



Bali: Nusa Lembongan Sailing Cruise
Operating Hours:Monday - Sunday: 08:00 - 17:00 (typical cruise departure and return window)
The Vibe:Turquoise water, white sails, island time ⛵
A short sail south-east of mainland Bali, Nusa Lembongan sits inside a protected strait with some of the clearest water in the archipelago. Day cruises combine the crossing itself with snorkelling, beach time, and a village lunch.
Canvas sails snap overhead as the catamaran cuts through sapphire swells. Below deck, tropical fish dart past the glass-bottom hull while warm salt spray dusts the sun deck.
- • Nusa Lembongan is regularly listed among Bali's top day-trip destinations by travel publications
- • Visitors praise the crystal-clear snorkelling visibility and relaxed island pace
- • Sailing cruises rated highly for combining multiple activities into a single day
Persona Fit
- 👨👩👧 Families: Glass-bottom boat, banana-boat rides, and calm beach waters suit all ages.
- 💕 Couples: Sailing across open water to a quiet island makes for an effortlessly romantic day.
- 🤝 Friends: Snorkelling, kayaking, and village walks keep group energy high.
- 📸 Photographers: The turquoise shallows around Lembongan offer underwater and above-water colour unlike mainland Bali.
Highlights
- Catamaran sailing — the crossing itself is a highlight, with panoramic views of Mount Agung on a clear day
- Snorkelling at Lembongan reef — warm, sheltered waters with healthy coral and abundant tropical fish
- Banana-boat rides and kayaking — included water activities off the island's beach club pontoon
- Village tour — a brief guided walk through Lembongan's mangroves and traditional seaweed farms — Hidden Gem
- Beach club lunch — buffet served on the island with fresh seafood and local dishes
1 Curated Booking Option
Starts From
(Per Person)
Aura Salsa Dila
Our Bali Local Expert
Table of Contents
- Departure point is Benoa Harbour (Tanjung Benoa), approximately 25 minutes from Kuta or Seminyak by car.
- Check-in typically opens 45–60 minutes before sailing. Arrive early to secure preferred seating on the upper deck.
- Free parking is usually available at the harbour. Ride-hail drop-off is straightforward at the cruise terminal entrance.
Food & Coffee Shops
Onboard morning tea: coffee, tea, and light pastries served during the outbound crossing.
Beach club buffet lunch: grilled fish, rice dishes, salads, tropical fruit, and soft drinks.
Afternoon snacks and drinks served on the return sail.
Onboard morning tea: coffee, tea, and light pastries served during the outbound crossing.
Beach club buffet lunch: grilled fish, rice dishes, salads, tropical fruit, and soft drinks.
Afternoon snacks and drinks served on the return sail.
Insider Tips
Best Time: Dry season (April–October) offers the calmest seas and clearest snorkelling visibility.
Hack: Head to the upper deck immediately after boarding for the best vantage of Mount Agung during the crossing.
Hidden Gem: Ask the crew about the mangrove boardwalk — it's included but rarely announced loudly; a quiet, scenic detour.
Apply sunscreen liberally before departure — the open-water reflection intensifies UV exposure.
Best Time: Dry season (April–October) offers the calmest seas and clearest snorkelling visibility.
Hack: Head to the upper deck immediately after boarding for the best vantage of Mount Agung during the crossing.
Hidden Gem: Ask the crew about the mangrove boardwalk — it's included but rarely announced loudly; a quiet, scenic detour.
Apply sunscreen liberally before departure — the open-water reflection intensifies UV exposure.
Photography Tips
Bring a waterproof camera or housing — snorkelling conditions are excellent for underwater shots.
The outbound crossing offers the best light on Mount Agung (morning sun behind you).
Shoot from the catamaran's net trampolines for dramatic low-angle water-and-sky compositions.
Drone regulations apply over Nusa Lembongan — check local rules before flying.
Bring a waterproof camera or housing — snorkelling conditions are excellent for underwater shots.
The outbound crossing offers the best light on Mount Agung (morning sun behind you).
Shoot from the catamaran's net trampolines for dramatic low-angle water-and-sky compositions.
Drone regulations apply over Nusa Lembongan — check local rules before flying.
Things To Do Nearby
Devil's Tear — dramatic cliff-side blowhole on Lembongan's south-west coast with crashing wave spray.
Dream Beach — a small, photogenic cove with white sand and turquoise water, a short ride from the pontoon.
Nusa Ceningan — connected to Lembongan by a yellow bridge; cliff jumps and quieter beaches await.
Devil's Tear — dramatic cliff-side blowhole on Lembongan's south-west coast with crashing wave spray.
Dream Beach — a small, photogenic cove with white sand and turquoise water, a short ride from the pontoon.
Nusa Ceningan — connected to Lembongan by a yellow bridge; cliff jumps and quieter beaches await.



