Best Beaches in Nusa Lembongan, Nusa Lembongan, Indonesia

Whenever I told someone I was going to Bali, they’d say the beaches were kind of meh, and that I should just head to the Gili’s. But, I felt like everyone who didn’t like Bali had been to the wrong places. *cough* Kuta *cough* Now, I know I was right. Off the coast of Bali lies the small island of Nusa Lembongan. Most people don’t even realize it’s there, but by some chance, my mom and I stumbled upon it. I can honestly describe Nusa Lembongan as paradise. Still considered Bali, it has some of the best beaches and diving in the world. Whether you’re looking to snorkel, scuba, sunbathe, swim or just chill, this island is a mecca for relaxation and water sports. The big question is, what are the best beaches in Nusa Lembongan and which should you go to first?

Mushroom Bay is the best beach in Nusa Lembongan for swimming. This one appeared to be the most beachy beach. Yeah, I know that sounds weird, but I swear the sand is amazingly soft. The views are incredible. The water is a perfect turquoise. It literally looks like a postcard. There are quite a few boats in the water, but there is plenty of room to swim. I’ve been told it’s also excellent for snorkeling.

There were a couple of restaurants along the water, but they are high up above the beach, not right on the sand. Therefore, there weren’t really any lounge chairs or beanbag chairs on the beach to sit and relax. There also weren’t any umbrellas offering relief from the sun. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).