Nusa Penida is the largest of the three Nusa Islands and is becoming increasingly popular as the neighboring island of Bali. If you haven’t been to Nusa Penida yet, you should start planning your next trip now!

The tourists visit the beautiful island more and more every year, but in many places you are actually lucky enough to enjoy the peace far away from the hustle and bustle.

On the east coast of Nusa Penida is one of the most beautiful viewpoints on the whole island. The park/entrance fees are currently 10,000 IDR (= 0.60 euros). In a small Warung (= restaurant/cafe) you can prepare yourself with snacks, drinks or simple meals such as Nasi Goreng or Mee Goreng.
Don’t worry – The way down and up again are really relaxed compared to some other places on Nusa Penida. A bottle of water is definitely enough. Because to the first viewpoint you only walk down the stairs for ten minutes.

The stairs are secured with a fence — So you are safe all the time and on the way back you can also pull yourself up. When we got to the first viewpoint, we were speechless. Beautiful turquoise water from which the large rocks protrude. You can really sit here for hours.

If you go a few steps further, you will reach the second lookout point: the famous Treehouse (Rumah Pohon). Thanks to some great photographers and influencers on social media, the pretty tree house has become one of the most popular photo spots on Nusa Penida. Definitely right! The location is really perfect. We were mentally prepared for a long line of photo-enthusiastic tourists, but were pleasantly surprised! At the tree house or generally at the Thousand Island Viewpoint we only met two other tourists (Germans! We are really everywhere  :D).

TIP: We were at the viewpoint at 5.30pm — shortly before sunset. The sunset can be seen on the other side of the island, so there was no one on our side at the treehouse and we could take wonderful photos and enjoy the view all by ourselves.

The Peguyangan Waterfall was our first stop on the second day and also the first place where we really sweat like hell. The blue stairs are a hard workout when you walking down and especially when climbing up again. But after every meter you’ll be rewarded with an even more spectacular view of the cliffs.

At the end we were a little disappointed by the announced waterfall, as it turned out a bit smaller than we thought. But you can take a bath in a small natural pool, watch the sacred rituals of the locals in the small temple with the holy water and above all marvel at fabulous waves that crash onto the cliffs.

Back at the top, pretty proud and wet like after a marathon, we treated ourselves to a Mie Goreng for 10,000 IDR (= 0.60 euros) in the adjacent Warung.
The parking fee is 5,000 IDR (= 0.30 euros). If you don’t have your own sarong, you should borrow one at the entrance for an additional 5,000 IDR.

ATTENTION: Be especially careful when taking photos. If your cell phone falls out of your hand, it will be lost forever because there are large gaps between the steps.

The most famous viewpoint of Nusa Penida is the cliff landscape at Kelingking Beach. The cliffs are actually shaped like a Tyrannosaurus Rex and around 200 annoyed, sweaty people were in a long line to photograph this view. We walked past the crowd on the left to the point where the steps lead down to Kelingking Beach. Here you can catch a 98 percent similar photo with the view and don’t have to wait more than a minute for your turn. #ProTip

After most visitors get their photo with the T-Rex, they make their way back. A mistake! If you are there, you definitely have to plan a few hours to relax on the beach! Why a few hours? It takes more than half an hour to climb down to the beach. Yes, I mean really climbing.

At the beginning of the way down, I was still upset about the high wooden steps, which I somehow had to master with my short legs. Ha. Wooden steps. I would have liked that a few meters later. There were only natural steps on the cliff’s steep face. Fortunately, there is a thick cord on the right and left, which serves as protection but also as an aid for holding on. Sometimes the next step was more than a Fiona-body length away. The rope was very helpful to master the whole way down.

Worth it!

Once at the bottom you will find paradise! Crystal clear water, huge waves, a white, clean beach, the cliffs around you and, above all, only a few people. Most visitors seem actually be put off when they see the way down to the beach.

For all of you who have reached the bottom and are already pained by the climb up: I can assure you that the way back is physically tiring but definitely easier to master because you can see exactly where you can step up and pull yourself up.

Attention tourism! Broken Beach is a beautiful little bay on Nusa Penida. In the rocks that build up around the bay there is an archway that allows water to flow in and out of the ocean. Nature has really created something very special! Unfortunately there is no way to get into the bay and cool off in the water. However, right around the corner you find Angel’s Billabong — you can get there into the water without much effort.

Amok Sunset Bar & Restaurant is definitely one of the current secret spots for me! If you want to enjoy a cocktail at one of the most beautiful vantage points during the sunset, this is the place for you. I would rather place the drinks and snacks in the upper price range of Indonesia. A cocktail costs f.e. 120,000 IDR (= approx. 8 euros).

TIP: There is a cocktail Happy Hour from 5 to 6pm! Pay a cocktail and get two. This Happy Hour is perfect for sunset.

The entire area is very lovingly decorated with many lights and very clean. There are various platforms, bamboo nests and footbridges. Just perfect for an amazing sunset picture.
If you want to spend the time a little more exclusive, you can even rent a private tree house in advance and enjoy the time from up there. Amazingly, there were less guests in the bar during our visit — so we could relax in the pool and watch the beautiful sunset without a big crowd.

You should note that the way to the Amok Sunset for your scooter is again rocky and adventurous. It’s best to make your way back when it is not too dark – there are no street lights.

If you think you have already enjoyed the best views of Nusa Penida, then the Saren Cliff Viewpoint should not be missing! Why Secret Spot? We arrived at the place at noon during the usual rush hour and were all alone!
Why? The drive there was really bumpy, but that’s nothing new on Nusa Penida. The last fifteen minutes we actually got off our scooter and continued walking. In the end we stood at the next cliffs with open mouth.
The place is super beautiful and not crowded. It’s perfect to make yourself comfortable with some snacks and a bottle of wine or a few bintangs.

Nusa Penida is one of the most beautiful places I’ve seen so far! Despite the caustic road conditions, the sore muscles in the butt are worthwhile at the end of every scooter tour. All tips on how to get there and good to know can be found here.

Lots of Love ♥