Snorkeling Experience in Nusa Penida

My goal was clear: to see manta rays on a half-day snorkeling trip. So, before the trip, I researched a lot online to increase my chances. Let me start with the result: I give it a five-star rating! Because I finally saw a manta ray as big as a car – it was so shocking! Experience: Here are the key points I considered: 1. Private small group, high flexibility I didn't choose a large group tour because I saw many posts mentioning a lower chance of seeing mantas. A private small group is more expensive (equivalent to chartering a boat), but I thought this company's price was reasonable and acceptable. 2. Choose the earliest time slot (7:00 AM) The water is clearer, and the fish are more abundant. The meeting point is right on the beach, but the map makes it look hard to find. After getting off the road, you have to walk along a small path to the beach. It's recommended to leave early to avoid wasting time finding the way. The signal there is also very poor. 3. Chance of seeing manta rays: According to online information, Manta Point > Manta Bay (note that they are different spots). However, this is a package tour, and the first spot is usually Manta Bay. So, before departure, I communicated with the shop on-site, stating that if I didn't see anything in the Bay, I wanted to go to the farther Manta Point. The shop said it would cost extra, which makes sense because the distance is about twice as far. I also found online that it costs extra. The final negotiated price was an additional TWD 2400, and the boat could take us to the Point. However, they warned that even if we went, there was no guarantee of seeing anything. The weather that day wasn't great either, but we came all the way here, so let's go for it! Along the way, the captain was diligently looking for traces of manta rays. If there weren't any, we kept going, and then finally arrived at the Point before getting in the water. After about 15 minutes in the water, I thought maybe I wasn't meant to see them... suddenly, it appeared!! Its wings were swimming so cutely! So huge! This was my first time seeing a wild manta ray up close – totally worth it! Other foreigners on the boat jumped into the water very excitedly, kicking their fins to get closer to take pictures, and even bumping into me. I didn't expect a stampede to happen in the sea... The guide also dove down to help take pictures and videos. The second dive spot seemed to be Diamond Beach. The water was warm, and there were many fish. I thought it was great too (those who are afraid of the cold or sun should wear a wetsuit or rash guard; the shop doesn't have any to rent). Small drawback: I didn't receive any contact from the shop the night before, and the address seemed difficult to find. We later asked the hotel to help us call them to confirm the location. Just a small complaint, I hope they can improve this. Summary: If you have limited travel time and only have a half-day tour, and your friends are afraid of diving but you still want to see manta rays – this long post is for you. This company is a worthy option to consider. I also did everything I could to increase the chances: wake up early, willing to pay a little extra, and be mentally prepared (after all, no one can guarantee wild animals). I wish everyone gets what they want and unlocks a new life experience!

A super enjoyable snorkeling trip，The tour guide took great care to attend to everyone，Take a photo of us，And I also saw manta and beautiful little fish，If there is a chance, I will come back to this snorkeling shop to do snorkeling again，Oh, by the way, you can also feed the fish，I'm really overjoyed，And also, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to them.

The day I went scuba diving was fun and I was lucky enough to meet a manta. Manta swims very fast and can only be found for a short while. My favorite thing is to swim with the current at point number 4. If you are weak, you can consider going to 3 points which is enough.

Very worthwhile. The shop will chat with you 1 day in advance to make an appointment. We arrive at the shop at 9:00 a.m. The shop walked into the row behind the beach. After checking in, I went to choose glasses and fins. They are very good. There are many sizes to choose from. You don't have to bring it yourself. Diving goggles are very good. Close to your face, no water leaks, strong waves, strong sun, very drunk. The first place where you might see stingrays. Bad luck didn't find it. But we met a dolphin. 2 jump instead The last point is the best. The coral nests were so beautiful that we would be swept away by the current for several kilometers. Taking pictures under here is very beautiful. The group of fish is very beautiful. swimming around us The shop will go down and take underwater photos for you. No additional charge We can just chat and provide picture files.

It was the most amazing experience. They took us to the really good spots. We saw Manta Ray, the other beautiful fishes and some people even saw the turtle.

this was an amazing snorkelling tour. there were 4 stops and we were out for about 2.5hrs. the staff were friendly and spoke good English. I might go again if I have time before I go back to Bali

nice service and a good boat. we were in total with 15 on the boat. we didn't saw the manta, but that's not the fault of.them.but because of the weather. so a reason for coming.back and book this tour again. also they make pictures with the GoPro for free

All the staff are friendly and goggles before departure. I lend it according to the size of the flippers. Departure was at 10 o'clock, and when I returned after snorkeling, it was a little after 12 o'clock.

Got a great price for 4 pax. Had a difficult time finding the vendor shop. Had to go ask for few places to find out that vendor passed on the sub vendor. Finally they agreed to list our names. Once that was done it was smooth and we had to follow instructions. We stored our luggage at sparrow vendor shop...they shared pictures thru Google pics link. the snorkelling instructions provided by team on boat were good. Tina was taking care of our kids, all the time monitoring during gamat bay spot where I didn't dive due to exhaustion. Heartful thanks to Tina.

I can only say it's super good! The staff is very good and enthusiastic. I can't swim and I was given a suitable life jacket. I was very scared at first. The first point had big waves, the second point had a lot of small fish, and the photo was also very good. The third point was closer to the shore, and you could also see schools of fish. The fee included taking photos and videos, which is great value for money!