Destination
Bali + Nearby Islands
Bali is best paired with the islands at its doorstep. These itineraries combine the mainland with Nusa Penida, Lembongan and the Gilis, with the ferries, transfers and dive spots already mapped out for you.
- Nusa Penida
- Nusa Lembongan
- Gili Islands
- Manta dives
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Bali & Islands travel guides
Activity guideNusa Penida Snorkelling GuideSnorkel with manta rays year-round, plus Crystal Bay and Gamat Bay. The best Nusa Penida snorkelling spots, when to go, and what to expect.
ComparisonNusa Penida vs Nusa LembonganPenida is bigger, wilder, and more dramatic; Lembongan is smaller, easier, and more relaxed. How to choose between Nusa Penida and Nusa Lembongan.
ItineraryNusa Penida Itinerary: 2 or 3 DaysA day-by-day Nusa Penida itinerary covering both coasts, snorkelling with mantas, and a Lembongan add-on. How to plan 2 or 3 perfect days.
Things to doThings to Do in Nusa PenidaKelingking Beach, Angel's Billabong, Broken Beach, Crystal Bay, and manta snorkelling. The best things to do in Nusa Penida, plus how to get around.
6 itineraries in Bali & Islands
One week (6-8 days) · Bali + Nearby Islands
7 Days in Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Ceningan with Kids
Sanur → Nusa Lembongan → Nusa Ceningan → Sanur
A relaxed 7-day Nusa Lembongan and Ceningan itinerary for families: one calm island base, gentle snorkeling, mangroves, and honest advice on Penida.
Short escape (3-5 days) · Bali + Nearby Islands
5 Days in Nusa Penida and Nusa Lembongan
Sanur → Nusa Penida → Nusa Lembongan
A practical 5-day Nusa Penida and Nusa Lembongan itinerary: west coast viewpoints, manta snorkeling and a slow Lembongan finish, with honest boat advice.
Two weeks (12-16 days) · Bali
15 Days in Indonesia for Honeymooners: Bali, Komodo and Sumba
Ubud → Sanur → Labuan Bajo → Sumba → Uluwatu
A 15-day Indonesia honeymoon: Ubud, Nusa Penida, Labuan Bajo, Komodo, Sumba and Uluwatu, with day-by-day logic, flights and what to book early.
One week (6-8 days) · Bali
7 Days in Bali for Couples: Ubud, Nusa Penida and Uluwatu
Ubud → Sanur → Nusa Penida → Uluwatu
A practical 7-day Bali couples itinerary: Ubud, Sanur, Nusa Penida and Uluwatu, with booking logic, transfer timing and honest trade-offs.
One week (6-8 days) · Bali
7 Days in Bali for First-Timers: Ubud, Canggu, Nusa Penida and Uluwatu
Ubud → Canggu → Nusa Penida → Uluwatu
A 7-day Bali itinerary for first-timers: Ubud, Canggu, Nusa Penida and Uluwatu, built around three bases and one-direction travel.
10 days (9-11 days) · Bali + Nearby Islands
10 Days in Bali and the Gili Islands: Ubud, Canggu, Gili Trawangan and Uluwatu
Ubud → Canggu → Gili Trawangan → Uluwatu
A decision-led 10-day Bali and Gili Islands itinerary: Ubud, Canggu, Gili Trawangan, Uluwatu. What to book, what to cut, what can go wrong.
Getting around
How to get to and around Bali & Islands
Routes, journey times and working price estimates for the transfers these trips need.
Before you go
Plan the practical side
Entry rules and a realistic budget before you book.