Crystal Bay is one of the destinations offered by the 1-Day Nusa Penida Tour that can provide an unforgettable snorkelling experience. This place is perfect for those who have tired of the crowded and noisy atmosphere of the island of Bali. Nusa Penida is one of the few islands around Bali that still has many hidden and beautiful natural attractions. This small island is on the southeast side of Bali Island, separated by the Badung Strait.
Choosing the inexpensive Nusa Penida Tour Package is a great way to add to your holiday memories. With this package, you can holiday while on a budget, and yet still enjoy the beauty of nature. In addition to appreciating the stunning coastal scenery, you can also marvel at the spectacular underwater views. You can get closer to beautiful marine life at Crystal Bay!
Natural beauty of Crystal Bay, Nusa Penida
Once you get to Crystal Bay Beach, you will be greeted by the waves and the beach breeze that will whisk through your hair. The water is clear, and will tempt you to jump right in. The clarity of the water means that you can easily see marine life, such as fish swimming to and fro. In addition, you will find at this 1-Day Nusa Penida Tour destination beautiful and colourful coral reefs.
The name Crystal Bay represents the clarity of the water here. This beach is made up of fine white sand and the surroundings are pristine, spanning up to 1 km. It is so quiet at this beach that it is the perfect antidote to noisy urban areas. This destination, included in the cheap Nusa Penida Tour Package, will become your private beach, surrounded by peace and rolling green hills.
What’s special about this beach is that there is a small island in the sea with an area of about 1 hectare. Residents that live in the area named it Batu Mejinong Island, and if you want to go there, you can rent a fishing boat to take you over. On the island, the Batu Jineng Temple can be found, built by the locals several years ago. During important events, the temple is visited as a place of prayer, with the locals sometimes even spending the night there.
Things to do at Crystal Bay Beach, Nusa Penida
If you want to relax, you can do so under a hut. If you want to take selfies, this place offers the perfect backdrop. The photos you take will surely be more beautiful, memorable and unforgettable than those taken anywhere else. If you want the best view of Crystal Bay, climb up the hill on the west side of the coast. You will need to climb some steps to get to the top, but from there you will be able to see the full panorama, especially at sunset. It’s breathtaking.
If you are on the cheap Nusa Penida Tour to Crystal Bay, don’t forget to also experience the beauty under the sea. You can snorkel every inch of the underwater area to your heart’s content, leaving you invigorated and amazed. Equipment is available to rent at affordable prices, provided by the local people. The cost of renting snorkelling equipment is generally Rp 50 thousand and boat rental is around Rp 200 thousand. You can bargain to get the best price.
Meanwhile, if you want to go diving, this will cost around Rp 1 million, which is commensurate with what you will see and experience, such as the mola mola fish that weighs around 1,000 kg. You can also swim, but you have to be careful. The waves are relatively calm, but this doesn’t necessarily mean they are not life-threatening. Pay attention to the end of the coastline so you don’t put yourself in danger.
Location and how to get to Crystal Bay Beach, Nusa Penida
This beach is located in Banjar Penida, Desa Sakti, Nusa Penida. From Bali, you can take a boat or fast boat, which will take about 1.5 hours. The fee depends on the facilities and the boat you’re on. However, if you don’t want to think about how to get tickets and other such things, you can join the affordable Nusa Penida Tour Package. Once you reach the port of Nusa Penida, you will follow the main road along an incline for some way.
The trip to Crystal Bay itself is quite comfortable because the road is already tarmacked. During the 1-Day Nusa Penida Tour, you will be spoiled by the green hills, cliffs and you will attain the ultimate state of relaxation that you rarely find in the city where you usually spend your days.