Lembongan Island Map

Lembongan Island Facts

Lembongan Island is one of three islands just off the southeast coast of Bali (Ceningan and Penida being the others). Lembongan is a popular spot for surfers and scuba divers seeking an alternative to the sometimes crowded beaches of Kuta or Jimbaran. It has its own resorts and sandy beaches for those who are really looking for an island escape.

For me, however, it was an opportunity to walk amongst some of the truly native Balinese villages, further away from the glamour and glitter of the tourist traps on the main island. For while Lemongan's resorts sit on the southern part of the island, I instead combed the northern half where the locals resided.

Unquestionably, there are great differences between the two halves of the island, as a quick survey of the beaches would point out. The beaches in the south were manicured and cleaned, likely bolstered with imported sand. The beaches in the northwest, with the more natural pebbly-sand, loads of washed-ashore seaweed, and (unfortunately) washed-ashore garbage. The buildings were obviously weather-beaten.

This small undeveloped island is located just off the coast of Sanur. Mainly visited by surfers looking for isolated waves, and some day trippers enjoying the desert beaches and clear water, this is a retreat for anyone wanting a back to basics escape. Here you can unwind and enjoy excellent diving and snorkeling, fishing trips, exploring the island and local villages and island living.

Nusa Lembongan (Lembongan Island) is 20 kilometers off Bali's east coast across Badung Strait. It is a small island of around 9 km square, with population less than 4000.

The water is fresh and excellent and it's specially for diving, snorkeling and surfing. You can enjoy uncrowded atmosphere with warm and friendly local people welcoming you.