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15 Things to Do in Nusa Ceningan (No.1 is Heaven)

Hello everyone. We meet again in this very time to talk about some attractions in the special island in the east of Bali called Nusa Ceningan. This island is actually the smallest island between those three Nusas (Nusa Lembongan, Nusa Ceningan, and Nusa Penida). This small island exists between them, and so much smaller than the island of Bali. But, the island may hold greater treasures more than those two.

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We’re here again to provide you with another amazing list of 15 things to do in Nusa Ceningan, Bali. Yeah, that’s true, the area is still inside the territory of Bali island. Some may confuse them with West Nusa Tenggara area. But, even though the island is pretty small, but the choices of attractions are so wide. So let’s start with the first destination, the legendary Blue Lagoon!

1. Blue Lagoon

Well, this first place spot is located in the Island we talking about, Nusa Ceningan. Specifically in Klungkung, Bali. This is the most spectacular yet very scary place in the island. It’s indeed a scary one, because some people visit this because of its jumping spot. Yep you heard me, jumping.

You can jumping from a higher place to the sea. It will take a lot of bravery and sure mind to make it more easy to do. Easy to say, hard to do. Well, if you want to try it that much, you can always come to the Blue Lagoon. Good luck!

Opening Hours : Opens 24 hours
Entry Ticket : Totally free of admission ticket

2. Secret Beach Nusa Ceningan

Another secret that lies in here. Just like the pirates, you as traveler can gather some information about this, and finally search the island looking for the gem. The gem has a name of Secret Beach. You can found the secret beach just by the east side of Blue Lagoon, also still in Nusa Ceningan regency.

You can find this beach worth little rocks on it by going through the little forest before it. After struggling a bit to cross it, finally you can see the clear blue sea complete with unique beach and some rocks to make it looks very exotic.

Opening Hours : Opens every time
Entry Ticket : No admission ticket

3. Gamat Bay Diving Spot

This is the very special place for you who love to do diving in Nusa Ceningan island. This special diving spot between Nusa Ceningan and Tojapakeh regency is the best diving spot in the region. Here’s very special information though, because so many special haven’t fully recognized its existence.

So, we giving this information only for you the dearest readers to find it,and try exploring it with full curiosity and carefulness. Well, give it a shot if you want, and explore this island more deeply to make your holiday full of great experiences.

Opening Hours : No opening hours
Entry Ticket : No admission ticket ( costs for boats and equipments rental only)

4. Ceningan Resort

Time for me time and some relaxing stuff only in the delightful place Ceningan Resort. The resort is very homey, although it’s only a resort after all, temporary resting place. But the sensation it giver will make you feel at home. This 4,7 scored resort can be found in north east area of Nusa Ceningan.

It’s very easy to find it, just by following the road that leads to Bias Munjul attractions. It located near the Jetty Resort and Ceningan divers. All the thing you can do here is enjoying the calm wave of your life, by resting at the hut provided in the area. Time to chill up.

Opening Hours : Open 24 hours
Entry Ticket : No admission ticket (just usual resort costs)

5. Jetty Resort

Located just few meters from Ceningan resort, here stands the Jetty resort that has it special unique way that will spoil you. Like you see above, the other resort uses the “homey material” on its daily services. Just like this Jetty resort. But Jetty resort added some natural aspect to the places.

The existence of coconut trees and other vegetations will make the environment fresher than before. So, the relaxing moments will last more long and more comfortable. Enjoy the good ol’ calmly feelings.

Opening Hours : Open 24 hours
Entry Ticket : No admission ticket (just usual resort costs)

6. Ceningan Divers

What’s more things to do in Nusa Ceningan, Bali? This is the favorite for diving school. Favor by many tourists for its dependable and trust-able services to teaching the tourists about swimming and diving. The guides also very humble to customers, making the lessons more interesting to learn and done.

They’ll gladly help you the diving techniques. And after that, they can take you to the famous buddha diving spot in Nusa Ceningan, which is looks very cool. After all, this is the recommended diving school for newbies, and it’s totally wonderful experience.

Opening Hours : Everyday from 07 am – 11 pm
Entry Ticket : No entry ticket ( Charged for training and lessons)

7. Sea Breeze

Ah, the infamous sea restaurant of Sea Breeze. Located in the upper center of the island. The place’s very comfy. Well while you in there, you can order some stuff like fishes dishes and even kebab! Plus, you can add the delicacy by adding some dessert to you menu like the ice cream for example.

While enjoying your meals, you can take a glance to the sea and the panorama surround it. The atmosphere is somewhat chilling and calming your tiring soul. So, without further explanations, the restaurant is top notch.

Opening Hours : Everyday from 07.30 am – 11 pm
Entry Ticket : No restaurant entrance fee

8. Bakung Temple

There’s one tempe just a few kilometers from Ceningan resorts called Bakung Temple. Like other temples in Bali, the temple is also used for kinds of ceremonial activities. The people always come there every day for doing their prey to the God almighty.

The temple almost looks like a little fort, with a some trees in front of it. The area also a little bigger than other temples in Nusa Ceningan. So, we can call it the largest temple in Nusa Ceningan island. The title says it all.

Opening Hours : Always Opens
Entry Ticket : No entry ticket

9. Next Level Cafe

The next spot is the Next Level Caffe. The cafe provides the next level of menus, starting from normal sandwich to pasta and pizza. Even though the cafe looks pretty simple with bluish decorations, but the looks of it is amazing, especially when you hit the second floor.

The romantic second floor is perfect for couple, doing their stuff while looking to the beautiful sunset on the horizon. The other thing that very good about the cafe, is the fact that they serve a wonderful Banana Cake. It’s so sweetly familiar.

Opening Hours : Opens everyday from 8 am – 10 pm
Entry Ticket : No cafe entrance fee

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10. Pesamuan Lawang Sari Temple

To find the temple, you need to go to the mid Sarang Burung street, on the corner. The place is a very religious spot. Some may call it the solution of life struggle. Some people can find their own way to deal with things in their life, with a peace way.

Everyday, people will come here and do their religious activities in complete silence and peace. So, you may as well respect them by not making any annoying sounds while being in there. The temple looks somewhat magical and be the 10th spot that you can visit in 15 things to do in Nusa Ceningan, Bali.

Opening Hours : Always Opens
Entry Ticket : No entry ticket

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Another Attractions in Nusa Ceningan Bali

We’ve told you about the 10 spots you can visit in this beautiful island. They ain’t complete without the 5 places left. So, here they are :

Batu Melawang Temple, legendary temple of Batu Melawang
The Palms Ceningan Hotel and Restaurants, feel those sweet relaxing moments in here
Driftwood Bar and Zipline, fulfill your needs only in here
Bias Munjul, spot with great artistic value
The Bridge Huts, comfy huts only for you

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That’s all folks, 15 things to do in Nusa Ceningan, Bali. You don’t complete your vacation in Bali if you haven’t visited the three islands in the region. So as a start, you may want to visit this small island first. Have a good weekend!