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Curated Signature Itinerary • Outer Islands & Grand Circuits

3-Day Nusa Penida Pelagic Manta Ray & Ocean Drift Expedition

Oceanic manta cleaning stations, dramatic wall drifts, and secret coastal spring cascades

An exhilarating three-day marine safari dedicated to world-class pelagic encounters. Snorkel and dive alongside magnificent reef manta rays at Manta Point and Manta Bay, drift past vibrant coral gardens at Toyapakeh and Wall Bay, and journey inland to the cliffside freshwater springs of Guyangan Waterfall and Tembeling Forest pool.

Expedition Span 3 Days / 2 Nights
Regional Realm Outer Islands & Grand Circuits
Gateway Airport / Hub Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
Recommended Season Year-round (Manta encounters are consistent year-round; calmest seas May to October)
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Day-by-Day Itinerary & Daily Flow

Day 1

Manta Point Cleaning Station & Coastal Headlands

Sheltered coral reef sanctuary and swaying coconut palms at Crystal Bay
📍 Sheltered coral reef sanctuary and swaying coconut palms at Crystal Bay
🌅 Morning • Express Boat to Penida & Manta Point Snorkel

Depart Sanur at 07:30. Board a dedicated dive boat heading to Manta Point beneath soaring 200-meter cliffs where oceanic mantas circle submerged cleaning stations.

Insider Tip: Keep a minimum 3-meter distance from mantas and do not splash or chase them.
☀️ Afternoon • Manta Bay Shallow Drift & Crystal Bay Reef

Drift through Manta Bay’s sheltered rocky bight, then cruise to Crystal Bay to snorkel above rich table corals home to juvenile hawksbill turtles.

Field Protocol: Wear a rash guard or 3mm wetsuit as thermoclines can bring cooler ocean upwellings.
🌙 Evening • Sunset Cocktails at Amok Sunset Penida

Ascend to Amok Sunset restaurant perched on a western ridge. Sip lemongrass-infused cocktails by the cliffside pool overlooking the channel between Penida and Ceningan.

Evening Note: Reserve a treetop bamboo nest table for unimpeded sunset views.
🏨 Where to Stay for this Leg
Maua Nusa Penida Luxury Cliffside Eco Retreat
📍 Nusa Penida ★ Rating 9.2 / 10 Live Rates on Agoda
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🎯 Recommended Experience / Tour
⏱️ 5.5 Hours Direct Booking Available

Manta Point & 3-Spot Marine Drift Snorkeling Safari

Day 2

Guyangan Waterfall Cliff Stairs & Tembeling Forest

Scenic highlights of Guyangan Blue Staircase & Sacred Cliff Springs in Nusa Penida
📍 Scenic highlights of Guyangan Blue Staircase & Sacred Cliff Springs in Nusa Penida
🌅 Morning • Guyangan Blue Staircase & Sacred Cliff Springs

Tackle the sheer blue iron staircase bolted to the vertical southern cliff of Guyangan, descending 700 steps to natural freshwater springs cascading into the sea.

Insider Tip: Sarongs are required because the spring pool is an active Balinese purification site.
☀️ Afternoon • Tembeling Sacred Natural Forest & Hidden Ocean Basin

Ride a 4WD buggy through ancient coastal rainforest to reach the Tembeling freshwater emerald pools, followed by a walk through a stone sea cave to a pebble beach.

Field Protocol: The forest pools are separated into traditional male and female bathing areas; observe local signage.
🌙 Evening • Fresh Seafood Feast in Ped Village

Savor freshly caught red snapper and tiger prawns grilled over coconut husks with sambal matah at Penida Colada beachfront lounge.

Evening Note: Try the dragonfruit smoothies and craft coconut cocktails.
🏨 Where to Stay for this Leg
Adiwana Warnakali Resort Boutique Ocean Cliff Dive Sanctuary
📍 Nusa Penida ★ Rating 9.3 / 10 Live Rates on Agoda
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🎯 Recommended Experience / Tour
⏱️ 6.5 Hours Direct Booking Available

Guyangan Waterfall & Tembeling Forest Eco 4WD Safari

Day 3

Wall Bay & Toyapakeh Drift & Mainland Crossing

Scenic highlights of Wall Bay & Mangrove Point Deep Drift Snorkel in Nusa Penida / Sanur Mainland Transfer
📍 Scenic highlights of Wall Bay & Mangrove Point Deep Drift Snorkel in Nusa Penida / Sanur Mainland Transfer
🌅 Morning • Wall Bay & Mangrove Point Deep Drift Snorkel

Board an early boat to Wall Bay, where gentle oceanic currents carry you effortlessly along a vertical coral wall pulsating with anthias and moray eels.

Insider Tip: Let the current do the work; stay close to your dive guide’s surface marker buoy.
☀️ Afternoon • Toyapakeh Harbor Village Walk & Artisan Weaving

Stroll through Toyapakeh’s coastal lanes, visiting local craft shops offering handwoven Cepuk and Rangrang textiles indigenous to Nusa Penida.

Field Protocol: Authentic naturally dyed Cepuk textiles feature distinctive geometric diamond patterns.
🌙 Evening • Fast Boat Crossing to Sanur Harbor & DPS Departure Transfer

Take the 15:30 express speedboat back across the Badung Strait to Sanur port on mainland Bali, connecting to your private transfer to DPS Airport.

Evening Note: Ensure your flight departs at least 3.5 hours after your boat arrives in Sanur.
🏨 Where to Stay for this Leg
Pramana Natura Nusa Penida Oceanview Boutique Sanctuary
📍 Nusa Penida / Sanur Mainland Transfer ★ Rating 9.0 / 10 Live Rates on Agoda
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🎯 Recommended Experience / Tour
⏱️ 4.5 Hours Direct Booking Available

Wall Bay & Toyapakeh Guided Ocean Drift Adventure

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Expedition Readiness

Field Gear & Packing Essentials

Core expedition essentials verified for tropical island maritime transit, volcanic trails, and remote crossings.

  • ✓ Footwear: Broken-in trail runners or reef booties with vulcanized high-traction grip.
  • ✓ Waterproof Pack: 20L submersible dry bag for open-sea tender and zodiac boat transfers.
  • ✓ Health & Sun: Reef-safe mineral sunscreen, tropical DEET insect repellent, and electrolytes.
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