Bali · CRUISES & BOAT TOURS
Benoa harbour at five, dinner on deck, Nusa Dua lights on the way back. These 14 compare catamarans against the bigger dinner boats on food, drink and whether the crossing gets choppy.
Board Bali Hai II near Benoa Harbour for a sunset cruise with welcome drinks, canapés, an international buffet, live music, cabaret, and dancing. Hotel transfers are offered, the cruise lasts about three hours, and the evening suits families, couples, and friends who enjoy dinner with a show.
“The sunset was amazing. The entertainment was excellent. The food was tasty. The DJ played some good tunes.”
You’ll begin with a welcome drink and canapé at Marina Garden in Benoa, then board the 64-foot Aristocat catamaran for a two-and-a-half-hour evening toward Nusa Dua. Expect dinner, live music, hotel transfers, and an intimate setting suited to anniversaries and honeymoons.
“Had a fantastic evening celebrating our 50th anniversary plus a couple got engaged. The food and staff were brilliant”
Spend about three hours aboard the Bali Hai II catamaran, cruising Benoa Harbour at sunset with a welcome drink, canapés, an Indonesian and international buffet, live music, Batak singing, cabaret, and dancing. Hotel pickup is included, with boarding at 3:45 pm.
“The food was great with heaps of selections, both vegetarian and carnivorous. The band was great, pumping out good classic covers with a show at the end of cultural and not so cultural dancing. Met some fun people and had a wonderful time.”
Sail from Benoa Harbour to Nusa Lembongan aboard Bali Hai’s Aristocat catamaran. Expect snacks, drinks, a poolside BBQ, snorkeling, banana boats, a coral viewer, SUP boards, and an optional island tour during this roughly nine-hour day.
“We have been before, as because we liked it we went again. lovely day, village tour rather too fast and not enough time spent talking, stopping and going on Bali time : it is also optional. Lunch was very nice and so was the snorkelling. Lovely return trip to Benoa.”
Travel from Seminyak, Uluwatu, Jimbaran, Nusa Dua, central Canggu, or Ubud by private speedboat to Nusa Penida. Snorkel at manta sites with provided gear, eat lunch on the island, then visit Crystal Bay and Kelingking Cliff with an English-speaking guide.
“We had a great day and with awesome team and boat crew, and were lucky to see and swim with Mantas, shark, turtles, dolphins and other sea life. It was a great day and we are considering doing it again! In the morning the waves were high Read more”
Cruise from Benoa to a private pontoon near Nusa Lembongan for snorkeling, banana boats, a 115-foot waterslide, coral viewing, lunch, and optional scuba or parasailing. A short village tour and hotel transfers are included, but water visibility and sea conditions can vary.
“we paid $175 Aus each to see some dead white coral 20 metres below the surface. If you like thrills, don't go on the banana boat. The blow up banana boat took us on a leasurley 5km/h circle route around the boat. The walking tour was a tour of the local mini mart.. cost way too much for what it is”
From Benoa Harbour, your private English or Japanese-speaking driver-guide takes you toward Ubud for Batuan Temple, Tegenungan Waterfall, coffee tasting, rice terraces, lunch, Celuk jewelry village, and batik. Guides such as Nyoman, Wayan, Andi, and Parti are known for careful driving and local insight.
“Hi Thank to Viator and Bali charm Nyoman our guide/driver was really fantastic. He took us to all the scheduled sites and explained all the traditions and cultural aspects of the sites. He was careful patient driving pointing out many important areas. The trip to the rice Pattie’s was beautiful and lunch he hosted was delicious. We really enjoyed the coffee/tea garden that was enjoyable. The waterfalls was breathtaking site. Then the ancient Hindu temple visited was wonderful. We highly recommend Nyoman as a driver/guide. Thank you again Richard and Helen”
Take a one-way Blue Water Express fast boat from Serangan or Padang Bai to Teluk Kode, Gili Trawangan, or Gili Air. Bali hotel pickup, harbor refreshments, enclosed seating, sundecks, bottled water, and staff luggage help are included. Return passengers arrange their own Lombok transfer.
You’ll cruise from Serangan aboard Honey Milk, a new 13-meter yacht with a flybridge and sundeck, stopping at calm coral gardens, SD Point, Wall Bay, Manta Point, and a beachside lunch spot. Guides such as Jena, Dani, Aden, and Nyoman are praised for friendly service and sharp underwater photos.
“We booked the full-day Nusa Penida tour with Bluuu Tours, and it exceeded every expectation. From the very start, our guides Aden and Dena made us feel taken care of and set the tone for a fun, adventurous day.”
Spend 8 to 10 hours aboard Riki J Yacht, a private 13-meter boat from Serangan to Nusa Penida and Lembongan. You’ll snorkel at calm coral gardens and SD Point, search for giant manta rays, enjoy lunch by a private beach, and receive underwater GoPro footage. Optional transfers and a Nusa Penida car tour cost extra.
“Excellent trip. Lots of time travelling on the boat, plenty of snorkelling time, a lovely lunch spot and very friendly hosts. Had a great day!”
Fish privately from an 11-meter boat near Tepekong Island and Gili Mimpang with an English or Japanese-speaking guide, Shimano and Penn gear, bait, snacks, and lunch included. Hotel pickup is available, and your catch can be cooked at a local restaurant before you return.
“We had an amazing experience, by far the greatest guide we ever coulve asked for! Caught lots of fish. Would definitely recommend.”
You’ll travel from your hotel to Tanjung Benoa for jet skiing, parasailing, and a banana boat ride, then enjoy Indonesian lunch and two hours at Bali Orchid Spa. English-speaking drivers such as Wayan Grata and activity staff such as Bagiarsa may help make the day run smoothly.
“It’s very fun and it’s not overly challenging so no matter what age group you’re in it should be appropriate.”
Spend the day with a private driver exploring Tegenungan, Kanto Lampo, and Ulu Petanu waterfalls, Tegallalang Rice Terrace, and Uma Pakel. Then board a traditional Phinisi sailboat for a buffet dinner at sunset. Guides such as Guna and Komang are known for friendly, relaxed service.
“Hey, truely amazing experience for me and my wife we didn’t expect it to be this awesome the dinner cruise was absolutely fantastic along with the food options and we can’t forget the stunning view while having our meal I’m giving this 5 star review because the experience is unforgettable.”
Travel between Bali and Gili Trawangan, Gili Air, Gili Meno, or Lombok with hotel pickup, an air-conditioned private transfer to Padangbai, fast boat transport, mineral water, and luggage handling. Staff such as Martika and Gede help coordinate the journey and return trip.
“It was good but they convinced us to buy return ticket of them by manipulating that it won't be available later”
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