Lembongan Island

my friends told me that lembongan island is one of many best island

in Bali. She said that Nusa Lembongan, is a small island between Bali and
Nusa Penida in Badung Strait, is the perfect holiday hideaway with few
visitors and pristine un-spoilt beaches. Life on Nusa Lembongan is very
relaxing, with cool breezes, little traffic, no big hotels, no pollution, no
stress, no photocopy machines, and hardly any telephones. Best of all,
there are almost no pedagang acung (pushy vendors) and few thieves
Lembongan Island or in the Balinese language called Nusa
Lembongan is a small island located at 8 ° 40.906'LU 115 °
27.067'BT Coordinates : 8 ° 40.906'LU 115 ° 27.067'BTwhich is adjacent
to Nusa Ceningan and 2 km to the northwest of Nusa Penida is located
in the Badung Strait in the southeast of Bali Island . The island, which is 4.6
km long and 1-1.5 km wide, is located approximately 11 km southeast of
Bali. Administratively, the island belongs to Klungkung Regency , Bali
Province , Indonesia . The main livelihood of the people of Nusa
Lembongan is as seaweed farmers. Some work in the tourism sector and
tourism support sectors. Nusa Lembongan is divided into two villages
namely Lembongan Village and Jungubatu Village. Lembongan Village
oversees 6 hamlets and 12 banjar adat, whose territory is located on two
islands, mostly Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Ceningan. The six hamlets
supporting Lembongan Village are; Dusun Kawan, Kaja, Kelod, Kangin,
Ceningan Kawan and Ceningan Kangin (the last two hamlets are located in
Nusa Ceningan). Lembongan Village has many interesting places for
tourists to visit such as a very attractive white sandy beach, unique natural
and artificial caves, challenging sea cliffs, mysterious swamps that attract
visitors to come and many more interesting in the Village Lembongan. The
interesting and famous beaches in Lembongan Village are among
others; Pai Tanjung Sanghyang, Dream Beach, Selagimpak, Selambung,
Sunset Beach, Pemalikan, Lebaoh (seaweed center beach) etc. Other
places visited by tourists include; Underground House Gala-gala, Goa
Sarang Walet Batu Melawang, Art Shop Center Buanyaran, Pegadungan
Swamp, Romantic Places Kolong Pandan Sunset Park etc. Transportation
to and from Nusa Lembongan and Lembongan Village to Bali Island is
reached by sea; to and from east Bali via Tri Buwana - Bias Munjul
Ceningan kangin harbor route, from and to West Bali via the Port of Sanur
Denpasar - Tanjung Sanghyang Lembongan Port. Long journey from sanur
to Tanjung Sanghyang Lembongan about 1 - 1.5 hours using jukung
(jangolan) and about 30 minutes if using speed boat. Transportation from
and to Lembongan Village there are morning using jukung, day and
afternoon using speed boat.

Here are our top 10 things to do in Nusa Lembongan

1. Do A Snorkelling Trip

This island is well known for many great spots.

Go on a tour early morning starting at Nusa Penida, where you can swim
with Mantra Rays, then continue across choppy waters to Nusa Ceningan and
swim in the lagoon.
2. Visit Mangrove Forest in Nusa Lembongan

Hire a local boat, paddle boat, gondola, stand up paddle board or kayak for
less than IDR 100 000 (you may have to pay a bit more) and discover this
quiet, relaxing and magical place.

The forest is unique, and you can spot some beautiful birds if you are quiet
enough.

There is a small entry fee to get to the Mangrove Forest road, but that’s

only 30-50 000 depending on the person standing at the entrance.
3. Discover best beaches of Nusa Lembongan

Nusa Lembongan has many hidden beaches where you can relax and
swim in warm blue waters.

Jangut Batu Beach is the longest and seen from the hill (or Panorama
Restaurant), has great surf, but it’s not as pleasant for regular swimmers.
Dream Beach (located close to Devil’s Tear), Sandy Bay, Mushroom
Beach or Coconut Bay – all are great for relaxing day out where you can
lie down and catch some sunshine.

4. Go And See A Seaweed Farm

Nusa
Lembongan seaweed farm sitting in the channel between two islands
is one of the places you must visit.
The suspended bridge along with small boats and seaweed plantation are
just picture perfect.

We spent an almost entire day here at one (of many) restaurants

overlooking this magnificent place and watched farmers at their work until
sunset.
5. Eat At Some Of The Best Resturants In Nusa Lembongan

The island has many

restaurants worth mentioning. We’ve checked and recommended these:
J. Hai Bar & Grill (prawns), Sandy Bay Beach Club ( BQ Tuna or Mahi
Mahi), Panorama Restaurant ( Nasi Goreng), Dream Beach Restaurant (
Curry), Warung Patu (Nasi Goreng) and finally Bali Eco Deli (salads).
6. Watch A Few Dolphins

Dolphins are regularly seen at the cliff side of the island.

Just be patient and don’t give up and you’ll be rewarded 

7. Have a drink – Nusa Lembongan nightlife

Great spots to enjoy a glass of wine or cold Bintang are countless, but
some that have good view include:
Panorama Restaurant, Blue Corner Bar & Restaurant, The Deck Cafe
& Bar and for organic coffee and juice check Bali Eco Delior Two
Towers Coffee Shop.