Snorkeling

First-time snorkelers: what to expect on the boat

Never snorkeled before? Here is what we bring, what you bring, and how the morning on the boat runs.

By the Sea & Island team2 min read
Two snorkelers with a sea turtle at Crystal Bay
Two snorkelers with a sea turtle at Crystal Bay

If you have never snorkeled before, Nusa Penida is a good place to start. Crystal Bay has a sandy entry, calm water over the reef, and a lot to look at close to the surface.

You do not need to swim far, and you do not need to be a strong swimmer. Our in-water guide stays with you the whole time.

What we bring

Boat, mask, snorkel, fins, a life jacket if you want one, mineral water, and GoPro footage of your swim. The guide is in the water with you from the first stop to the last.

What to bring

Swimwear under your clothes, a towel, reef-safe sunscreen, and a dry bag for your phone. Prescription masks are not provided, so bring contact lenses if you need them.

How the day runs

We pick you up from your hotel on Nusa Lembongan or Nusa Ceningan at 8.00 am. Short boat ride to the first bay, then two more stops over the morning. You are back around 11.00 am to 12.00 pm.

Rough sea can change the route on the day. The guide decides in the morning.

Which trip to pick for your first time

The sharing snorkeling trip is the easiest start: small group, three bays, in-water guide, and the price is the lowest at Rp400.000. If you want the boat to yourselves, the private version is the next step up.

We had the best time with Sea & Island Excursion! … We got super lucky and saw manta rays and a sea turtle. … 10/10 experience!

Maddie Hansen · Google review

Good to know

  • A life jacket is available for anyone who wants one.
  • Do not touch the coral or the sea animals.
  • GoPro footage of your swim is included.
  • Cash, Visa, Mastercard and bank transfer are all accepted.

First snorkeling day in Bali?

Send us your date and how many of you are coming on WhatsApp. We will plan the rest.

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  1. 01What we bring
  2. 02What to bring
  3. 03How the day runs
  4. 04Which trip to pick for your first time
  5. 05First snorkeling day in Bali?

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