Full Day Nusa Penida by Honey Milk Yacht 13 meters

The best part of this day is the boat itself. Honey Milk is a new 13-meter speedboat with twin Yamaha 250-horsepower engines, a flybridge, cushioned sun deck, Bluetooth music, and room to stretch out between snorkeling stops. You are not being ferried across the Bali Strait on a basic transfer boat. You are hiring a private yacht for a full day on the water.

I like the high-quality snorkeling equipment and the fact that underwater GoPro footage is included. I also like the plan of using several different sites, from calm coral gardens near Lembongan to manta territory near Nusa Penida. The main consideration is price: at $627.10 per person, this is a major splurge, especially since the Nusa Penida car tour and private hotel transfers cost extra.

Key points at a glance

• New 13-meter Honey Milk yacht: Twin Yamaha 250-horsepower engines, a flybridge, sun deck mats, Bluetooth audio, towels, fruit, water, and ice.
• Several snorkeling areas: Visit Bali Hai Lagoon, coral gardens near Lembongan, SD Point, Wall Bay, and a manta site.
• Manta rays are possible, not guaranteed: The crew chooses Manta Bay or Manta Point based on conditions and manta activity.
• Lunch at Khamara: Eat beside a private white-sand beach with views and access to a daybed.
• GoPro footage included: Underwater photos and videos are provided at no extra charge.
• Optional land touring: Add a private Nusa Penida car tour for 800,000 IDR per car, up to five people.

Why this yacht day costs so much

This is not priced like a standard group boat trip. The cost buys a private activity for your party, with only your group participating. That matters if you value space, flexible attention from the crew, and a more personal pace.

The boat is the main value. Honey Milk was newly built in 2025 and measures 13 meters, which gives you more room than a small open speedboat. Its twin 250-horsepower Yamaha engines make the crossing quick, while the flybridge and sun deck give you choices when you are not in the water.

You also get practical extras that can add up on a private charter: bottled water, fresh fruit, ice, towels, snorkeling equipment, lunch, landing fees, facility fees, and underwater GoPro footage. The cool box table is a thoughtful touch for a long day in the sun.

Still, do the math before booking. The listed rate is $627.10 per person, and private hotel transportation costs another 300,000 IDR each way for up to five people. If you want to see Kelingking Cliff by car, add 800,000 IDR per vehicle, also for up to five people. For a full group splitting the boat cost, the price may make more sense. For one or two people, it is hard to call this a budget-friendly day.

Starting at Serangan with coffee and pastries

The morning begins at the Bluuu Tours office at Jl. Tukad Punggawa No. 238 in Serangan, south Denpasar. The scheduled start time is 8:30 a.m. You receive a welcome drink, with free-flow coffee by % Arabica, teas, other beverages, and pastries available before departure.

This is a useful start because Serangan is across from the port, and you can get settled before stepping aboard. If you arrange a private transfer, pickup is available from Seminyak, Kuta, Sanur, Kerobokan, Canggu, Ubud, Denpasar, Uluwatu, and Nusa Dua. The extra transfer fee is 300,000 IDR one way for up to five people.

Bring a swimsuit, sunscreen, a hat, and a dry change of clothes. You will be in and out of the water several times, and the boat day lasts about 8 to 10 hours. Towels are supplied, but a small waterproof bag for phones and other personal items is still sensible.

The quick crossing to Nusa Penida

The trip from Serangan to Nusa Penida takes about 30 minutes aboard Honey Milk. That is considerably more pleasant than treating the crossing as a basic transport chore. You can sit on the lower deck, move up to the flybridge, or settle on the sun deck mats with fruit and a cold drink.

The twin engines are useful here because a short crossing leaves more time for the main activities. The tradeoff is that a speedboat can feel lively when the sea is rough. The tour depends on good weather, so poor conditions may lead to a different date or a full refund.

The Bluetooth sound system lets you add music to the ride, though the best use of the boat is often simply enjoying the open water and saving your energy for snorkeling.

Bali Hai Lagoon and Lembongan coral gardens

The first water stop is a quiet lagoon near Nusa Lembongan, described as a secret Bali Hai Lagoon, followed by coral gardens in calm, clear water. You get about an hour here.

This is a smart first stop. The water is calmer than some exposed coastal sites, giving you time to get used to the equipment and the pace of the day. If you are a less confident swimmer, this is likely the gentlest introduction to the snorkeling portion.

The draw is the underwater setting rather than a beach visit. You can expect coral and fish in clear water, but conditions in the sea always affect visibility. Snorkeling is also dependent on currents, wind, and marine conditions. The crew carries quality equipment described as USA quality, which is a real advantage when you are trying to see small fish or stay comfortable in the water.

SD Point and current snorkeling

The next stop is SD Point, on the eastern side of Nusa Penida. This area is known for current snorkeling over coral gardens, with chances to see turtles and many fish. The planned stop lasts about an hour.

Current snorkeling is not the same as floating in a sheltered lagoon. The water moves you along, which can be exciting and lets you cover more of the reef, but it requires attention and comfort in the sea. Listen closely to the guide before entering. Good equipment helps, but it does not remove the need to judge your own swimming ability.

The possibility of turtles makes SD Point one of the more appealing stops. Sightings are never promised, and marine life does not follow a schedule. Still, combining this site with the lagoon means you get two different types of water experience instead of repeating the same setting.

Wall Bay beside the mangroves

Wall Bay follows SD Point, with another hour in the water. Here you snorkel near mangroves and coral reefs, looking for fish and other marine life.

This stop adds variety. Mangroves create a different coastal setting from the open reef, and the scenery around the water gives you something to look at between swims. Three snorkeling locations in one day also give the crew options if one site has poor visibility or difficult currents.

The drawback is that the schedule is active. You are not spending a lazy morning at one beach. You are changing locations, getting in and out of the water, and moving with the boat. That suits people who want a full marine day, but it may feel rushed if you prefer long, quiet stops.

Lunch at Khamara with beach access

After the morning snorkeling, you get about 90 minutes at Khamara Nusa Penida. The setting includes sea views, lunch, access to a private white-sand beach, and a daybed beside the shore.

This is an important pause. A full morning in the water can leave you cold, hungry, and sun-tired. A proper meal and a chance to sit on land make the afternoon more comfortable. The beach access also gives you a break from the boat without turning the day into a long land excursion.

The available details do not specify the exact menu, so do not book this expecting a particular dish. Think of Khamara as a scenic lunch stop built into the yacht day. If you want the private Nusa Penida land tour, that is a separate add-on rather than part of the included lunch stop.

Searching for giant manta rays

The main wildlife goal comes at Manta Bay or Manta Point, depending on manta availability. The planned time here is about an hour, with the chance to swim near giant oceanic manta rays.

This is the moment that can make the day unforgettable, but it is also the part you should approach with realistic expectations. Mantas are wild animals. The crew can choose the better site and take you to places with known activity, but nobody can guarantee a sighting.

The supplied feedback includes several successful manta and turtle encounters, along with praise for guides who helped people feel comfortable in the water. Guides named in the feedback include Aden, Dena, Dani, Jena, Tita, Nyoman, Micky, Eric, Vicky, Derrick, and Morgan. Guide assignments can change, but the repeated strengths were clear: friendly instruction, help with photos, and a relaxed atmosphere between stops.

Give the crew your full attention before entering the water. Follow their directions about where to swim and how to move around the animals. A manta sighting is best treated as a privilege, not a guaranteed product.

Underwater photos and GoPro footage

Underwater footage is included, which adds genuine value to a day built around marine life. The crew can capture photos and video while you snorkel, so you do not have to risk your phone or spend the entire time holding a camera.

This also lets you focus on the experience. Watch the reef, look for turtles, and keep your hands free. The footage may be especially useful for a manta encounter, when you are unlikely to have the attention or equipment needed to record it yourself.

The package describes the material as GoPro footage and says underwater photos and videos are provided at no extra charge. Ask the crew how and when the files will be delivered at the start of the day.

The optional Kelingking Cliff car tour

The yacht plan includes a Kelingking Cliff car tour, but the separate pricing information lists a private Nusa Penida land tour at 800,000 IDR per car for up to five people. Confirm this add-on when booking so you know exactly what is included in your chosen package.

Kelingking is the iconic cliff viewpoint, but adding it changes the rhythm of the day. You would be leaving the water, getting into a car, and visiting a busy land viewpoint after several hours of snorkeling. That may be worthwhile if this is your only Nusa Penida visit, but it also makes an already full schedule even more demanding.

If your priority is manta rays, coral, and time aboard the yacht, you may prefer to skip the land tour. If seeing Kelingking is a personal must, adding the car is practical because it avoids trying to arrange transport once you reach the island.

Returning to Serangan and choosing your transport

The day ends back at the Serangan office, where a hot shower is available. That shower is more valuable than it sounds after a day of salt water, sunscreen, and boat spray.

You can also finish at Toya Pakeh Harbor in Nusa Penida instead, if that suits your plans. This option matters if you are staying on the island or continuing from there, but confirm the arrangement before departure.

Private transfers are available to many Bali areas, including Seminyak, where the experience is marketed. Since the tour starts in Serangan, check the pickup time and added fee rather than assuming hotel transport is included.

Who will get the most from this day

I would choose Honey Milk for a group that wants a private boat and plans to spend most of the day on the water. It suits confident swimmers, couples celebrating something special, families who value their own space, and friends who can split the charter cost.

It is also a good choice if underwater photos matter to you. The included GoPro footage, towels, fruit, water, ice, and quality equipment reduce the amount of gear you need to bring.

I would think twice if you dislike speedboats, have limited swimming confidence, or want a slow beach day. The schedule includes several water stops, a long day in the sun, and only a short land visit unless you pay for the Kelingking car tour.

Booking, cancellation, and weather notes

Confirmation is provided at booking, and mobile tickets are available. Service animals are allowed, and the tour is listed as suitable for most people, but the water-based plan still requires you to be honest about your comfort and ability in the sea.

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the 8:30 a.m. start time. Changes made within 24 hours are not accepted, and late cancellations are not refunded. Since the trip requires good weather, a weather cancellation brings the choice of another date or a full refund.

Should you book Honey Milk?

Book it if the private 13-meter yacht is the point. You are paying for space, a fast crossing, a flexible boat day, several reef sites, a manta search, lunch, and underwater footage. That is a strong package for a group that wants comfort and does not want to share a standard excursion boat.

Skip it if the price stretches your budget or if you mainly want to visit Kelingking Cliff. In that case, a land-based Nusa Penida trip may be a better match. But if your ideal day includes turtles, coral gardens, manta rays, a private beach lunch, and a comfortable boat ride back to Bali, Honey Milk gives you a well-planned way to do it in one long day.

FAQ

Where does the Honey Milk yacht tour start?

It starts at the Boat Tours and Rental Bali Nusa Penida office at Jl. Tukad Punggawa No. 238 in Serangan, Denpasar Selatan, Bali.

What time does the tour begin?

The scheduled start time is 8:30 a.m.

How long does the tour last?

The full experience takes approximately 8 to 10 hours.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. This is listed as a private activity, and only your group participates.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Yes. Snorkeling equipment, towels, bottled water, lunch, landing and facility fees, and underwater GoPro footage are included.

Are manta rays guaranteed?

No. The crew visits Manta Bay or Manta Point depending on manta availability, so sightings cannot be guaranteed.

What costs extra?

A private Nusa Penida land tour costs 800,000 IDR per car for up to five people. Private transfers to or from your accommodation cost 300,000 IDR one way for up to five people.