About this tour
Chase dramatic coastal views and hidden temples on a 10-hour loop from Sanur to Nusa Penida by fast boat. Your day unfolds across limestone cliffs framing turquoise bays, secluded sand strips, and the subterranean Goa Giri Putri temple carved into the island's spine. A minivan and local guide stitch together village lanes, clifftop photo spots, and lunch before the return crossing. Small groups mean you're not shuffled through like school kids.
Highlights
- Rapid ferry crossing to untouched Nusa Penida from Sanur
- Thousand Islands rock formation: jagged spires rising from clear water
- Diamond Beach and Atuh Beach: turquoise shallows, white sand
- Goa Giri Putri: cave sanctuary descended via steep temple steps
- Teletubbies Hill's rolling green peaks and village glimpses
- Local lunch included; air-conditioned minivan transport throughout
- Personalised pace with small-group structure
What to expect
Board the boat at dawn from Sanur; the crossing takes roughly 30 minutes and can be choppy depending on swell. Once ashore, you'll pile into a minivan for loops around the island's lumpier roads. Stops alternate between beaches (great for wading and photos), the temple cave (bring a torch, wear sturdy shoes—steps are uneven), and lookout points where the landscape drops away to reveal stacked rock islands offshore. Lunch is a straightforward set menu at a modest warung. Expect heat, crowds at scenic spots during peak hours, and plenty of boat time. The return crossing mirrors the morning's pace.
Good to know
Bring cash for the 25,000 Rp harbour tax (paid on arrival). Water shoes help with temple descent and beach rocks. Sunscreen and a hat are essential; shade is sparse at viewpoints. Not suitable for spinal issues, pregnancy, or poor heart health. Minimum age five years; under-12s need two paying adults.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.