Balitravelescape Sunrise Fishing Trip from Sanur: 5 Hours, Private Boat, Hotel Pickup
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The Balitravelescape sunrise fishing trip is a private 5-hour boat outing off Sanur on Bali's south-east coast, from $84 per person with hotel pickup.
Gear, bait and a soft drink are included, food is not, and the trip holds 5.0/5 from 12 reviews on GetYourGuide.
Balitravelescape
Private Sunrise Fishing and Sightseeing Boat Trip
5.0 (12) · from $84
The Balitravelescape sunrise fishing trip puts you on a private boat for 4 to 5 hours of fishing, starting early enough to catch daybreak, with a driver collecting you from your hotel in the dark and returning you when you finish.
The detail that matters is where you fish. The listing does not name a departure point, but reviewers describe leaving from Sanur Beach, and the description promotes the Sanur panorama as the sightseeing part.
Sanur's sea is rougher than the north coast, averaging 1.2 to 1.7 m in daily maximum waves, so most reviewers ended up reef fishing near the coast. For a cheaper trip from the east coast, see the fishing charters in Bali, the Bali boat tours hub or the home page.
| Operator | Balitravelescape, listed on GetYourGuide as the activity provider |
|---|---|
| Boat type and capacity | Private fishing boat with a captain; boat size and capacity are not stated on the listing |
| Price | From $83.52 per person on GetYourGuide (USD, checked 2026-10-17); private group |
| Duration | 5 hours, including 4 to 5 hours of fishing |
| Departure times | Not stated. To see sunrise you must be afloat around 05:55 in October; ask for your exact pickup time |
| Start point | Not named on the listing; reviewers describe Sanur Beach. Sanur Beach on Google Maps |
| Target fish | Barracuda, snapper, mahi-mahi, wahoo and sailfish by season; giant trevally and dogtooth tuna in east Bali, per the description |
| Food and drinks | Soft drink on the boat included; food not included |
| Languages | English |
| Cancellation | Free up to 24 hours before for a full refund |
| Rating | 5.0/5 from 12 reviews on GetYourGuide |
What is the Balitravelescape sunrise fishing trip and what do you see?
It is a private early-morning fishing outing with a short sightseeing element, built around the sunrise over the sea off Sanur.
- Sunrise on the water: reviewers single out the sunrise as the highlight and one saw a flock of dolphins.
- Trolling: several accounts start and end the day trolling for big fish, with few strikes.
- Reef fishing: the middle of the trip hops between reef spots, and two reviewers report landing more than 40 and 60 fish.
- Sanur panorama: the description recommends the Sanur coastline view from the boat.
The description says big fish depend on the season, and the weather decides which method works, so take the catch counts as best cases.
Where does the Balitravelescape sunrise fishing trip start?
The listing names no meeting point, and a driver brings you from your hotel, with reviewers placing the departure at Sanur Beach.
Because the pickup is part of the package, the start point matters less than the pickup time. Ask the operator for the confirmed pickup after you book, since a sunrise start means leaving the hotel while it is dark.
| From | To | Free-flow road time | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kuta | Sanur Beach | 17 min, 15.9 km (OSRM, no traffic modelled) | Driving route on Google Maps |
| Seminyak | Sanur Beach | 16 min, 16.0 km | Driving route on Google Maps |
| Canggu | Sanur Beach | 22 min, 21.6 km | Driving route on Google Maps |
| Ubud | Sanur Beach | 22 min, 22.4 km | Driving route on Google Maps |
| Nusa Dua | Sanur Beach | 22 min, 21.6 km | Driving route on Google Maps |
What does the morning look like, step by step?
The morning follows five steps, from the dark pickup to the drop-off with your catch.
- A private car collects you at your hotel before dawn, with an English-speaking driver.
- You transfer to the departure point on the Sanur coast and board with the captain.
- You troll in open water at first, and the bait and rods are set up for you.
- Mid-trip you hop between reef spots for a mix of reef fish.
- You troll again on the way back, then are driven to your hotel or to a restaurant that will cook the catch.
The only named place is Sanur: Sanur on Google Maps.
How long is the trip and when does it sail?
The trip is 5 hours with 4 to 5 hours of fishing, and the start is timed around sunrise.
Sunrise in Sanur runs from 05:47 in November to 06:33 in July, so the pickup moves by about 45 minutes across the year. The listing gives no times, so ask which pickup you will get.
What is included and what costs extra?
You get the boat, the captain, the transfer, rods and bait, and a soft drink, and you pay separately for food.
| Item | Status | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel pickup and drop-off | Included | Private car with an English-speaking driver |
| Fishing guide or captain | Included | Expert guide per the listing |
| Fishing gear and bait | Included | Set up for you |
| Soft drink on the boat | Included | Only drink listed |
| Food | Extra | Not included |
| Personal expenses | Extra | Not included |
Bring sunglasses, a sun hat, sunscreen and a camera, as the listing suggests. Baby strollers cannot come.
How does the Balitravelescape sunrise fishing trip compare with other trips?
It is the most expensive of the fishing trips I track for Bali that stay under $100, and the only one built around daybreak.
| Tour | Price | Length | Focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balitravelescape sunrise fishing (this page) | $84 | 5 h | Sunrise, trolling and reef fishing off Sanur |
| Balitravelescape private fishing from Padang Bai | $55 | 5-7 h | East-coast fishing, same operator |
| Saka Putu private fishing tour | $30 | 2.5-8 h | Calm north-coast hand lines |
| Amed jukung sunrise or sunset sail | $25 | 1.5 h | Sailing, not fishing |
The same operator's Padang Bai trip costs $29 less and fishes the east coast, so the extra you pay here buys the sunrise timing and the short Sanur transfer.
Is the Balitravelescape sunrise fishing trip worth it versus the Padang Bai trip?
It is worth it for the sunrise and the short transfer from the south resorts, and not worth the extra money if you mostly want fish.
- Book it if: you are staying in Kuta, Seminyak, Sanur or Nusa Dua and want the shortest transfer, 17 to 22 minutes in free-flow routing.
- Skip it if: you want the east-coast big-fish water; the cheaper Padang Bai trip is the same operator.
- Value check: $16.80 per hour is above the $11.50 median, and the 4 to 5 hours of fishing are the same as on the cheaper trip.
For a first fishing morning with children or friends, I'd book this one for the sunrise and the catch count, then choose Padang Bai if price matters more.
When is the best time to go?
April and August have the fewest rainy days in the 2025 data (13 each), and the sea is calmest in November and January.
| Month | Avg high 2025 | Days with 1 mm+ rain | Avg daily max wave | Sunrise / sunset (WITA) | On the water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 29.2°C | 31 | 1.2 m | 06:09 / 18:46 | Rainiest month: pack a light rain cover |
| Feb | 30.1°C | 23 | 1.5 m | 06:20 / 18:45 | Typical: moderate sea, mixed cloud |
| Mar | 30.8°C | 26 | 1.4 m | 06:22 / 18:33 | Typical: moderate sea, mixed cloud |
| Apr | 31.3°C | 13 | 1.3 m | 06:20 / 18:17 | Drier month: best odds of a clear sunrise |
| May | 30.1°C | 28 | 1.5 m | 06:22 / 18:07 | Rainiest month: pack a light rain cover |
| Jun | 28.8°C | 20 | 1.7 m | 06:29 / 18:09 | Windiest, choppiest months: reef fishing is the likely plan |
| Jul | 28.0°C | 16 | 1.7 m | 06:33 / 18:15 | Windiest, choppiest months: reef fishing is the likely plan |
| Aug | 28.7°C | 13 | 1.5 m | 06:27 / 18:19 | Drier month: best odds of a clear sunrise |
| Sep | 29.0°C | 18 | 1.5 m | 06:11 / 18:16 | Typical: moderate sea, mixed cloud |
| Oct | 30.1°C | 22 | 1.4 m | 05:55 / 18:14 | Typical: moderate sea, mixed cloud |
| Nov | 30.2°C | 22 | 1.2 m | 05:47 / 18:19 | Typical: moderate sea, mixed cloud |
| Dec | 30.8°C | 23 | 1.3 m | 05:53 / 18:33 | Typical: moderate sea, mixed cloud |
Wave heights come from a global marine model, so they show the typical exposure of the coast and not the sea on your date. A July reviewer reported strong winds that kept the boat out of deeper water, which fits the table's June and July peak.
IDR 150,000 is the one-time levy international visitors pay in Bali under Provincial Regulation 2 of 2025.
What do passengers say?
All 10 reviews I could read score 5 out of 5, so the sample is positive-only and says little about a poor day.
- Guide and crew - the most repeated theme, with one guide named in several reviews.
- Catch counts - reef fish by the dozen; big fish were harder.
- Wind - one July party could not reach deeper water because of wind.
- Language - one reviewer says the captain spoke little English, which did not bother them.
Who should skip the Balitravelescape sunrise fishing trip?
Skip it if you dislike early starts, get seasick in a short chop, or want a hot breakfast included.
- Early-start avoiders: the whole point is the dawn.
- Families with babies: strollers cannot come and the sea off Sanur averages 1.2 to 1.7 m at its highest.
- Calm-water seekers: look at the Bali boat tours hub for the Lovina and Amed options.
How do you book the Balitravelescape sunrise fishing trip?
From $84 per person for a private 5-hour fishing trip with hotel pickup, gear, bait and a soft drink; free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
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Message the operator after booking to confirm the pickup time. For national fisheries policy, the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries is the Indonesian authority.
Frequently asked questions
What time does the Balitravelescape sunrise fishing trip start?
The listing gives no time. Sunrise in Sanur on 15 October 2026 is 05:55, so expect a pickup well before that.
Is food included on the sunrise fishing trip in Bali?
No, only a soft drink on the boat is included. Eat before you leave or plan a meal afterwards.
Where does the sunrise fishing trip leave from?
The listing does not name it. Reviewers describe a departure from Sanur Beach after a hotel transfer.
How long is the Balitravelescape sunrise fishing trip?
It lasts 5 hours, with 4 to 5 hours of actual fishing.
Can I keep the fish I catch on the Sanur trip?
Reviewers took fish home to be cooked at their hotel or at a restaurant, and the listing text mentions bringing fish back. Confirm with the operator.
Is the sunrise fishing trip private?
Yes, the listing marks it as a private group.
Do I need fishing experience?
The listing includes a guide who explains the gear and methods, so beginners are covered; one reviewer's party were self-described poor fishermen and still enjoyed the day.
What fish can I catch off Sanur?
The description lists barracuda, snapper, mahi-mahi, wahoo and sailfish depending on season, plus giant trevally and dogtooth tuna for east Bali.
What should I bring?
Sunglasses, a sun hat, a camera and sunscreen, per the listing.
Can I cancel the sunrise fishing trip?
Yes, free of charge up to 24 hours before for a full refund.
Sources: GetYourGuide listing (product 1334545); Love Bali, Bali Provincial Government; Indonesian Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries; Open-Meteo Marine and historical weather APIs; OSRM routing; sunrise-sunset.org.
