57 Inspiring Photos That Make You Want to Visit Nusa Penida

The most beautiful beaches and viewpoints from the island

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Nusa Penida, Indonesia

Nusa Penida blew our socks off.

The island is located just 30 minutes south of Bali by boat, but you don’t have to venture far into this mystical land to realise that Nusa Penida is a world apart from its lively big sister.

Tourists have started coming here now, but you can still get many of the epic views all to yourself if you visit in the early morning or evening.

And the views truly are stunning.

Driving around Nusa Penida on a scooter is a huge adventure, and getting off the bike and exploring on foot makes for authentic interactions with the curious locals as well as experiencing unique landscapes.

We hope the following 57 pictures can inspire your travels to Nusa Penida.

Where to stay in Nusa Penida:

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Luxury: Aqua Nusa – Boutique villas with private pools in nearby Nusa Lembongan.
Luxury: Semabu Hills Hotel Nusa Penida – Probably the best hotel in Nusa Penida.
Budget: WK Gamat – We loved staying here.

Search for the best value accommodation in Nusa Penida here.

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Broken Beach walkway from above — The walkway at Broken Beach looks truly spectacular from above.

The last bit of road leading to Broken Beach.

The landscape around Broken Beach as seen from the drone.

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The actual beach at Broken Beach can’t be visited.

Waves at Broken Beach — There are powerful forces at play at Broken Beach and Angel’s Billabong.

Angel's Billabong is a stunning natural sight in Nusa Penida — Angel’s Billabong is a truly stunning natural sight in Nusa Penida.

The hole in the rock that makes Broken Beach "broken" — The hole in the rock that makes Broken Beach “broken”.

Victoria at Broken Beach — We were all alone at the amazing Broken Beach at sunset.

Kelingking Beach at sunrise was an unforgettable experience.

Kelingking in all of its glory. With some imagination it’s not hard to see how it has got its dinosaur moniker.

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Victoria taking in the view looking down at Kelingking Beach.

Alex & Victoria at Kelingking — Kelingking Beach at sunrise.

The ridge of the dinosaur at Kelingking Beach. — The ridge of the dinosaur.

Victoria enjoying the view at Kelingking Beach

The views offered all around are striking

Kelingking steps — The first part of walking down to the beach is the easy part.

The steps down to the beach get progressively worse.

Kelingking Beach Alex & Victoria — Kelingking Beach is one of the coolest beaches we’ve ever seen.

Powerful wave at Kelingking Beach — The waves are really powerful at Kelingking Beach.

Cool cave on the beach — Even with quite a few people on the beach, we found ourselves all alone in this cool cave on Kelingking Beach.

Diamond Beach drone shot — Sunrise at Diamond Beach in Nusa Penida.

Diamond Beach as seen from the Thousand Islands Viewpoint.

Nusa Penida's east coast — The whole area of Nusa Penida’s east coast is so pretty.

Victoria looking at Diamond Beach — The name “Diamond Beach” comes from the (upside down) diamond-shaped cliffs in the water.

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One of the windy Diamond Beach viewpoints. The staircase down to the beach is cut into the cliff.

Diamond Beach overhang — Diamond Beach in Nusa Penida’s east coast.

Victoria on the stairs heading down to Diamond Beach.

It’s so beautiful down at Diamond Beach.

Diamond Beach couple photo — The natural scenery at Diamond Beach is so stunning.

Nusa Penida coastline — Nusa Penida wowed us.

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Nusa Penida palms — Even though Nusa Penida is starting to get quite touristic, it still feels largely pristine.

Atuh Beach' famous arch in the water — Atuh Beach’ famous arch in the water.

The beach at Crystal Bay - including temple and parking lot — The beach at Crystal Bay.

Amazing sunset Nusa Penida — The sunset at Crystal Bay was amazing with the sun dipping behind Nusa Penida’s smaller sister islands.

Teletubbies Hills in Nusa Penida — Thank you Nusa Penida!

Where to stay in Nusa Penida

If you’re looking for accommodation in Nusa Penida, check out our complete guide to the island here where we have written about the best areas and hotels in each.

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Luxury: Aqua Nusa – Boutique villas with private pools in nearby Nusa Lembongan.
Luxury: Semabu Hills Hotel Nusa Penida – Probably the best hotel in Nusa Penida.
Value for money: Road Beach Premier – One of the island’s few beachfront options.
Budget: WK Gamat – We loved staying here.
Budget: You & We House – Also fantastic value for money and great for sunrise at Diamond Beach.
Budget: Atuh Forest Cottage – Peaceful location and nice mountain views.
Budget: Echo Alam Nusa Lodge – The best place to stay for vegans.