GAMAT BAY

Gamat Bay, located in Nusa Penida, Bali, can be considered the wilder version of its sister, Crystal Bay. It resembles an aquarium, but with the addition of strong currents.

Gamat Bay is a magnificent destination on Nusa Penida, though it is less convenient to access than Crystal Bay. To reach the beach, you must travel by road to the top of the hill and then follow a relatively simple trail down to the shore. Gamat Bay is a more natural and untouched setting, so chances are you won’t encounter many visitors, except for some snorkeling and diving boats that appear in the morning.

If you want to snorkel from Gamat Bay beach, you can bring your own equipment or rent some on the road, just before parking your scooter. And do not forget the fins because the currents can be very strong, as often in Nusa Penida island. Do not go too far from the beach and be very careful, especially if there is no boat in front of the beach. We have already rescued with our diving boat a woman who was snorkeling and was being driven out to sea. Fun fact, she was very worried about her husband (“Help me, where is my husband ?”) who was quietly waiting for her at the beach … But if you respect all these instructions snorkeling is indeed very nice !