Healthy
reef-life in clear waters off
Non-divers
should not feel left out, as good snorkeling is available close inshore at
various spots around the island. Perhaps the two best areas are Mushroom Bay on
the west coast, and the mangroves on the northern tip. Equipment can be hired
from your hotel or on the beach, and depending on the quality of the gear, you
should expect to pay Rp 20,000-50,000 for renting a mask, snorkel and set of
fins.
If
you fancy getting further offshore, dive shops may sell you a snorkeling space
on a scheduled dive boat, subject to availability. Also, local boatmen are
willing to take you by boat to various snorkeling spots. Depending on the
number of snorkeling spots you want to visit, a boat trip can be arranged for
about Rp 200,000-300,000 (including snorkeling gear). An enjoyable snorkelling
spot reached by boat only is the west coast of neighbouring Nusa penida, with Crystal Bay being especially
rewarding. There is a strong current along this coast. The boatman will drop
you off at the beginning of the current, and you can drift while snorkeling
along the drop off wall with beautiful coral and loads of fish. The boatmen
will follow you and pick you up at the end of the drift.
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