Trip Snapshot

Duration 1 day

2-3 spots

Max 4 Guests Per Guide

Experience Snorkeling Bali

Explore the best snorkeling Bali. Swim with the Manta Rays, Turtles, and see amazing coral reefs with diverse tropical marine life.

Small groups, 4 on 1 ratio
Popular activity in Bali
Flexible cancellation

Either you choose to visit Nusa Penida for the best snorkeling Bali has to offer or you choose to take the long travel to Tulamben, fun and seeing new unique marine life is guaranteed. Our snorkeling trips are all-inclusive and our team will take care of all logistics, starting from hotel transfers to snorkeling gear, snorkeling guide, lunch and towels. All you have to do is to bring the positive energy for the fish.

From
/ Person

Destination

Nusa Penida

Date

Jan 02, 2026

Guests

1 Guest

Best Snorkeling Spots in Bali

Itinerary

Snorkeling Bali is simply spectacular. We visit all of the best place for snorkeling in Bali on a daily basis with open availability even for last minute bookings. Snorkelers can endulge in seeing excellent hard and soft corals with diverse tropical marine life in Padang Bai, Tulamben and Amed. But swimming with the majestic Manta Rays in Nusa Penida is by far the highlight of Bali snorkeling.

When is the best time to go snorkeling Bali?

Regardless of season, the snorkeling Bali is good all year around and it's one of the most popular excursions for single travelers, couples, families or groups. All of the Bali dive sites are perfectly suitable for snorkeling as well. This makes for a good option in case your group is mixed with divers and snorkelers.

How is the schedule of the snorkeling tours in Bali?

The day begins at approximately 7AM with the hotel transfer. At the dive center you will meet the team, check the snorkeling gear and after the trip briefing we will head out to the chosen snorkeling spot in Bali.

Where is the best snorkeling Bali?

Choosing the best place for snorkeling in Bali is important as the island provides great diversity. Bali's most popular snorkeling spots are Tulamben, Padang Bai, and Amed but by far the highlight is Nusa Penida because of the Manta Rays and the best coral reefs. For and easy day of Bali snorkeling we recommend to choose Padang Bai. Padang Bai is just 1 hour away by car from our dive center in Sanur but packed with marine life and beautiful healthy coral reefs. In Padang Bai we can find Blue Lagoon, one of the best beach for snorkeling in Bali.

Important Information

What's included

All taxes, fees and handling charges
Snorkeling guide (4 on 1 ratio)
Boat rental (if applied)
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected areas)
Full set snorkeling equipment
Towels
Lunch
Snacks
Bottled water

Exclusions

Conservation Fee: 100,000 IDR / person (Nusa Penida only)
Additional equipment such as but not limited to: GoPro rental, additional activities
Private Snorkeling Guide

Duration

6 hours.
Estimated hotel transfer at 7AM. Estimated return 3-4PM

Departure details

Traveler pickup is offered.
Free hotel transfers in selected areas: Sanur, Kuta, Legian, Seminyak and Nusa Dua. Meeting point: Neptune Scuba Diving, Jl. Suka Merta, Sanur Kauh, Denpasar Selatan, Kota Denpasar, Bali 80228

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Is hotel transfer included in the price?

Yes, we offer free hotel transfer in Sanur, Kuta, Seminyak and Nusa Dua areas. For Canggu, Ubud, Jimbaran and Uluwatu we can pre-order Grab Taxi as the most affordable transportation option.

What time do we start and what time do we finish?

The day typically starts in the morning with the hotel transfer at approximately 7AM. Depending on the trip, return time is generally scheduled for approximately 3-4PM back at the dive center.

I am not a good swimmer, can I still snorkel?

Yes you can. For all our snorkeling trips we provide 3mm long wetsuits which provide additional buoyancy as well as life vests if requested. For added safety and comfort all our trips are guided by professional PADI Divemasters or Instructors who also carry special floating devices in the water.

Can children join the snorkeling trip?

Yes, children as young as 5 years old can safely join snorkeling trips if the weather allows it. When snorkeling trips are joined by children younger than 14 years old, we provide private snorkeling guides.

How large are the groups?

In the car there may be anywhere between 6 and 12 people including dive / snorkeling guides. In the water we separate in maximum 4 snorkelers for 1 snorkeling guide groups.

Snorkeling in Bali Packages

Nusa Penida Snorkeling & Kelingking Beach

Combine your snorkeling trip with the Nusa Penida land tour to visit the famous Kelingking Beach. A full day trip only available for 2 snorkeling spots and private boat charter.

Tulamben Snorkeling & Gates of Heaven Tour