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Nusa Lembongan, Bali

Nusa Lembongan is a brief boat trip away from Indonesia’s most famous island Bali. Commonly overlooked by its famous neighbor, Nusa Lembongan nonetheless has an extraordinary appeal.

Having said that, you can already find boutique hotels here and fabulous restaurants, but there also are a variety of extra basic and cheap options. The island is instead small, however, has noticeably tons to offer, however, most of the people do come right here simply to loosen up, or to dive, as it is an excellent spot to peer Manta Rays.

1. Take in Amazing views at the Blue Lagoon

One thing you have to not miss out on while you’re in Nusa Lembongan is the Blue Lagoon. The Blue Lagoon is located on Nusa Lembongan’s neighboring island Nusa Ceningan. The 2 islands are connected by a bridge, and the lagoon is a 20-minute scooter ride away.

Blue Lagoon is a must-visit for folks who are searching out an adrenaline rush, as you can do cliff jumping here if the tide is right. And if that is not your thing, do go here anyway and be surprised by the stunning views that wait for you right here.

Cost: Free

2. Diving on Nusa Lembongan

No visit to Nusa Lembongan is complete without going scuba diving a least once. The waters around the island are inhabited by Manta Rays, and there’s a high chance that you’ll come across a few on your diving trip as they stay right here all year around. You will without a doubt be impressed with these large creatures swimming simply an arm length away from you. From July to October, the area is also inhabited via Mola-Mola – sunfish.

The island is home to several dive shops with staff members of various nationalities who speak several languages. Whether you come for only a single dive or your complete certificates course, you may be able to find something to your desires. Of route, you can additionally find masses of places wherein you may rent snorkeling tools, and you’ll get to peer beautiful coral reefs, as some locations across the island are as an alternative shallow.

Cost: $$$

3. Explore Mangrove Forests

Nusa Lembongan is home to some spectacular Mangrove forests. these forests can be explored with conventional canoes provided by fishermen. The island’s mangrove forests are very well maintained and in general, they cover more than 55 hectares (136 acres). Mangrove forests are a crucial marine ecosystem and domestic to a massive biodiversity consisting of uncommon vegetation and fauna.

Cost: $

4. Check Out the Devil’s Tear

The devil’s Tear is an impressive rock formation at the South Western coast of Nusa Lembongan. It could be reached by means of on foot for a couple of minutes from both Dream beach or sunset beach. Here you can see remarkable crashing waves.

Cost: Free

5. Learn about seaweed farming

Nusa Lembongan is famous for seaweed farming, in reality, it is the area’s biggest seaweed producer. The island’s landscape and its white sand and clear water provide perfect conditions for cultivating seaweed. Many open spaces at the island are used for drying seaweed and you’ll see many seaweed farmers unloading their boats, or loading the harvest into their boats. Many residents of the island depend on seaweed farming, and it contributed to a lift of the local people’s prosperity.

Cost: Free