Bali Lembongan Island Beach Club Day Trip

Lembongan is close enough for a day trip, yet the boat ride gives you a real break from Bali’s roads and crowds. I like the included snorkeling and unlimited banana boat rides, and I like having a pool, gardens, lockers, showers, and a BBQ lunch all in one place. The live music and snacks on the catamaran add some fun to the crossing.

The main catch is that you see only a small, resort-based slice of Lembongan. Ocean conditions can also change the day, with rough water causing seasickness or making snorkeling less appealing. If you want a quiet island visit or a serious look at local life, this is not the right trip.

Key points at a glance

• Bali Hai II catamaran: Travel in air-conditioned comfort with morning tea, light pastries, snacks, juice, and onboard entertainment.
• Private beach club access: Spend most of the day at Hai Tide Beach Resort near Mushroom Bay, with a lagoon pool, gardens, lockers, and showers.
• Water activities included: Use snorkeling gear and sea kayaks, take unlimited banana boat rides, and try a 35-meter water slide.
• BBQ buffet lunch: Expect grilled fish, sausages, salads, rice, noodles, spring rolls, seafood, and desserts.
• Optional paid activities: Parasailing, introductory or certified scuba sessions, Aquanauts, surfboard hire, and massages cost extra.
• Best practical tip: Bring your own towel and water, and consider seasickness medicine, especially for children or anyone sensitive to rough crossings.

What this Lembongan day trip is really like

This is a resort day with an island setting, not a full tour of Nusa Lembongan. You leave Bali by catamaran, spend several hours at a private beach club, use the included water equipment, eat lunch, and return by boat.

That simple plan is the reason the experience works well for families and mixed groups. You can sit by the pool while someone else rides the banana boat. You can snorkel for a while, rest in the gardens, then join a short village excursion. Solo visitors also have plenty to do without needing a partner.

The tour costs $147.44 per person. That is not a cheap ferry crossing, but the price includes hotel pickup and drop-off from major hotels in Kuta, Seminyak, Sanur, Jimbaran, and Nusa Dua, the return catamaran, food, equipment, beach club entry, lockers, and several activities. If you would otherwise pay separately for boat tickets, transfers, lunch, and water sports, the package can offer fair value.

One important detail: the experience is listed from Ubud, but the included pickup areas specifically name the southern resort districts. If you are staying in Ubud, confirm the pickup arrangement and any extra charge before booking.

Starting at Benoa Harbour with coffee and pastries

Pickup usually comes 30 to 60 minutes before the 8am departure. The included transfer uses an air-conditioned vehicle, and several people have found the pickup punctual and well organized. Still, be ready early. One reported pickup arrived at 8am after the passenger had been waiting outside from 7:30am, so you should not plan a long hotel breakfast.

At Benoa Harbour, Bali Hai Cruises provides morning coffee or tea and light pastries before boarding. You will need a copy of your ID or passport at check-in. The vessel may change depending on group numbers and operating conditions, so the Bali Hai II is the planned boat rather than an absolute guarantee.

The catamaran has air-conditioned areas, but the best place depends on your needs. The middle deck offers a useful balance of fresh air and shelter, especially on the return trip. A live band may perform onboard, and snacks, juice, and tea are included, while drinks and extra food cost more.

The crossing is part of the attraction. You are not simply being delivered to the island in a small transfer boat. You get time on the water, music, refreshments, and views. On the other hand, the sea can become rough, particularly on the way back. I would pack motion sickness tablets if you are prone to seasickness, and I would do the same for children who are sensitive to boat movement.

The pontoon brings the first burst of activity

The first Lembongan stop is at a pontoon, where you can use the snorkeling equipment, ride a banana boat, or try the underwater viewing options. The water conditions decide how good this part feels. Some visitors have found the snorkeling clear, with coral and colorful fish. Others have encountered water affected by floating rubbish and chose not to enter.

That variation matters. Snorkeling is included, but no tour operator can guarantee calm water or perfect visibility. If the sea is clear, this can be one of the strongest parts of the day. If conditions are poor, the pool, banana boats, village excursion, and gardens give you alternatives.

The banana boat rides are a major hit with active families. They are included without a stated ride limit, and the package describes them as unlimited. In practice, queues and operating time affect how many rides you get, but you can return more than once when the activity is running.

The 35-meter water slide and underwater viewing chamber add more choices. The schedule allows about an hour at this stop, so you will not have time to linger over every option. Decide early what matters most. If snorkeling is your priority, put your name down promptly rather than spending the whole first hour beside the slide.

Optional Aquanauts experiences may also be available. This involves wearing a waterproof helmet while walking on the seabed at shallow depth, with air supplied from above. It costs extra, and it is different from ordinary snorkeling. Parasailing and scuba sessions are also optional, subject to conditions and extra payment.

Five hours at Hai Tide Beach Resort

Most of your day is spent at Hai Tide Beach Resort around Mushroom Bay. The setting combines a beach, tropical gardens, a lagoon pool, a seaside dining area, and activity stations. You can make the day as active or lazy as you like.

The resort includes lockers, which are very useful when you want to leave a phone, wallet, or spare clothes before using the water equipment. Showers and toilets are available. Towels are not included, so bring your own rather than paying to hire one at the resort.

The lagoon pool is a good fallback when the sea is rough or snorkeling is not appealing. It also makes the trip workable for a mixed-age group. Someone who does not want water sports can sit poolside or in the gardens while others use the kayaks and banana boats.

Sea kayaks and pedal boards are included. These activities suit people who want to move around without committing to a fast ride. The tour also includes a Lembongan village excursion, but keep your expectations modest. It is a short introduction, not a detailed cultural visit. The ride may feel too brief if you want much explanation about island life.

This is also where the tour’s limitation becomes clear. You are based at the beach club and do not get a broad tour of Lembongan’s coastline, villages, temples, or viewpoints. You see a managed recreation area, which is convenient and comfortable but less personal than arranging an overnight island stay.

The BBQ lunch is one of the strongest features

Lunch is served as a BBQ buffet at the seaside cabana. The selection includes fresh grilled fish, sausages, seafood, salads, rice, noodles, spring rolls, and desserts. The menu has enough range for people who want a full plate, a lighter meal, or familiar food after a morning on the water.

The meal is more than a minor inclusion. Food can make or break a long boat excursion, and this buffet gives you a proper break in the middle of the day. Live music may accompany lunch, adding to the cheerful holiday mood.

Drinks are not included. Water and other beverages can be bought onboard and at the resort, but bringing your own water is a sensible way to control costs. The supplied details do not promise special dietary menus, so contact the operator ahead of time if you have a strict food allergy or other dietary need.

The BBQ also adds value to the $147.44 price. A private boat transfer, beach club access, equipment hire, lunch, and transport would be a lot to arrange separately. The package makes the most financial sense if you plan to use several inclusions rather than spending the day only beside the pool.

Optional extras can change the final price

The base price covers a good range of activities, but the most adventurous options cost more. Listed extras include:

• Introductory scuba session, approximately $50
• Parasailing, approximately $20
• Surfboard hire, approximately $10 per hour
• Certified scuba session
• Aquanauts
• Massages

Parasailing depends on weather conditions, so treat it as a possible extra rather than a guaranteed part of the day. One passenger found the view excellent but felt the paid flight was short for the price. The same judgment applies to all add-ons: decide what matters to you before you arrive, and do not assume every activity is included.

You should also note that drinks, towels, and some equipment can add small expenses. These costs will not ruin the day, but they make the advertised price less than the final amount for anyone who wants every option.

The return crossing deserves a little planning

The return boat is often the rougher part of the journey. Some trips come back smoothly, while others have enough movement to cause seasickness. Sit near the middle of the vessel, keep fresh air available when possible, and avoid a heavy meal immediately before departure if you are sensitive.

The return trip may include music and can be a pleasant final part of the day. Some packages may also offer a faster ocean raft return as an optional arrangement, but you should confirm the return vessel and any extra cost before choosing it.

The tour ends back at the meeting point, with hotel drop-off included for the stated pickup zones. Since the advertised duration is about seven hours but the itinerary includes transfers and a full day at the resort, allow flexibility around the exact return time.

Who will get the most from this trip

I would recommend this excursion to families, couples, solo visitors, and anyone who wants an easy island day without arranging separate ferries and activities. It is especially useful for groups with different interests. One person can snorkel, another can use the pool, and children can ride the banana boat or try the slide.

It also suits first-time visitors who want a taste of Lembongan without changing hotels. The boat, meal, lockers, and activities are handled in one booking. That convenience is the main selling point.

I would hesitate if your goal is local culture, independent exploration, or a quiet beach with few people. The maximum group size is 300, so the day can feel busy, particularly around the boat, buffet, and popular activities. The village visit is short, and most of the time is spent within the beach club area.

The trip is also less suitable if rough seas bother you. The crossing may be comfortable, but it is still an open-water boat journey. You should not book it solely for snorkeling, since visibility and cleanliness can vary with conditions.

Is the Lembongan beach club day trip worth booking?

Book it if you want a well-organized, activity-filled day with a strong lunch, a comfortable catamaran, and plenty of facilities. The included banana boat rides, snorkeling equipment, kayaks, pool, lockers, and hotel transfer make the package good value when you use them.

Skip it if you want a broad, authentic tour of Lembongan or a peaceful island escape. For the best experience, bring water, a towel, sun protection, and seasickness medicine, and confirm pickup from Ubud before paying. Free cancellation is available when you cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.

FAQ

What is included in the Bali Lembongan Island Beach Club day trip?

The package includes hotel pickup and drop-off from major hotels in Kuta, Seminyak, Sanur, Jimbaran, and Nusa Dua, return catamaran transport, morning or afternoon tea and snacks, a BBQ buffet lunch, snorkeling equipment, children’s activities, unlimited banana boat rides, a village excursion, sea kayaks, and lockers.

What time does the tour start?

The stated start time is 8am. Hotel pickup generally takes place 30 to 60 minutes before the boat departure, so you should be ready early.

Is hotel pickup from Ubud included?

The experience is listed from Ubud, but the included pickup areas specifically name Kuta, Seminyak, Sanur, Jimbaran, and Nusa Dua. Confirm the arrangement if you are staying in Ubud.

Are drinks included?

Morning tea, coffee, juice, and snacks are included at the stated parts of the trip. Other drinks are not included and can be purchased onboard or at the resort.

Do I need to bring a towel?

Yes. Towels are not included, and towel hire at the resort costs extra.

Which activities cost extra?

Parasailing, introductory and certified scuba sessions, Aquanauts, surfboard hire, and massages cost extra. Parasailing also depends on weather conditions.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

You can cancel for a full refund at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours beforehand are not accepted for a refund.