Bali snorkeling trips with manta rays, turtles and coral
Clear water, coral gardens and a good chance of meeting manta rays and turtles. Choose a boat trip around Nusa Penida or a calmer reef closer to Bali, with hotel pickup included.
What to expect
What to bring
- Swimwear and a towel
- Reef-safe sunscreen
- A rash vest for sun protection
- Seasickness tablets if you need them
The richest snorkeling around Bali is off the coast of Nusa Penida, where boats stop at Crystal Bay, Gamat Bay, Wall Point and Manta Point. Manta rays are seen here for much of the year, and turtles are common along the reefs.
Prefer something gentler for kids or nervous swimmers? Calmer spots such as Blue Lagoon on the east coast offer easy entry from the beach and plenty of fish. Tell us your group's confidence in the water and we suggest the right trip.
Snorkeling trip questions
Will we see manta rays?
Manta Point near Nusa Penida has regular sightings for much of the year, but they are wild animals, so sightings are likely but never certain.
Do I need to be a strong swimmer to snorkel?
You should be comfortable in the water. Life jackets are available on boat trips, and calmer beach spots suit beginners and children.
Is snorkeling gear included?
Mask, snorkel and fins are normally provided on boat trips. Let us know if you want to bring your own.