Are you travelling through Bali then we definitely recommend visiting Nusa Lembongan. This island is located just south of Bali and offers beautiful white beaches, cliffs and excellent snorkelling. Nusa Lembongan is often combined with the neighbouring island of Nusa Ceningan, which is connected by a bridge. This makes it easy to travel from one island to the other by scooter. It is an ideal place to end your holiday or plan a few quiet days!
Everything about Nusa Lembongan or Nusa Ceningan
Debit cards on Nusa Lembongan or Nusa Ceningan
When travelling to an island, it is advisable to bring sufficient cash and your credit card (VISA or MASTERCARD). Withdrawing money can sometimes be difficult here.
Transport to and on Nusa Lembongan or Nusa Ceningan
From Sanur to Nusa Lembongan, it takes about 25 minutes by boat. From Ubud to Nusa Lembongan, it takes about 2 hours + 25 minutes by boat. When you arrive on Nusa Lembongan, a driver can take you to your hotel or hostel. You can, of course, arrange this in advance with your hotel/hostel. Keep in mind that your travel time may be longer. In Bali, they do not adhere to strict departure times or sailing schedules, but they do sail daily.
Tip: Always agree on a price in advance, so you never pay too much.
Tip: Have you not arranged a pick-up? Then you can easily arrange a taxi upon arrival or rent a scooter straight away. If you are driving yourself, we recommend using the following route app: Maps.me.
If you are on Nusa Lembongan, we recommend renting a scooter. The distances are too long to cover on foot.
- Scooter costs: From €5 per day
- Where to hire: Easy to hire from a hire company on the roadside or at the hotel/hostel where you are staying.
Tip: Bring an international driving licence with you. This can easily be requested from a ANWB shop near you.
What is there to do on Nusa Lembongan or Nusa Ceningan?
The two islands are easy to combine. The islands are small and the highlights are relatively close together. With a scooter, you can drive around both islands and be back within an hour. To see all the sights at a leisurely pace, we recommend staying for 2 to 3 days.
Beaches: Do you love white beaches, blue seas and palm trees? Then you've come to the right place! Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Ceningan have several beautiful beaches that are definitely worth a visit. See the map below for all the beaches!
- Secret Beach
- Sandy Bay
- Jungut Batu Beach
- Dream beach
- Mushroom Beach
Yellow Bridge or The Bridge of Love: This iconic bridge connects the two islands. It was built for pedestrians and scooters and is therefore very narrow. In 2016, the bridge collapsed, which had many unfortunate consequences. The bridge was rebuilt in 2017 and named ‘The Bridge of Love’.
Devil's tear: This place is as cool as it sounds. It is a rocky indentation in the coastline where huge waves crash against the rocks. This causes the water to spray metres into the air, creating the ‘devil's tears’. Many tourists want to visit this fantastic place. We therefore recommend that you visit early in the morning or at sunset.
Mangrove forest: You can head towards Devil's Tear via the mangrove forest. We haven't booked a trip ourselves, but we're very curious to hear about your experiences!
Many attractions are close together and therefore easy to combine!
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