Have you ever heard of Nusa Penida, but not really sure about what it is? Don’t worry! You are now in a good position to get to know more about Nusa Penida in detail. 

In general, Nusa Penida is one of some islands that are still part of the Bali region. It is located in the southeast area with Badung Strait lying between those two islands as a natural divider. Among domestic and foreign tourists, this island is most well-known for the giant cliff, some beautiful beaches, and a lot of photo spots that can make your Instagram post look even better! 

Then, how to get to Nusa Penida from Bali? Let’s get to know more! 

1. Choose Departure Harbor from Bali

To get to Nusa Penida from Bali is actually easy. First, you have to know about some harbors in Bali, so you can estimate how long it takes from your position towards your preferred harbor to avoid any lateness for getting on the fast boat.

Sanur Harbor in Bali

In Bali, Sanur harbor is located in Matahari Terbit Beach. The harbor is really famous to domestic and foreign tourists. This harbor is usually visited by those who are staying in Sanur, Denpasar, Kuta, Seminyak, Legian, Jimbaran, and Kerobokan.

The departure time to Nusa Penida is around 45 minutes for one way. If you want to depart from Sanur, the price estimation for one person and one way trip is IDR 90.000 - 200.000. So, it is really suitable for you who want to go around without using a lot of money, right?

Serangan Harbor in Bali

It is not only Sanur harbor, but Serangan harbor in Bali also can be another alternative for tourists to go for a trip. The location is practically closer to some areas such as Serangan, Sanur, Kuta, Seminyak, Legian, Jimbaran, and Nusa Dua. If you want to try another harbor besides Sanur that is close to South Denpasar, you can give this one a chance!

The departure time to Nusa Penida is a bit longer than Sanur harbor. From Serangan harbor, you need 60 minutes to arrive in Nusa Penida with the price estimation of IDR 150.000 - 450.000 per one person and one way trip. If you want to ride a bigger and stable boat with great facilities, you can choose this one! 

Padang Bai Harbor in Bali

Now, if you are staying in the East Bali and Ubud area, you can take Padang Bai harbor for a shortcut to Nusa Penida. Only 30 minutes from Padang Bai and Candidasa to reach the harbor.

The departure time to Nusa Penida is almost the same as the departure time from Sanur harbor. The price estimation is around IDR 200.000 - 300.000 for one person and one way trip.

Kusamba Harbor in Bali

The last harbor in Bali that is more famous for the locals is obviously Kusamba harbor. This harbor is close to those who are staying in Klungkung, Semarapura, and Sidemen. Usually, many locals will take the departure to Nusa Penida from this harbor, because the distance is not that far. Only 20 - 30 minutes until you arrive in Nusa Penida. The price estimation is also cheaper, from around IDR 60.000 - 200.000 for one person and one way trip.

2. Check the Fast Boat Departure Time

After deciding which harbor in Bali you will choose for your departure to Nusa Penida, you need to know about the fast boat departure time from each harbor as well. In general, every harbor has a different schedule and fast boats.

For more specific information, you can take a look at Ticketboat.id to understand about the schedule in each different harbor. Also, visit Badan Meteorologi Klimatologi dan Geofisika (Indonesia’s official weather forecasts site) to check the weather and wave conditions during your departure day. 

Not only fast boat schedules, weather is also important to decide which fast boat has permission to sail. If it is raining heavily and ocean grows restless, some fast boats with small size are not allowed to go off the port. Hence, your departure will be postponed and rescheduled to another day. Hope everything goes well later during your trip to the other hidden gem of Bali!

3. Ensure the Suitable Arrival Harbor in Nusa Penida

Finally, it is important to know that Bali is not the only place with several harbors offering routes to nearby islands. In Nusa Penida, you need to pick your preferred harbor as well. Usually, one fast boat only departs from one selected harbor. 

Banjar Nyuh Harbor in Nusa Penida

Similarly to Sanur harbor in Bali, Banjar Nyuh harbor in Nusa Penida is also famous for being chosen by many tourists. It is because there are many fast boats with many departure and arrival schedules from the Banjar Nyuh harbor. Some fast boats that depart and arrive in Banjar Nyuh are Semabu Hills, Angel Billabong, El Rey Fast Cruise, Arjuna Fast Cruise, Maruti Express, and many more! For your information, the boat specifications are most likely the same. So, you only need to make sure that the departure or arrival time to Nusa Penida is suitable enough for you.

Sampalan Harbor in Nusa Penida

If Kusamba harbor is well-known to the locals in Bali, in Nusa Penida, there is Sampalan harbor. However, in Sampalan, the fast boat choices are limited. Some fast boats that depart and arrive in Sampalan are Gangga Express and The Angkal Fast Cruise. Every hour, there is a boat departing from this harbor just like in Banjar Nyuh. Morning until evening trips are available. 

Buyuk Harbor in Nusa Penida

This one harbor is suitable for you if you do not want to see a lot of fast boats within one option at once. From Buyuk harbor in Nusa Penida, you will only see the Wijaya Buyuk Fast Boat. However, the departure and arrival time is not that flexible like in Banjar Nyuh and Sampalan, because only early morning and late evening trips are available. Additionally, this fast boat is already equipped with an AC and toilet.

So, what do you think? Have you learned enough about how to get to Nusa Penida from Bali? If you are still confused and need some help with your trip to Nusa Penida, kindly reach out to Ticketboat.id! We will be glad to help you out with the trips to the island with its beautiful cliff. See you on your first trip!

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FAQ about Nusa Penida

• Can I go to Nusa Penida without a tour?

Yes! You can go to Nusa Penida without a tour. Kindly reserve your fast boat ticket to Nusa Penida in Ticketboat.id and you can travel there directly without any worries. 

• Is there any Grab in Nusa Penida?

Unfortunately, in Nusa Penida, there is no online transportation. For traveling around or just simply dropping you off at your hotel, you need to rent a car or motorcycle. If you want to rent a car or motorcycle without any hassle in Nusa Penida, Ticketboat.id is ready to help you out for your trips! 

• Is there any retribution fee in Nusa Penida?

Yes. Besides buying the fast boat ticket, you need to pay for the retribution fee as well. The retribution fee is IDR 25.000 for one adult and IDR 15.000 for one child

• How to get around Nusa Penida?

To go around Nusa Penida is really easy! Contact Ticketboat.id and we will arrange your trip from the departure to your arrival. Really easy, right?