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NOTICE!
You can see manta rays in two places around Nusa Penida — Manta Bay and Manta Point.
Manta Bay (feeding area) is closer and cheaper, so most snorkeling trips go there — expect a crowded, often chaotic scene with many boats and swimmers.
Manta Point (cleaning area) is farther out and less crowded.
Our approach:
- Safety and respect for the animals first
- Our guides are experienced freediving instructors, not just boat crew; they're in the water with you the entire time, watching currents, spacing, and group safety.
- Every trip starts with a real briefing: manta biology, behavior, and clear rules for respectful interaction — keeping distance, no touching, no chasing, letting the animals set the terms of the encounter.
- We adjust our starting time to avoid crowds and catch calmer conditions — better for your experience and less stressful for the mantas.
- Small groups only, so instructors can actually look after every guest, not just count heads.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The trip starts from Nusa Penida island, not from the Bali mainland! You have to come to Nusa Penida on your own a day before the trip or on the same day by the first speedboat from Sanur. The Freedive Nusa is located at Nusa Penida in the village called Desa Ped in front of Coco Penida Cafe.
What to expect
A comfortable speedboat then picks us up right from the school. Our professional freediving instructors stay in the water with you the whole time as guides — watching currents, boat traffic, and group safety, not just pointing out wildlife.
You will visit 3 spots:
#1. Manta Point
Our priority site for manta encounters.
We keep a respectful distance, so the animals are observed, not chased.
If mantas aren't at Manta Point, our crew will check nearby alternative spots.
#2. Toyapakeh Wall
A beautiful underwater wall covered in coral and reef fish.
#3. SD Point
A relaxed drift along a shallow reef, with a high chance of seeing turtles.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
1) The route and start time may shift based on weather and sea conditions — safety always comes first.
2) This is wild nature: our instructors do everything they can to find mantas, but an encounter is never guaranteed.
3) The open ocean can get choppy. We'll provide seasickness pills if you need them.
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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