Full Day Nusa Penida by Honey Milk Yacht 13 meters

The best part of this Nusa Penida trip is the mix of manta-ray snorkeling and private-yacht comfort. You can move between calm lagoons, coral gardens, turtle waters, a beachside lunch, and Manta Point without spending the day on a crowded ferry.

I like the new 13-meter Honey Milk boat, with its twin Yamaha 250hp engines, flybridge, soft sun mats, cool box, and Bluetooth music. I also like the practical extras: good-quality snorkeling gear, towels, fresh fruit, and underwater GoPro footage at no extra charge.

The main caution is the price: $627.10 per person is a serious spend. You should also confirm whether your booking is fully private, since the tour details describe a private outing but some supplied feedback refers to a shared premium trip with eight people.

Key points to know before booking

• Manta Point is weather and wildlife dependent: You may swim near giant oceanic manta rays, but no sea tour can promise sightings.
• Honey Milk is a fast, spacious 13-meter speedboat: The flybridge and sundeck give you room to spread out between stops.
• Snorkeling covers several distinct sites: Expect Lembongan’s calm lagoon, SD Point, Wall Bay, and a possible manta location.
• Lunch comes with beach access: Khamara Nusa Penida includes a daybed beside a private white-sand beach.
• Kelingking requires an extra land tour: A private car costs 800,000 IDR for up to five people.
• The trip begins in Serangan at 8:30 a.m.: Transfers from Seminyak and several other Bali areas cost 300,000 IDR each way for up to five people.

A yacht day built around the water

This is not a standard fast-boat transfer with a quick snorkel stop attached. The plan gives you most of a day on the water, with several swimming sites and time to relax aboard Honey Milk between them.

The boat is newly built for 2025 and measures 13 meters. Twin Yamaha 250hp engines make the crossing to Nusa Penida in about 30 minutes, according to the tour schedule. That speed matters because it leaves more of your day for snorkeling and the coast rather than the journey itself.

You have several places to sit. The flybridge gives you a higher view, while the sundeck has comfortable mats for stretching out. A Bluetooth sound system adds music, though you can also enjoy the simple pleasure of watching Bali recede behind you.

The cool box table comes with ice, bottled water, and fresh fruit. Towels and snorkeling equipment are supplied, including equipment described as USA quality. Those small details reduce the usual fuss. You do not need to pack fins, masks, snacks, and towels for a boat that is already carrying them.

This is a private activity according to the booking information, meaning only your group should participate. But there is an important point to check before paying: some supplied feedback describes a premium shared trip with eight people, and another outing had eight people total without feeling crowded. Ask Bluuu Tours to confirm the exact format, group size, and boat arrangement for your date.

Starting in Serangan with coffee and a welcome drink

The meeting point is the Bluuu Tours office at Jl. Tukad Punggawa No. 238 in Serangan, south Denpasar. The scheduled start is 8:30 a.m., and the office sits across from the port.

You receive a welcome drink before departure. Free-flow coffee from % Arabica, teas, other drinks, and pastries are also available at the office. This is a useful start, especially if you are coming from Seminyak, Canggu, Ubud, or another part of Bali and have arranged an early pickup.

Private transfers cost 300,000 IDR one way for up to five people. Pickup is available from Seminyak, Kuta, Sanur, Kerobokan, Canggu, Ubud, Denpasar, Uluwatu, and Nusa Dua. At this price, I would compare the transfer cost with a local taxi or ride service, but confirm the pickup plan before the morning of the trip.

The boat returns to the Serangan office at the end. You can use the office’s hot shower afterward, which is a welcome touch after salt water, sun, and a full day in swimwear. You can also finish at Toya Pakeh Harbor on Nusa Penida if that suits your onward plans.

First stop: calm water near Nusa Lembongan

The crossing takes about 30 minutes. The first water stop is a quieter Bali Hai Lagoon near Nusa Lembongan, followed by coral gardens in clear, calm water.

This is a sensible opening stop. You can get comfortable with the mask and fins before moving into areas with stronger water movement. Calm conditions also make this part suitable for people who enjoy looking at fish and coral without needing to swim hard.

You have about an hour here. The tour does not promise a particular animal at this stop, but the focus is on clear water and coral. The crew can also help you with snorkeling equipment, an important benefit if you are not used to fitting a mask or adjusting fins.

The drawback is that sea conditions can change. Clear water and calm swimming are never guaranteed on a particular day, and the entire outing requires good weather. If poor conditions force a cancellation, you can choose another date or receive a full refund.

SD Point: current, coral, turtles, and fish

The next stop is SD Point on the eastern side of Nusa Penida. This is described as a preferred spot for drift snorkeling, with current carrying you along coral gardens.

Drift snorkeling can feel effortless when the current is gentle. You float above the reef while the guides position the boat and watch the route. It can also feel more demanding than the first stop, so listen closely to the crew and be honest about your swimming ability.

Turtles and many kinds of fish may be seen here. The supplied feedback repeatedly highlights turtles, coral, and fish, along with guides who helped make the water stops feel smooth. Names mentioned include Jena, Tita, Nyoman, Micky, Eric, Vicky, Dani, Kadek, Derrick, and Morgan. You will not necessarily have these guides, but they show the kind of hands-on crew support associated with the operation.

You spend about an hour at SD Point. I like this stop because it adds variety. The lagoon is about calm water and an easy start, while SD Point offers movement, reef scenery, and a better chance of feeling that you are actively exploring rather than simply floating in one place.

Wall Bay Point and the mangrove edge

Wall Bay is the third water stop. Here you snorkel near mangroves and coral reefs, with another hour set aside for marine life.

The mangrove setting gives this stop a different look from open reef water. You may see fish moving around the roots and along the reef, though exact conditions depend on tides and visibility. The schedule allows enough time to swim without rushing straight back to the boat.

By this point, your day has a clear rhythm: enter the water, explore, climb back aboard, dry off, eat fruit, listen to music, and move to the next site. The yacht’s sundeck and flybridge matter here. On a smaller basic boat, breaks between stops can feel cramped. Honey Milk gives you more ways to sit and recover.

One practical point: snorkeling several times in one day is tiring. Bring a swimsuit you can stay comfortable in, use the supplied towel, and pace yourself. The tour is packed with activities, so you do not need to swim hard at every stop.

Lunch at Khamara Nusa Penida

Khamara Nusa Penida is scheduled for about 90 minutes. Lunch comes with wide views and access to a private white-sand beach, with a daybed directly beside the shore.

This is more than a quick meal eaten on the boat. You have time to dry off, eat, sit on the beach, and let your body recover before the manta stop. For me, that pause is important because the itinerary has already included several hours in the water.

Lunch is included in the price, as are landing and facility fees. The supplied information does not list the menu, so ask ahead if you have allergies, dietary restrictions, or strong food preferences. Extra drinks and meals can be arranged after booking, along with other additions.

You can also use this break for photos. The beach setting offers a change from the boat and reef, but do not expect a full land tour of Nusa Penida here. The main focus remains the sea.

Manta Point and the chance to meet giant rays

The major wildlife stop comes later at Manta Bay or Manta Point, depending on where manta rays are available. The crew takes you to a location where you may swim with giant oceanic manta rays.

This is the moment that makes the tour special, but it is also the part you should approach with realistic expectations. Mantas are wild animals. Their presence, number, and time near the surface depend on weather, water conditions, and their own movements.

The supplied feedback includes sightings of manta rays and turtles, with several outings described as especially successful. That is encouraging, but it is not a guarantee for your date. If you do see mantas, the experience can be remarkable: large rays moving through open water while you float nearby is very different from seeing marine life in an aquarium.

The crew’s local experience matters here. Guides such as Jena and Tita were noted for knowing where to go and for taking photos, while other named guides were praised for making the day feel relaxed and fun. Still, the sea comes first. A good guide can improve your chances, not control nature.

Underwater photos and video are included through a GoPro. That is strong value for a water-focused trip, since you do not need to risk your phone or buy a separate photo package. Ask how and when the files will be delivered, since that detail is not stated.

Adding Kelingking Cliff and other extras

The main water program does not include a full road tour of Nusa Penida. A private land tour costs 800,000 IDR per car for up to five people.

That extra is useful if you want to see Kelingking Cliff as well as the reefs. The schedule describes a Kelingking Cliff car tour, but the cost section lists the private land tour separately, so confirm that it is added to your booking and not assumed to be included.

You can also request extras after booking, including a jet ski, photographer, drone, fishing rods, drinks, and meals. Prices are not provided, so ask for a full quote before agreeing to additions. The base trip already includes lunch, water, snorkeling gear, towels, fruit, and GoPro footage.

Adding too much could make the day feel rushed. I would first decide if your priority is snorkeling and manta rays or seeing more of Nusa Penida by road. Trying to fit every optional activity into one day may leave little time to enjoy any of them.

What the $627.10 price really buys

At $627.10 per person, this is not a budget excursion. You are paying for a private or premium boat experience rather than a simple shared transfer, plus fuel, crew, snorkeling equipment, lunch, fruit, water, towels, facility fees, and underwater footage.

The value improves for a small group that would otherwise hire a boat, arrange equipment, find lunch, and organize transport separately. The private format also gives your party more control than a large group trip, though you must confirm that private status because the supplied details are not perfectly consistent.

The boat itself is a major part of the price. A 13-meter yacht with two 250hp engines, a flybridge, a sundeck, and a cool box is a more comfortable base for a long day than a basic open speedboat.

The cost makes less sense if you mainly want to transfer to Nusa Penida, take a few beach photos, or spend a short time snorkeling. For those goals, a lower-cost shared trip may suit you better. This outing is aimed at people who want several water stops, a full day on a well-equipped boat, and the possibility of manta rays.

Who should book this Nusa Penida trip?

I would choose this for a small group that values comfort, privacy, and time on the water. It suits strong or reasonably confident swimmers who want several snorkeling locations rather than one quick stop.

It is also a good match if you care about photos. The crew can take underwater footage with a GoPro, and the supplied feedback often points to guides helping with photos. The boat’s upper level and sundeck give you attractive places to sit between stops.

I would think twice if you dislike fast boat rides, have limited swimming ability, or want a relaxed day with little structure. The schedule runs from the morning into the afternoon and includes multiple water entries. Most people can participate, and service animals are allowed, but this is still an active sea outing.

The tour is recommended by 100 percent of the supplied feedback and carries a 5 rating from 29 entries. More useful than the number alone is the repeated praise for the comfortable boat, friendly crew, good snorkeling equipment, manta and turtle sightings, and the way guides such as Jena, Dani, Nyoman, Derrick, Morgan, and others kept the day moving.

Booking details worth checking first

Confirmation is provided at booking. You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the 8:30 a.m. start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before departure are not refunded or accepted.

The trip depends on good weather. If the operator cancels because of poor conditions, you can select another date or receive a full refund.

Before you pay, I would ask four direct questions:

• Is my departure fully private, and how many people will be aboard?
• Is the Kelingking car tour included or an additional 800,000 IDR?
• Where and when will the GoPro files be delivered?
• What is included in any requested drinks, drone, photographer, or jet ski add-on?

Those answers will make the $627.10 cost easier to judge.

Should you book Honey Milk Yacht?

Book it if you want a polished, water-heavy day with several snorkeling stops, a comfortable yacht, lunch beside a beach, and a real chance to see manta rays. The included equipment, GoPro footage, fruit, towels, and hot shower help justify the premium for a group that values convenience.

Skip it if your main goal is simply to reach Nusa Penida or visit Kelingking by land. You would be paying for a full marine program that you may not use. For everyone else, confirm the private versus shared format, add the land tour only if it fits your priorities, and keep your manta expectations realistic. The ocean decides the wildlife, but the boat and schedule give you a strong day even when nature does not follow the plan.

FAQ

Where does the tour start?

It starts at the Boat Tours and Rental Bali Nusa Penida office at Jl. Tukad Punggawa No. 238, Serangan, Denpasar Selatan, Bali.

What time does the tour begin?

The scheduled start time is 8:30 a.m.

How long does the experience last?

The full experience lasts approximately 8 to 10 hours.

How long is the boat ride to Nusa Penida?

The crossing to Nusa Penida takes about 30 minutes by boat.

Is hotel pickup available?

Pickup is available from Seminyak, Kuta, Sanur, Kerobokan, Canggu, Ubud, Denpasar, Uluwatu, and Nusa Dua. A private transfer costs 300,000 IDR each way for up to five people.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Yes. The tour includes the use of snorkeling equipment, and towels are also provided.

Is lunch included?

Yes. Lunch at Khamara Nusa Penida is included, along with bottled water and landing and facility fees.

Can I see manta rays?

The tour visits Manta Bay or Manta Point depending on manta availability. Manta sightings are possible but cannot be guaranteed.

Is the Kelingking Cliff car tour included?

A private Nusa Penida land tour costs 800,000 IDR per car for up to five people. Confirm with the operator whether it has been added to your booking.

What happens if bad weather cancels the tour?

You can choose a different date or receive a full refund if the experience is canceled because of poor weather.