Indonesia is known as the world largest archipelago. There are so many islands spread across the country. The charm of the seas, beaches, and islands have attracted many tourists to choose Indonesia as one their travel destination. Among thousands of islands in Indonesia, Bali has become the most popular place for tourists.
Speaking of Bali, travelers must know that there is a well-known island consist of several islands called the Nusa Islands. You only need 30 minutes to reach the Nusa Islands by boat from Sanur, a beach-side town in Bali. The vibe on these islands is very different from other Bali’s travel destination. It is far from the town and perfect for you who would like to enjoy the nature.
Traveling to the Nusa Islands might sound interesting to you. Now, let’s start to learn more about the islands before you start your island tour.
Nusa Lembongan
People usually start their Nusa Islands tour by visiting Nusa Lembongan. The island have a big, strong wave all year round, makes it popular among surfer from around the world. To get to the island, you only need to travel by boat that available every day for almost every hour. The price of the boat depends on what kind of boat you choose.
There are so many options to stay on Nusa Lembongan. You can choose between a luxury hotel or a budget-friendly guesthouse. All of those hotels have an epic vibe and beautiful scenery.
Other than surfing, Nusa Lembongan is also known for its cliff that often used as a cliff jump attraction by tourists. Those cliffs are located on Devil’s Tears Beach and Dream Beach. The water around those cliffs is pretty deep, that's why many overseas tourists like to try an adventurous experience such as jumping from there. But, if you are not familiar with cliff jumping than it will be best to be careful, especially when the wave is smashing.
Nusa Ceningan
After visiting beaches on Nusa Lembongan, it’s time to move on to Nusa Ceningan. Nusa Ceningan is the smallest among the other Nusa Islands. It doesn’t have many tourist attraction, but the serenity becomes its charm. This island is perfect for you who wish to go for a getaway or a simple staycation.
Do you want to know more about Balinese local people? Nusa Ceningan is perfect for it. Take a stroll around the island to experience the local life from up close. Witness how the locals cultivate seaweed around the coast.
As it is a small island, you don’t have to spend to much time to see all the things on the island.
Nusa Penida
Lastly, the most exotic island on the Nusa Islands, Nusa Penida. People always end their island tour to Nusa Penida because it is the most popular island and has more tourist attraction.
One of the most popular tourist attraction in Nusa Penida is Kelingking Beach. People on social media consider this beach as an instagrammable photo spot. They often called it T-Rex Beach because it has a cliff that resembles a dinosaur.
If you want to try new experience other than the beach, you can visit Goa Giri Putri Temple in Nusa Penida. It is an exotic cave located in Sauna Village. The temple usually used by the locals to pray and make an offering. There is also flowing water inside the cave that is believed by the local as holy water.
Most guesthouses at Nusa Penida let guests hire a driver and a car to travel around the island. If you consider staying on Nusa Penida, you can choose from so many options. Many luxurious hotels located near the beach, while the budget-friendly hostels are not too close to the beach but still located in the central area.
The time you need to travel around Nusa Island depends on your itinerary. Some people can visit most attractions in only one day, while some others choose to stay for a few days. Just be sure to expect that your trip to Nusa Island will bring a new fantastic experience that you can’t find in any other places in Bali.
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