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Good private snorkeling charters in Indonesia fill up weeks ahead and the best ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Review of Bali’s Nusa Penida private boat tour, with manta snorkeling, coral reefs, lunch, Kelingking Cliff, photos, costs, and practical tips.
“The experience was exceptional; I highly recommend it. The instructors were excellent, and the swimming locations offered breathtaking views.”
Swim with turtles, see Gili Meno’s statues, and explore coral reefs on a flexible private or shared snorkeling trip from $14.
“Our guides Jack, Tom and Erwin were amazing! They made the trip very fun and took us to all the best spots. We saw so many turtles and left with loads of great pictures and videos of us in the water with them. Amazing experience, would definitely recommend a trip with Tom, Jack and Erwin!”
Explore Nusa Penida by fast boat, snorkel with manta rays and turtles, enjoy lunch by an infinity pool, and visit Kelingking Cliff.
“Amazing tour — everything was absolutely perfect! The tour was very well organized with fantastic snorkeling: clear water, beautiful reefs, and plenty of marine life. Unfortunately, due to weather conditions we didn’t get to see the manta rays, but it didn’t disappoint us at all — we saw 7–8 turtles while snorkeling, which was absolutely incredible! We were very happy and truly satisfied with the experience. The restaurant was another highlight — the best view and delicious food, easily one of the most memorable lunches we had in Bali. The crew was amazing: friendly, professional, attentive, and always ready to help. The atmosphere on board was relaxed and very welcoming.…”
Review of Nusa Penida’s private snorkeling and land tour, with manta rays, Kelingking Beach, lunch, hotel transfers, and practical tips.
“I think I didn't even take 1 photo to record this trip. The Staff is friendly, however, the day we go is a bit cluody and not have much sunshine also. But the tour guide did not advise to change to another day or snorkeling venue. And then, the fast boat is super bumphy and the the sea is super wavy, I vomit 2 times in the boat (but took dizzy pills already before the trip, see how wavy sea that day) And When we getting to the first drop off point, Manta point, the sea is just too wavy and I can't even do snorkeling. It's ok to diving…”
Review of Bali Blue Lagoon snorkeling from Seminyak, with private transfer, lunch, two reef stops, optional waterfalls, tips, and honest drawbacks.
“The drive to the snorkeling spot is a fair distance from Seminyak but interesting to see without the stress of navigation. The actual seaside town is beautiful and the facilities are well equipped. Andre’s team of professionals helped every step of the way and had all the information we needed. The traditional boats are comfortable and sheltered and the trip to the reef is only ten minutes once you’re on the boat. The marine life is abundant with all the characters from finding Nemo that your heart could hope for on the first site along with giant turtles and plenty of clown fish at the second. We had a fantastic…”
Review of Bali’s private Nusa Penida snorkeling tour, with manta rays, coral bays, GoPro photos, lunch, transport, value, and practical tips.
“Fantastic. Guide was amazing! He was kind and really knowledgeable. He showed us various spots he knows.”
Private Nusa Penida snorkeling with manta rays, four reef stops, GoPro photos, lunch, and hotel pickup for $64 per person.
“It was a great experience! Our guide Meesan was amazing. We were able to see dolphins, manta rays, turtles and beautiful corals! Definitely a must do experience, we highly recommend it.”
Snorkel Gili Trawangan, Meno, and Air with turtles, statues, coral, a glass-bottom boat, and optional GoPro photos for $14.
“Amazing tour, Adi our guide was very good. Great snorkelling spots, saw so many fish and turtles, and the guides were great at getting to pro photos which they gave us for free.”
Review of Bali’s private Nusa Penida tour, with Kelingking Beach, manta snorkeling, transport, lunch, value, tips, and honest drawbacks.
“Fantastic tour. Very well planned and coordinated to get as many activities complete in one day. The tour guides did wonderful job handing off to each other as we moved from one activity to the other.”
Review of a private Gili snorkeling tour with coral, turtles, underwater statues, lunch on Gili Meno, costs, tips, and drawbacks.
“This is the BEST snorkeling day trip!! Me and my friend loved the whole morning. Beautiful boat with amazing guides! They took us to 3 different snorkeling places and after snorkeling we had lunch on a beautiful warong by the beach, included in the snorkeling package! They also provide water. And the best part is that the guides will jump in the water with you and film everything for you! We had a GoPro but you can also rent one if you don’t have. Thanks so much to our guides Izzy and Edi, you guys are the best!”
Review of a private Gili Islands snorkeling tour with turtles, statues, coral reefs, lunch on Gili Meno, and hotel pickup.
“The guys the so helpful and professional. They guided us to amazing 4-5 turtles. We enjoyed a lot and would recommend them any day.”
Review of Lombok’s private Gili Nanggu, Sudak, and Kedis snorkeling trip, with practical advice on reefs, beaches, lunch, transport, and value.
“Ayhar our guide was amazing. He was so insightful for the whole drive and then joined us for the day trip. He took us to a remote part on the beaches which we had all to ourselves. The corals were so abundant with fish and simply stunning. Not very overcrowded and very cool transport over. Edwin who did the Snorkeling was also a great driver. We got all the go pro footage before we even left for the day, so smooth. Could not recommend this enough.”
A practical review of Bali’s private Gili snorkeling day trip, covering turtles, underwater statues, fast boats, costs, timing, and who should book.
“It was well managed and organized. The guides for the transport and the activity both were switched on, communicative and made the experience engaging and effortless.”
Swim with turtles, see Gili’s underwater statues, and enjoy private GoPro photos on a flexible snorkeling trip from Gili Meno.
“The Guides were just perfect they were so friendly and helpful. They literally do everything for good photos. Would definitely recommend.”
Review of Bali’s private Nusa Penida tour with manta snorkeling, cliff views, lunch, transport, photos, and practical tips.
“The snorkelling was outstanding. Our guide was so informative and supportive, even in choppy waters. Transportation staff were so kind and navigated the busy roads amazingly. Other staff that helped get our tickets and escort us to the correct waiting area/ferry were also a great attribute and left us with a stress free day! We had so much fun and will be recommending to others”
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