🤿 Snorkeling with Manta Rays – Nusa Penida (Bali) 2025 Guide

Reef manta rays can reach wingspans of 3–5 meters, yet they’re gentle filter feeders, not dangerous predators. With respectful distance, calm movements and a good guide, manta snorkeling is a safe and unforgettable experience.

Ocean conditions (swell, currents, visibility) change daily. Tours may adapt sites, timings or even reschedule for safety—always follow crew instructions.

• 📌 Manta Point – Nusa Penida – primary site where reef mantas often feed and cruise in shallower water.
• 📌 Crystal Bay – calmer bay used as a second stop for snorkeling, swimming and relaxing on the beach.
• 📌 Toyapakeh – vibrant reef with fish life; popular for both snorkel and dive, depending on currents.

• Manta ray snorkeling tour: about USD 35–50.
• Full-day trip (boat + gear + multiple sites): roughly USD 60–90.
• Add-on scuba dive (certified or Discover Scuba Diving): about USD 100–150.

Prices vary by group size, inclusions and departure point (direct from Nusa Penida vs. package from mainland Bali with hotel pickup).

• Snorkeling gear: mask, snorkel, fins (sometimes wetsuit or rash vest).
• Life jackets on request and basic safety briefing.
• Licensed guides/instructors in the water and on the boat.
• Snacks and drinking water; some tours include a simple lunch.
• Extra reef stops such as Crystal Bay or Toyapakeh, weather-permitting.

Always read the tour description carefully to see if hotel pickup, boat tickets from Bali, photos or videos are included or sold as extras.

• Best season: May–October usually brings calmer seas and clearer water, but manta sightings are never 100% guaranteed.
• Safety: Wear a life jacket if you’re not a confident swimmer, stay close to your guide and never swim off on your own.
• Eco: Keep 3–4 meters distance, never touch or chase the rays, and avoid crowding them in corners or shallow areas.
• Sunscreen: Use reef-safe sunscreen and apply well before entering the water; consider wearing a long-sleeve rash guard.
• Gear: Bring a GoPro or waterproof camera with a float/strap so it doesn’t sink if you drop it.
• Sea conditions: If you get motion sickness, take medication 30–60 minutes before boarding and sit near the center of the boat.

• Fast boats run from Sanur Harbor to Nusa Penida in about 40–50 minutes.
• Many manta tours include hotel pickup in South Bali, boat tickets and island transport, so you just show up with swimwear and a towel.
• If you travel independently, meet your operator at Penida’s harbor as instructed in your booking confirmation.

If you are already staying on Nusa Penida, you can often join early-morning departures with smaller crowds and smoother conditions.

🖼️ Photos

• Manta ray snorkeling – Google Images

Browse recent photos and videos to see typical visibility, group sizes and how close snorkelers usually get to the rays.

Compare small-group and private tours that include snorkeling at Manta Point, extra reef stops and, in many cases, hotel transfers and free cancellation:

❓ FAQ — Manta Ray Snorkeling

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