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Playgrounds , Lacerations and Shipwrecks are all close offshore and reached via an energetic paddle from the beach, or in a more leisurely fashion, by a local boat perahu which can be chartered from the nearest beach. Whilst the breaks usually suit intermediate to experienced surfers given they all break over coral reefs, the aptly named Playgrounds is a little more forgiving and can be enjoyed by beginners and experts alike.

All the surf breaks become extremely crowded during the dry season. There is a thriving surf scene in Jungut Batu. When compared to its tiny population, Nusa Lembongan has produced a remarkable number of international competition-quality surfers. Any keen surfer will certainly not be short of company here. Diving is of excellent quality in the crystal clear waters around the island. This is why most dive shops on Bali offer trips to the area.

A number of reputable dive shops are also present on the island. Make sure to dive with a licensed dive shop with experience. For more experienced divers, the most interesting sites are off neighbouring Nusa Penida. There are some challenging drift dives here, and dive operators will visit certain sites only when the sea conditions are safe.

There are plenty of options for easier flat reef and wall dives as well. Marine highlights include large manta rays all year round, spectacular, massive oceanic sunfish mola-mola in season July-October , white-tipped reef sharks, nurse sharks and the odd hammerhead. Whale sharks are far from regular, but the odd migrant is seen. Last but certainly not least, four species of sea turtle can be found here. All operators offer scheduled trips to the prime dive sites around all three islands.

Prices vary little from shop to shop. Dive shops have variable opening hours according to seasonal demand. Night dives are widely offered and offer a fantastic underwater experience.

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Non-divers should not feel left out, as good snorkeling is available close inshore at various spots around the island. Perhaps the two best areas are Mushroom Bay on the west coast, and the mangroves on the northern tip. Equipment can be hired from your hotel or on the beach, and depending on the quality of the gear, you should expect to pay IDR75,, for renting a mask, snorkel and set of fins. If you fancy getting further offshore, dive shops may sell you a snorkeling space on a scheduled dive boat, subject to availability.

Also, local boatmen are willing to take you by boat to various snorkeling spots. Depending on the number of snorkeling spots you want to visit, a boat trip can be arranged for about IDR,, including snorkeling gear. An enjoyable snorkeling spot reached by boat only is the west coast of neighbouring Nusa Penida , with Crystal Bay being especially rewarding. There is a strong current along this coast. The boatman will drop you off at the beginning of the current, and you can drift while snorkeling along the drop off wall with beautiful coral and loads of fish.

The boatmen will follow you and pick you up at the end of the drift. Families with children will not be short of options. The full gamut of typical resort-type, mechanised water sports are available, including wake-boarding and banana boats. Those who care a little about the environment may be keener to patronise the sea kayaking option. Your hotel will be able to assist with booking any of these activities. Alternatively, just head down to the beach at either Mushroom Bay or Jungut Batu, and figure it out for yourself.

Costs start at about IDR, for a single banana boat ride. This is an excellent island for walking and keen visitors should not hesitate to just head off and explore the myriad tracks that criss-cross the island. The low cliffs in the south offer some splendid coastal walking routes. Perhaps the best of them starts at Dream Beach , from where you should take the obvious footpath north over the Devil's Tear outcrop, pausing to see some of the most dramatic wave formations anywhere around the island.

The crashing plumes are sometimes huge here, so be prepared to get wet! Continue northwards to Sunset Beach and explore the cove. If you time your arrival for low tide, the cave at the eastern end of the beach may be accessible. At the opposite end of the beach you will find The Beach Club. From here follow the footpath leading northwest up the hill always keeping the private villas to your left, until you again hit the cliff line.

From here you will see right across the Badung Strait to Bali. Follow the cliff path northwards and then around to the east, all the time pausing to appreciate the dramatic coastal formations. Birdwatchers should lookout for flashes of turquoise and white, as spectacular sacred kingfishers are common in this area, and offshore it is worth keeping an eye out for huge frigate birds. Keep following this path eastwards, and you will drop down into Mushroom Bay where the suggested walk ends and refreshments are available.

Logos of all major credit cards are displayed on the machine. However, it is very unreliable, so don't count on it.

For instance 20 December it would not accept any Visa, Mastercard or Cirrus cards. If the atm is not working there is a money changer called WTC close-by that allows you to make withdraw from your Visa or Mastercard card. It is unclear is he accepts other cards as well. He is located next to the Eny spa, follow the signs. Visitors are therefore advised to bring enough cash with them to avoid hassles.

Money changing facilities are available at hotels, but the rate given is always unfavourable so it is best to bring rupiah. If you do run out of cash, a same day return ATM run to Sanur is possible. Small shops are widespread, and they are geared towards basic visitor requirements, stocking sun-block, cheap knock-off board shorts and hats, as well as the usual range of snacks, beer, soft drinks and cigarettes. There is little in the way of souvenir type shopping on the island, and there is nothing of this nature which would not be better purchased on the Bali mainland. Virtually any place you stay on Nusa Lembongan will have a cafe or restaurant attached to it, and the majority of these encourage non-staying guests to eat with them.

These can be of hugely variable quality and any casual visitor could be forgiven for thinking the food on this island is terrible! There are a few good local warungs to choose from, but by-and-large there have not been many decent independent restaurants on Nusa Lembongan. That is now changing at a pace though and the more notable exceptions to the old rule are listed below.

Fish is naturally a great option. As with restaurants, there are few independent drinking establishments.

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Most cafes and restaurants attached to hotels also double as bars. Nusa Lembongan is known as being very quiet for nightlife. A few beach parties are advertised around the island during high season, and there is sometimes a small monthly full moon party. There is a broad range of accommodation, with options to suit almost any budget.

Most budget accommodations can be found at Jungut Batu, while more up market accommodation is further south, around Mushroom Bay, the Bukit and Dream Beach. Traditionally, budget guest houses aimed at young surfers and back-packers dominated, but that changed in recent years as more and more well-heeled visitors discovered the island. Some of the older budget options are very tired indeed, and visitors should bear that in mind when assessing where to stay. Check-in and check-out times are something of a movable feast at most hotels. It is safe to assume a time of about 1PM for checkin and about 11AM for checkout, unless specifically stated otherwise.

There are no formal campsites on the island but travellers do sometimes pitch tents. A small donation to the local community is recommended. There are myriad small, cheap back-packer places in the small lanes leading off the main road in Jungut Batu.

This is a safe island and reports of crime, major or minor, are rare. Most common is the theft of items left in unlocked rooms, so as you would anywhere in the world, just be sensible.

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Drugs are not especially widespread here, but you may be offered marijuana or mushrooms, and more rarely, harder drugs. Be aware that the latter is highly illegal in Indonesia and penalties are harsh. The Indonesian legal position on mushrooms is unclear and to be totally safe, visitors should steer clear. The law on mushrooms is no longer unclear. They have been illegal in Indonesia since There have been recent arrests and prosecutions in Bali.

Even possession of marijuana is highly illegal with harsh penalties. The biggest dangers to visitors are related to the sea. Swimming is not be taken lightly in any waters around Bali, and Nusa Lembongan is no exception. Mushroom Bay and the area around the mangroves in the north are largely safe for swimming, but still take care. Swimming at Dream Beach and Sunset Beach in particular should be avoided by all but the very strongest of swimmers, and even then with great caution.

Surfing at all four breaks is challenging for beginners. There is a small medical clinic in Jungut Batu with an attendant doctor.

This is a perfectly good facility for treating minor ailments, but visitors with anything approaching a serious problem should get back to Bali as quickly as possible. Opening hours are erratic and unpredictable. Ask at your hotel. Like all of Bali, Nusa Lembongan is officially a malaria -free zone. Dengue fever is a potential problem. Unlike in mainland Bali, there are no recent cases of rabies. It is possible to make phone calls from Nusa Lembongan. Although a little pricey, public telephone offices wartels can be found at the Scoot boat office and at Bungalow No7.

Wireless internet capability is fairly widespread, even at the cheapest hotels and backpacker haunts. The fastest and most reliable Wi-Fi is offered by the Beach Club at Sandy Bay, and this is free for all guests at the restaurant. There are a couple of basic, well signed public internet cafes at the southern end of the main coast road in Jungut Batu. Look for the signs and expect to pay about Rp 30, per hour. Service is sometimes very slow. Most of the internet cafes also have a download limit in addition to charging for time, so save your media streaming activities for Bali.

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Orientation [ edit ] Two main beach areas have traditionally attracted visitors. Southeast Nusa Lembongan with the hills of Nusa Penida in the background Jungut Batu in the northwest is the bigger of the two, and has myriad hotels and cheap eateries. Climate [ edit ] Touches of Robinson Crusoe at Dream Beach The climate of Nusa Lembongan is similar to neighbouring 'mainland' Bali , but it is noticeably drier here, particularly in the period of May to September. Culture [ edit ] The local Lembonganese are Hindu and visitors will notice little or no difference from the prevailing culture on the Bali mainland.

Talk [ edit ] Balinese is the most common language of communication between local residents, with Bahasa Indonesia a distant second. Get in [ edit ] Map of Nusa Lembongan The only realistic way although you can charter a helicopter to reach Nusa Lembongan from Bali is by boat. Crossing takes 25 - 30 minutes. Motorized with horse power rated under international maritime. Boat Capacity for 45 persons completed with life jacket and Insurance cover. Departs daily from Sanur beach to Mushroom Bay at Free for Infant under 5 year old. The Fastest and perfect speed Boat to get to Sanur and Lembongan takes minutes.

Big boat with three engines, Life Jacket, and safety Transfer. Departs daily from Sanur Beach at Departs daily from Lembongan Island at Departs daily from Sanur beach to Jungutbatu Bay at 8. Book in advance as seats may be limited, including Hotel transfers from Sanur, Kuta, Seminyak, Legian, and jimbaran are included when bookings are for a minimum of 2 persons.

Other areas have an extra charge. New speed boat with safety equipment, and big boat with three engines, the trip is Lembongan - Sanur transfers. Crossing takes min. Rp , per person one way include drop in Lembongan. Speedboat transfer and cruises with safety equipment, toilet. Larger boat with 3 horses engines.

Available to Gili's and Lombok island. Rp , per person one way include pick up and drop in around Bali and Lembongan. Departs daily from Sanur beach at Official ticket counter is at the end of Hang Tuah street. No same day return facility. The boat departs from Nusa Lembongan at 8: The ride across is approximately 90 min. Rp , per person. A local transfers-only operator for the budget traveller. Boat departures daily at Rp , per person one way. Departs daily from Sanur beach to Jungutbatu Bay at 8: Book in advance as seats may be limited. The price at the ticket counter at the end of Hang Tuah street in Sanur Beach.

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Other areas such as canggu, uluwatu, padang bay, sidemen, candidasa and Amed have an extra charge RP. Private charters are available and rates are subject to negotiation. Reliable and very fast boat from Sanur Beach to Jungut Batu. One way fare Rp , and return Rp , including hotel pick up and drop off. Fast boats from Sanur Beach which take you to Jungut Batu. Hotel transfers are included. Departs Nusa Lembongan 8: Depart from Serangan to Nusa Lembongan at Free shuttle pick up for Bali selected area. Bali Eka Jaya have new alumunium vessels with powerful engine and air conditioned cabin to provide customer satisfactory.

Semaya One is the safest and most comfortable way to travel from Serangan to Nusa Lembongan. Choose from a wide range of vessels for you trip to Lembongan such as our high speed catamaran Bali Hai II,our sailing catamaran Aristocat or our superfast Ocean Rafting boat. Experience the pontoon where you can take part in many activities such as: Parasailing, Diving, Snorkling, Submersible sight seeing and a water slide. Go to the beach and experience our truly unique tropical retreat at Hai Tide Beach Resort. For a longer stay Hai Tide Beach Resort provides high quality accommodation and friendly service.

Special children and family rates are provided on the website. A standard transfer is available using a high speed catamaran service. If you have limited time for a visit to the island, an option is to take a one day cruise to the Nusa Lembongan Bounty pontoon. On a twin-hull boat under sail you will reach the island within 90 min.

Drinks and snacks are available on board. The trip includes water activities on and near the pontoon; such as banana boat, water slide, kayaking, snorkelling and glass bottom boat rides. You can also take part in a Nusa Lembongan Village tour, visit a seaweed plantation and the 'Underground House'. A standard transfer is available by fast boat or by fast catamaran. An alternative is a day cruise by a leisurely sailing yacht or by fast catamaran "fun ship".

The fast boat transfer only departs from Benoa Harbour at The fast boat departs at A standard transfer is available by catamaran. An alternative is a day cruise by a private leisurely sailing catamaran. The Wakasailing catamaran departs from Benoa Harbour at Departure times are a bit of moveable feast. Ask around at the time, but about They run to either Jungut Batu or the the estuary bank near the suspension bridge on Nusa Lembongan, depending on tide. These can be very over-crowded and a little worrying at times. As a visitor, expect to pay about IDR50, each way. Charter boats are available, departing from and arriving at the same areas as public boats.

Rates vary greatly but expect to pay Rp ,, Please ensure that the full price is absolutely clarified with the operator prior to boarding the boat. Get around [ edit ] The cliffs of southwest Nusa Lembongan make for excellent walking By foot [ edit ] Nusa Lembongan is a nice place to walk, with coastal paths linking nearly all the guest houses, hotels and restaurants. From the end of the beach at Jungut Batu it is a 35min walk along the coast to Mushroom Bay. By bike [ edit ] Bicycles can be rented at most hotels and guest-houses.

By motorbike [ edit ] Motorbikes are also widely available for rent, but may be unnecessary given the short distances involved — the island is only about 4km end-to-end - but it is in parts very hilly. By truck [ edit ] There are virtually no cars on Nusa Lembongan, and any business or local resident wishing to bring one to the island needs special permission from the village elders.

See [ edit ] [ add listing ] Crashing waves at Devil's Tear The attractions here are mostly natural. Beaches [ edit ] Paradise Beach is a wonderful beach with a view of Mount Agung, white sand and mangrove trees, located at the end of mangrove beach in jungutbatu village. Mushroom Beach is the place where most boats arrive in Nusa Lembongan. A wonderful clean, tranquil white beach ideal for swimming, snorkelling, diving, surfing, eating and sleeping by the beach side in traditional Lumbungs.

Rent a scooter here and see the island or relax in one of the beach side resorts and enjoy a massage whilst listening to the sound of the Crystal blue water crashing onto the sand. Dream Beach is a wonderful secluded beach with powdery, white sand, located on the south coast is one of the most beautiful in Bali. From the main accommodation areas on the west coast, head southeast towards Lembongan Village where you should turn west, and then look for the signposted small track leading south to Dream Beach.

There is a cafe attached to the single resort here, and this makes Dream Beach a great place to spend the whole day doing nothing. Be very careful though about entering the water here as the rips can be fierce. Only the strongest swimmers should consider this and even then, avoid the eastern end of the beach. The cliff at the right side of the beach has some beautiful views, especially at sunset. A small but spectacular beach with white sand and crashing waves, located just to the north of Dream Beach, and easiest reached via the same route.

The excellent Beach Club at Sandy Bay is located here and this should encourage visitors to spend the day. At low tide a dramatic cave is exposed in the low limestone cliff at the eastern side of the bay. Approach carefully and make sure you are not cut off from the beach by a rising tide. All-in-all, this is a delightful spot which is as laid back as anywhere in the whole of Bali. Tamarind Beach is between Playground's surf break and Mushroom Bay. It has Good views back to Bali, and of Mount Agung especially.

MMF is a marine research and education centre set up to collect data on the manta ray populations around Nusa Penida. MMF also provides informational talks every Tuesday and Thursday at These lectures provide an in depth and entertaining look at the strange and beautiful marine life around the three islands of Nusa Lembongan, Nusa Cenningan, and Nusa Penida.

A rocky outcrop on the south western coast. Spectacular crashing waves and water plumes. Northern Nusa Lembongan has an extensive forest of mature mangroves which can be explored in a jukung outrigger boat. Also great for families at high tide as perfect lagoon for kids swimming. The largest and grandest Hindu temple on the island. Lesson number one , trust your instincts. Taking the helm was enough to turn me into a gibbering wreck. Women are often better at the helm. I felt alone, lost and way out of my depth.

Persevere, chat to other women. There are women here at every level. Talk about it, work it out. The outcome Okay, sailing and cruising is not for everyone but if it is for you, you will find:. Maybe the women I taught had less experience, but this is what I encountered. And, yes, Noel does receive special dispensation to read this! January 22, by jackieandnoel 10 Comments. The new holding tank — made from one of water tanks. Sourcing the right welder was a rather frustrating project. It was too big to get out, so Noel cut it into four pieces, two were the holding tank including lid , the other two pieces were superfluous.

The plumbing parts were purchased on-line and all in French. Other bits-and-pieces from the Brico-marche, eight kilometres away, hauling all purchases by bike. Noel drilling a hole for the vent. Another hole, this time in the deck, for the new water tanks. These will be situated under the bed. And cake… we like cake!

Last week we launched SisterShip Magazine. The response has been overwhelming. The adventure begins in Pitcairn! The remotest inhabited island in the world! When we see a boat approach and ask them to slow — most do. Some look at us as if we are mad! What creative ideas have you developed to improve your life on the road?

Some people liked the painted cupboards, but we changed them for several reasons: Getting ready to sand. First coat — there were five coats in total! Sitting on the stove top! Living on board a compact ten metre boat is not for the faint-hearted! Flexibility is a must.

The vice in the workshop bit me every time until I told him to stop! Finding free WiFi on anchor is incredibly exciting. While preparing your boat for oceans, riding your bicycle sixty-seventy miles a week while balancing the equivalent of a small truck load, will become perfectly normal. Movies, concerts and shows are replaced by slowly swinging on anchor, devouring the three-sixty-degree moving vista, and watching the sunset.

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