How to get Here
How to Get to Sanctum Dive
Getting to Nusa Penida is easier than ever. Most fast boats leave from Sanur Harbor in Bali and arrive directly at Banjar Nyuh Harbor, just minutes from our dive center.
Bali to Nusa Penida
The fast boat journey from Sanur (Bali) to Banjar Nyuh (Nusa Penida) takes approximately 45 minutes. You can organize this yourself or use a private driver.
Self-Organized (Grab/Gojek)
The most flexible option. Order a Grab or Gojek from your hotel in Bali to Sanur Harbor.
If you are joining our morning dives as a day trip, you need to leave your hotel around 6:00 AM to catch the earliest fast boat at 6:30 AM.
You can purchase boat tickets at the harbor, or book them online in advance.
Private Driver Package
For a hassle-free experience, book a private driver to handle everything. This package includes:
- Pickup from your hotel in Bali to Sanur
- Round-trip fast boat tickets
- Return car to your Bali hotel
*Solo travelers or day tours are negotiable directly with the driver.
On-Island Transportation
Sanctum Dive is located in Ped Village, very close to the main harbor. We do not organize transport directly, but here are the standard rates and trusted contacts.
Harbor Transfer (Banjar Nyuh)
A quick 1 to 5-minute drive or scooter ride from the harbor to our dive center.
Hotel to Dive Center Transfer
Pricing varies depending on how far your hotel is located on the island.
Sanctum Hotel Guests
If you are staying at our on-site accommodation (800m uphill), we provide a daily morning pickup to the dive center.
Our Location
We are located on the main northern road in Ped Village, Nusa Penida.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I do a day trip to dive in Nusa Penida from Bali?
Does Sanctum Dive organize transportation from Bali?
Which harbor should I arrive at?
How do I get to my hotel when I arrive on the island?
From Padang Bai
- You can catch the daily public ferry (large boat that includes vehicles) at 11:00 am. A passenger ticket is Rp 31,000 each way and can be purchased at 10:00 am inside the building marked “Loket”. To bring your own motorbike costs an additional Rp 50,000 and is purchased at the gate as you drive up. This ferry arrives in Sampalan at the Sampalan Ferry Terminal on the North-East corner of the island, just off of the main road. This is a preferable way to get to and from Nusa Penida. The boat is fairly stable on the water, and it affords you great views, bathrooms, and the ability to walk around the boat and stretch.
- There is also a smaller private speed boat service that typically carries up to 20 people. This departs from Padang Bai beach side every morning. You should be at the beach side by 06:30 to catch the public speed boat. Buy ticket from ticket office near beach and then wait until the boat has enough passengers for the boat to depart. The ticket cost is Rp 45,000 each way if you are Indonesian. If you are from abroad, they will ask you for 75,000 Rp or show the way to the public ferry. This smaller boat requires walking thigh deep in water and being packed into a boat like sardines. It’s fast but not really as comfortable as the less expensive ferry.
From Kusamba
- Gangga Express operates several speed boats a day from PelabuhanTribuana in Kusamba. Price for foreigners is Rp 100,000 each way and takes about 30 mins.
- There is a daily public boat between PelabuhanTradisional in Sampalan and a port next to PelabuhanTribuana in Kusamba. Leaves Sampalan at around 6 am and probably goes straight back after reaching Kusamba. Price is Rp 45,000 and takes 45 mins.
From Benoa Harbour
- Quicksilver runs daily cruises from BenoaHarbour in Bali to their monstrous pontoon which floats off the north western shore of Nusa Penida. The trip includes water sport activities centred on the pontoon. Rp 570,000 per person.
From Nusa Lembongan
- Public boats depart daily at 06:00 close to the suspension bridge between Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Ceningan and run to Toyapakeh or BuyukHarbour in northern Nusa Penida. There are also services from the JungutBatu area of Nusa Lembongan to Nusa Penida. All of these can be a little ‘worrying’ at times and are often very crowded.
- Charter boats are available, departing from and arriving at the same area as the public boats. If you are staying on Nusa Lembongan, ask at your hotel. If not, go to the shoreline close to the suspension bridge or to the beach at JungutBatu and ask around amongst the boatmen. Rates certainly vary but expect to pay around Rp 300,000.
Nusa Penida is the largest and most exotic of the three Nusa Islands
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