Most people have heard about Bali, as soon as they name it, the first thing they think of is a beach and pristine turquoise water. Bali is a very huge island and around it are other islands like Nusa Lembongan , Nusa Ceningan and Nusa Penida. Lembongan, is located to the south east of the island of Bali, only to 20 minutes in boats of outboard motor that are taken in the port of the Balinese locality of Sanur .
Location of the island Nusa Lembongan
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It is one of the tiny islands that make up the archipelago of the Sonda, half an hour by ferry from the island of Bali – Indonesia. It is the perfect place to get lost for a few days and enter in total relaxation and tranquility.also known as the island of the gods for its wonderful attraction and the tourist seduction that eclipses all those around it.
How to get to Nusa Lembongan?
To get to Nusa Lembongan , the port of the Balinese town of Sanur is the place from where the boats depart to the island. It is recommended that before arriving at Sanur , you ensure the schedules departure to Lembongan , this is because they tend to change according to the season.
For accommodation, you can find it on the beach where the boat leaves you or on the other beach. To get there, you will need another transport, there is accommodation for all prices and for all pockets. So take a wonderful walk and go asking and observing the rooms of Lembongan , is an excellent option.
Recommendations for Nusa Lembongan
Among our recommendations we would say that Bungalow Agung, is a excellent accommodation option in case you find yourself in Lembongan . If you prefer to arrive with the accommodation already booked, you can guide yourself on the internet where you can find many links to the best accommodation options in Lembongan .
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This is a local island and much poorer and less developed than Bali as such.’, «However, has a much quieter life and spirit, although there are tourists, but it has nothing to do with Bali, the people live from tourism and algae cultivation, it is perfect to spend a week or more of full relaxation and tranquility.
The island of Lembongan is not as big as it looks in pictures, but it has to offer some very beautiful landscapes apart from its beautiful sea. You have the option to travel by motorcycle because the distances are short.
What to see and do on the island Nusa Lembongan?
Most people who go to Nusa Lembongan do it under a single day tour, which is considered a big mistake because Nusa Lembongan is an island to enjoy it, To get to know it, you can ride your bike, motorbike, walk, go to the other beaches that are nearby, go inside and observe the migration of the beautiful red crabs of the forest in case you go in August.
Marine activities and water sports in Nusa Lembongan
It is one of the favorite destinations for surfers, mostly of Australian race, because about 200 meters from the beach there is a large barrier of coral that creates important waves. The beaches are totally white sand with beautiful rocks, but the beach where the pulse accelerates when the tide is high is the one at the other end of the island. Due to the amount of corals that inhabit it, it is a perfect site for diving. You can calmly make an agreement with a local fisherman on the island to direct you to the best sites for such action.
If you don’t have your diving goggles or snorkel you can rent them for a at a very reasonable price at the accommodation you are staying at.», «
You can also reach the other beach of the island, totally dominated by water activities like jet skis and bananas (the big yellow float where people get on, and hooked up to a motor boat, makes most of those on the float fall off during the tour). This would be a more familiar beach.
Best Attractions in Nusa Lembongan
The biggest attractions are its beaches, being the most paradisiacal in the world since most is used for the cultivation of algae, according to comments from tourists and Balinese, the best beaches with the best landscape and greater tranquility are Mushroom bay and Dream Beach, in case you are planning to visit Nusa Lembongan , do not hesitate to visit them.
During the tour of the island you will find incredible views, of Hindu temples. Don’t forget that Bali unlike the rest of Indonesia, is completely Hindu and not Muslim by nature.
If you are going to Nusa Lembongan looking for parties, you are in the wrong place, because there are no parties in Lembongan except the accommodation bars. But a cool beer on a terrace with a good view enjoying the sunset with the island of Bali in the background is worth visiting Nusa Lembongan , much more than a party without any doubt.
Accommodation in Nusa Lembongan
On this site there are also many hotel offers, compared to the other two neighboring islands.
In Dream Beach, you will find a resort with a very cool restaurant that lets you use the pools of the complex as long as you are consuming something of what they sell there, this restaurant is called Dream Beach Villas & Restaurant.
The suspension bridge that connects Nusa Lembongan with the island of Nusa Ceningan and the breakwater known as Tears of the Devil are two attractive places that you can not ignore being in Bali.