Tips for getting around
The best way to get around Nusa Penida is by motorbike, though there is a bemo connecting the island's two main towns.
By motorbike
The best way to get around is by motorbike. Motorbike drivers/guides wait at Toyapakeh harbour to meet arrivals from Lembongan, and will offer to guide. You can also rent your own bike here, but it's not recommended for inexperienced drivers.
The island is a maze of broken, remote lanes and signposts are few. That said, getting lost is half the fun. Nova Nusa Penida Tour & Travel in Toyapakeh rent reliable motorbikes with or without driver, new model car and driver/guides and offers tours.
By bemo
A sketchy public bemo service operates between Toyapakeh and Sampalan, via Ped, between about 6am and 9pm.
Best time to visit Nusa Penida
The best time to visit Nusa Penida is during the dry season (April to October) when the weather is warm and sunny, and the sea is calm. This is the best time to go snorkeling and diving, too, with improved visibility.
From June to August, Nusa Penida is at its busiest during the peak season.
The rainy season lasts from November to March. During these moths heavy rainfall and rough seas may ocurr, which can make it difficult to get to and from the island.
Find out more about the best time to visit Indonesia.
Plan your trip to Nusa Penida with the Rough Guide to Bali and Lombok.