel time from Kusamba Beach to Nusa Penida is 1 hour, and the speedboat will stop at Toya Pakeh or Sampalan port.

The speedboat ticket for Indonesian citizens at Kusamba port is priced at Rp50,000 per person for one-way transit. Meanwhile, for foreign tourists, the speedboat fare to Kusamba Beach is Rp100,000 per person for one-way transit.

Must-Haves - Nusa Penida Holiday Guide

Umbrella/hat and sunglasses. The weather in Nusa Penida is hotter than Bali. So, don't forget to bring a hat, sunglasses, and an umbrella. The best is to use sunscreen to avoid getting sunburnt.
Cash. ATM facilities and places that accept credit card payments are still limited in Nusa Penida. Therefore, it is better to bring cash while vacationing in Nusa Penida, Bali.
Swimsuit and goggles. Nusa Penida is famous for its beautiful beaches, and if you want to swim, it's best to bring a swimsuit and swimming goggles. Snorkeling equipment doesn't need to be brought because there are many places to rent snorkeling equipment in Nusa Penida.
Use hiking sandals. Most of the roads in Nusa Penida tourist attractions are still rocky, so wearing hiking sandals is the best choice for footwear. When you are on the beach using hiking sandals, you will not be afraid of getting your shoes wet or getting sand on them.
A smartphone with enough data allocation. During your vacation in Nusa Penida, you will rely heavily on Google Maps, so make sure your data quota is sufficient. In some areas of Nusa Penida, internet connections will be slow or you will not receive a signal. We suggest that you save the Google Nusa Penida map offline on your phone.

Tourist Transportation - Nusa Penida Vacation Guide

Public transportation is not yet available in Nusa Penida, so private vehicles are the choice. Cars, motorbikes or cars. The island is relatively large and takes about 1 hour to ride a motorcycle from the eastern end to the western end of the island.

1. Motorcycle Rental

Getting a motorcycle rental service in Nusa Penida is very easy as you will find many providers upon arriving at the Nusa Penida harbor. Motorcycle rental in Nusa Penida is currently priced at Rp 75,000/24 hours (excluding fuel). My advice is for you to immediately refuel your motorcycle at the harbor. As petrol stations in Nusa Penida are still very limited.

Before you decide to take a motorcycle tour in Nusa Penida, it's a good idea to check the road conditions in Nusa Penida at this time. Currently, the roads leading to some tourist attractions are not as good as those in Bali. So you must have motorcycle riding skills to pass through steep and damaged roads. If you feel uncomfortable riding a motorcycle, it's better to choose a car rental service with a driver.

2. Car Rental with Driver + Fuel

Another transportation option for your vacation in Nusa Penida is to use a car rental service with a driver, including fuel. Renting a Toyota Avanza in Nusa Penida with a driver + fuel costs Rp 550,000. Just like riding a motorcycle, your trip will still be uncomfortable due to the poor road conditions in some places. But at least the driver you use knows a lot about the road conditions on Nusa Penida Island.

Frequently Asked Questions - Nusa Penida Travel Guide

Is there any online taxi service or Grab-like service in Nusa Penida? Online taxi services like Grab are not available in Nusa Penida. The previous paragraph listed the available transportation modes in Nusa Penida.

Is there a hospital in Nusa Penida? There is currently a General Hospital on Nusa Penida Island. The hospital's name is RS PRATAMA NUSA PENIDA. The PRATAMA NUSA PENIDA HOSPITAL is located on Jalan Pendidikan, Toya Pakeh, Sakti, Nusa Penida. In this primary hospital, doctors and nurses provide emergency services 24 hours a day. PRATAMA NUSA PENIDA HOSPITAL can provide light care as well as minor surgical procedures. However, if serious treatment is needed, patients will be sent to the Sanglah Central Hospital in Bali.

Summary of Nusa Penida Travel Guide

Compared to Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Ceningan, Nusa Penida is a larger island. Therefore, one day is not enough to explore many areas of Nusa Penida. A minimum of 3 days is recommended for a vacation in Nusa Penida, and those who want to explore the island should be prepared. The roads in Nusa Penida are not as good as those in Bali. So be prepared to pass through some steep and rough roads. For those who are not used to riding a motorcycle on rough roads, crossing the roads in Nusa Penida can be a challenge.

That's the Nusa Penida Travel Guide. If you have any questions about your vacation to Nusa Penida Island, please write them in the comments box below.

To avoid making this page too long, I will write about travel itinerary guides, tourist attractions in Nusa Penida, vacation activities in Nusa Penida, etc. on another page.