Wonderland Penida GoPro Snorkeling: 3-Spot Day Trip From Sanur
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The Wonderland Penida GoPro snorkeling trip costs about $44 per person for a 6 to 11.5 hour day with a fast boat from Sanur and 2 hours of snorkeling.
GetYourGuide rates it 4.7/5 from 3,300+ reviews; the ferry leaves Sanur at 07:30 or 08:00, and lunch is not listed.
CV Wonderland Manta penida
From Bali 3-Spot Nusa Penida Snorkeling w/ GoPro & West Tour
4.6 (3,303) · from $44
The Wonderland Penida GoPro snorkeling trip is a full-day outing that crosses from Sanur Harbour to Nusa Penida by fast boat and snorkels three spots: Manta Bay, Crystal Bay and Gamat Bay. It costs about $44 per person with CV Wonderland Manta Penida.
The detail that changes the decision is how much of the day is water time. The listing states 2 hours of snorkeling inside a day of 6 to 11.5 hours, and the rest is crossing, driving and waiting.
The other change is the land option: Kelingking Beach and Broken Beach are sold as a separate choice, so check which option you have picked.
For more trips from the same island, see boat tours in Bali or the Harbour Advisor home page.
| Operator | CV Wonderland Manta Penida |
|---|---|
| Boat | Fast boat from Bali to Nusa Penida, then a snorkeling boat with a guide; capacity not stated |
| Price | $44 per person (checked price $44.06) |
| Duration | 6 to 11.5 hours, with 2 hours of snorkeling |
| Departure | Ferry leaves Bali at 07:30 or 08:00; hotel pickup 06:15-06:30 with the transfer option |
| Meeting point | Axe Stone Fast Boats, Sanur Harbour, on Google Maps |
| Snorkel spots | Manta Bay, Crystal Bay, Gamat Bay |
| Gear and photos | Mask, snorkel, fins, life jacket, towel, shower, GoPro with footage emailed later |
| Languages | English, Indonesian, French, Korean |
| Cancellation | Free up to 24 hours before the start |
| Rating | 4.7/5 from 3,300+ reviews on GetYourGuide (the search scrape shows 4.6) |
What is the Wonderland Penida GoPro snorkeling trip and what do you get?
It is a guided snorkel day to Nusa Penida's reefs with a speedboat crossing from Sanur and a GoPro that films you in the water.
- Crossing - a round-trip speedboat transfer between Sanur and Nusa Penida.
- Three spots - Manta Bay, Crystal Bay and Gamat Bay, with moray eels and turtles named in the highlights.
- GoPro - a guide films the swim, and a download link reaches your booking email 8 to 12 hours after the activity starts.
- Land option - a west-coast drive to Kelingking Beach and Broken Beach, sold as its own option.
The listing says that if Manta Bay is not reachable, the crew uses a safer alternative. Mantas are wild animals and the schedule is set by the sea, not by the booking.
Where does the trip leave from and how do you get there?
You meet the crew at Axe Stone Fast Boats on Sanur Harbour, on Bali's east coast, and the fast boat leaves at 07:30 or 08:00.
With the transfer option, a shared vehicle collects you from your Bali hotel between 06:15 and 06:30. The pickup time is confirmed by WhatsApp by 8:30 p.m. the evening before, so provide a working number. Without the transfer, you reach the harbour yourself; Bali has no public transport that the listing mentions.
What is the route, spot by spot?
The route has three snorkel stops and one optional land leg, and the listing says the spots can be swapped on the day for safety.
| Spot | What the listing says | Map |
|---|---|---|
| Manta Bay | Swim with manta rays; reef; alternative spot if the sea blocks it | Manta Bay |
| Crystal Bay | Colourful coral reefs | Crystal Bay |
| Gamat Bay | Moray eels and turtles | Gamat Bay |
| Kelingking Beach | Land tour option only | Kelingking Beach |
| Broken Beach | Land tour option only | Broken Beach |
Open the Maps links on the table before you go; the stops lie on the south-west and west coast of the island, and the spread explains the long day.
How long is the day and when does it sail?
The listing quotes a total of 6 to 11.5 hours, of which 2 hours are snorkeling, and the range depends on the option and the road.
| Step | Time |
|---|---|
| Hotel pickup (transfer option) | 06:15-06:30 |
| Fast boat leaves Sanur | 07:30 or 08:00 |
| Snorkeling across the spots | 2 hours in total |
| Land tour (option only) | Not timed in the listing |
| Return crossing and drop-off | Not timed in the listing |
The listing gives no return time. Ask the operator before you book an evening flight or dinner.
What is included and what is extra?
The ticket covers the crossing, the gear and the GoPro, while the land tour, pickup and food depend on the option.
| Item | Status |
|---|---|
| Round-trip speedboat crossing | Included |
| Snorkel boat, guide, mask, snorkel, fins, life jacket | Included |
| GoPro photos and videos, towel, shower | Included |
| Mineral water, insurance, taxes and fees | Included |
| Local entry fees to all spots | Included |
| Shared hotel pickup and drop-off | Only with the transfer option |
| Island car and driver for the land tour | Only with the island tour option |
| Lunch, snacks, tips | Not listed |
The listing shows the transfer inside its included list with a condition, so I read it as an option. Alcohol and drugs, baby carriages and touching marine life or plants are all banned.
How does it compare with the other Nusa Penida trips?
It is the only Penida trip in my set that bundles the crossing, three spots and a GoPro, and it costs about $16 more than the cheapest.
| Trip | Price | Duration | Snorkeling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wonderland Penida GoPro snorkeling, 3 spots | $44 | 6-11.5 hours | 2 hours, 3 spots |
| Wonderland Manta Point and West Coast | $28 | 3-9 hours | 3 hours, Manta Point first |
| Lembongan Water Sport 3-spot tour | $47 | 6-9.5 hours | 3 spots, lunch buffet option |
| Private yacht to Nusa Penida | $496 | 9-10 hours | Private |
The Manta Point trip from the same company lists no crossing in its included items, so the $16 gap probably pays largely for the boat ride from Sanur. All of these are grouped on the page for snorkeling tours in Bali.
Is the Wonderland Penida GoPro snorkeling worth it over the cheaper Manta Point trip?
It is worth it if you are staying on the south or east coast and want the crossing and pickup solved in one ticket, and the cheaper trip is better if you can already reach Penida.
The price per hour of $3.83 sits below the $6.40 median for the Bali set, which makes this the better value of the two Wonderland trips per hour, even though the ticket costs more. The trade-off is time in the water: 2 hours here against 3 on the Manta Point trip.
- Pick the 3-spot trip for variety, the crossing and pickup included, and photos you do not have to take.
- Pick the Manta Point trip if you are already on Penida or want more minutes in the water.
- Add the land option only if you have a free day, not a half-day.
For a first Penida day from Sanur, I'd book the three-spot option with the transfer and keep the land tour for another visit.
When is the best time of year for Nusa Penida snorkeling?
The sea off Nusa Penida runs 1.3 to 1.9 m in the monthly mean, with the roughest months in June and July, so the calmer window is November to January.
| Month | Avg high °C | Days with 1 mm+ | Wave m off Nusa Penida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 29.2 | 31 | 1.4 |
| Feb | 30.1 | 23 | 1.7 |
| Mar | 30.8 | 26 | 1.5 |
| Apr | 31.3 | 13 | 1.5 |
| May | 30.1 | 28 | 1.6 |
| Jun | 28.8 | 20 | 1.9 |
| Jul | 28.0 | 16 | 1.9 |
| Aug | 28.7 | 13 | 1.7 |
| Sep | 29.0 | 18 | 1.7 |
| Oct | 30.1 | 22 | 1.6 |
| Nov | 30.2 | 22 | 1.3 |
| Dec | 30.8 | 23 | 1.4 |
The rain-day column counts any day with 1 mm or more on a reanalysis grid, which includes light showers, so use it to rank months. Wave height is the better guide for a boat trip, and it is a daily maximum, so individual days vary a lot: last week ranged from 1.3 to 2.6 m.
IDR 150,000 is the levy that international visitors pay once per visit to Bali, through the Love Bali site.
That levy is separate from the ticket. For daily sea-state warnings, Indonesia's weather agency publishes a wave forecast on its maritime weather site.
How hard is the swim, and who is it for?
The listing requires guests to be confident swimmers who are comfortable in open ocean, and reviewers describe strong currents on a related trip.
- Swimming level - open-water confidence is expected, though a life jacket is provided.
- Guides in the water - the listing names a snorkeling guide, and reviewers say the guides film and help.
- Road - the land option crosses narrow, bumpy roads.
- Seasickness - tablets are sold by staff, and the listing advises eating beforehand.
Pick the quieter spot or the shorter trip if anyone in the group is a weak swimmer.
What do passengers say about this Penida trip?
The eight snippets I read are all positive and mostly about people, not reefs, so this is a positive-only sample of a 3,300-review listing.
- Guides and drivers - seven of eight name or praise a guide or driver, and two mention commentary or history at the spots.
- Sightings - one reviewer saw sea turtles, and another praised the corals.
- Roads - one praised the driver's handling of the narrow roads.
- Transfers - one traveller was moved from Kuta to Sanur before the boat.
I did not find a complaint in the sample, which is why I would still read the newest reviews on the listing before booking.
Who should skip the Wonderland Penida snorkeling trip?
Skip it if you cannot swim comfortably in open water, if you dislike long days or if you want a guaranteed manta sighting.
- Weak swimmers - the listing asks for confidence in open ocean.
- Short-day travellers - the day runs up to 11.5 hours.
- Guarantee seekers - Manta Bay can be swapped for another spot.
- Travellers with babies - baby carriages are not allowed.
You can compare other options on the Bali boat tours page.
How do you book the Wonderland Penida GoPro snorkeling trip?
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Frequently asked questions
How much does the Wonderland Penida GoPro snorkeling trip cost?
It costs about $44 per person on GetYourGuide ($44.06 at the last check), with free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
How long is the day trip?
The listing gives 6 to 11.5 hours, including transfers, with 2 hours of snorkeling. The land tour option adds time.
Where does the trip start?
At Axe Stone Fast Boats on Sanur Harbour. The fast boat leaves at 07:30 or 08:00, and the transfer option collects you between 06:15 and 06:30.
Will I see manta rays?
Possibly at Manta Bay. The listing says that if the sea blocks Manta Bay, the crew uses a safer alternative, so a sighting is not guaranteed.
Is the GoPro included?
Yes. A guide films with a GoPro, and a download link reaches your booking email 8 to 12 hours after the activity begins.
Do I need to be a strong swimmer?
You need to be a confident swimmer comfortable in open ocean, according to the listing. Life jackets and fins are provided.
Is lunch included?
The listing names mineral water but no meal. Eat beforehand and bring cash for snacks.
Does the price include the Kelingking and Broken Beach tour?
Only if you choose the island tour option. The highlights flag Kelingking Beach and Broken Beach as the land tour option price only.
When is the sea calmest around Nusa Penida?
The 2025 monthly mean wave height was lowest in November, at 1.3 m, and highest in June and July, at 1.9 m, according to Open-Meteo Marine data.
What should I bring?
A hat, swimwear, a change of clothes, a camera, snacks and sunscreen, as the listing suggests. Carry cash and seasickness tablets if you are prone to nausea.
Sources: GetYourGuide listing for CV Wonderland Manta Penida (checked 2026-10-17); Bali Provincial Government, Love Bali levy page; BMKG maritime weather; Open-Meteo archive and Marine APIs (2025 and October 2026); Nager.Date API.
