Six-Day Bali Itinerary: Nusa Penida Island-Hopping Guide

Key Highlights: The six-day route is Ubud (first two days) → Nusa Penida island-hopping (days three to five) → Jimbaran (day six) to bid farewell to Bali. Real-life tip: The ferry departing from Sanur port once delayed by up to 2 hours, so allow buffer time for island-hopping; on the east coast of Nusa Penida, don’t miss Diamond Beach and Atuh Beach. Detailed daily itinerary and timing are below.

This is a fantastic six-day independent itinerary shared by our community member “Sophie” during her trip to Bali! It combines references from “Xiao Jie Indonesia” videos and our “Bali Travel Guide” tips. Let’s take a look at this adventure-filled journey she planned herself!

Sophie’s Six-Day Bali Independent Travel Journal

Private Driver

After finishing our Bali trip, I have to highly recommend Bali Holiday’s ❤️Awan❤️, whom I found through several recommendations in the community group. His ride is the super flashy 🔥BlackPink🔥. I asked three drivers during my search, and he was the fastest to respond and the most attentive, giving me a great first impression. In reality, everything was perfect with him throughout the trip😍

He will:

• 👏 Book rafting tickets at a reasonable price
• 👏 Communicate perfectly in English
• 👏 Accommodate all itinerary changes
• 👏 We celebrated a family member’s birthday, and he recommended a restaurant in Jimbaran, arranged a cake and a choir performance—very thoughtful

Day 1 (Jan 18): Arrival in Bali, Ubud Exploration

• 15:20: Arrived at Bali Airport, ready to kick off the Bali adventure. The driver mentioned it’s the rainy season, but it hasn’t rained in a while.
• 16:00: Reached the airport and exchanged some local currency. It’s best to find a reliable money changer.

(Further reading: The Ultimate Guide to Currency Exchange in Bali)

• 18:00: Enjoyed an excellent choice of crispy duck at a floating pond pavilion - Bebek Tebasari Resto. This restaurant is highly recommended.

Bebek Tebasari Resto Photo: Courtesy of Sophie

• 19:00: Checked into Reswaha Villas for a relaxing and pleasant evening.

1/19 Day Two: Exploring Ubud

Intermittent downpours from 5 AM to 2 PM, but that didn’t dampen our adventurous spirit!

• 09:00: Joined a white-water rafting activity. Even with bad weather, it was an unforgettable experience.

Ayung River RaftingAyung River Rafting (with Pickup)

Quick Reference: Bali Rafting Guide (FAQ)

• 13:00: Enjoy a delicious lunch while taking in the terraced rice field views beside Tis Cafe.

Tis Cafe Photo: Courtesy of Sophie

(Reference: Tis Cafe Day Trip Combo)

• 14:00: Explore the Sacred Monkey Forest and visit Pura Saraswati Water Palace.

• 17:30: Savor a delicious coconut ice cream from Tukies Coconut Shop and wander the streets of Ubud town.

Ubud Town Guide: Where is Tukies Coconut Shop? What to explore in town?

• 19:00: Enjoy dinner at Sun Sun Warung, wrapping up a day of adventure.

Day 3 (1/20): Ubud Adventure and Nusa Penida Island

Spend a drizzly morning in Ubud, then head to Penida Island

• 09:00: Omma Dayclub Bali Waterfall + Lunch

Omma Dayclub Photo: Courtesy of Sophie

• 12:30 Sanur port 14:15 ferry ➡️ Nusa Penida. The ferry was delayed by 2 hours 😡
• 20:00: Checked into Abian House, ready for a pleasant evening on Penida.
• 16:00: Arrived at Crystal Bay to enjoy the sunset views.

Atuh Beach Photo: Courtesy of Sophie

• 15:00: Soaking up the sunny afternoon and early evening on Penida Island.

(Further Reading: 【Bali - Nusa Penida Complete Guide】Map, Ferry, Accommodation, Transportation, Private Car, Activities, Photography, Attractions)

Day 4 (1/21): Exploring Nusa Penida Island

Spending the day on Nusa Penida Island

• 07:00: Snorkeling near the hotel.

(Further Reading: Nusa Penida Snorkeling Guide: Where to Snorkel and How to Join)

• 09:00: Visit Kelingking Beach and explore the精灵海岸.
• 13:00: Explore Broken Beach and Angel’s Billabong, marveling at the stunning natural landscapes.
• 16:00: Enjoy sunset and a delicious dinner at AMARTA Penida—this restaurant has a Sky Gate with no queue!

The Gates of Heaven without the queue. Photo: Courtesy of Sophie

(Read more: Amarta Penida Guide)

Day 5 (1/22): Nusa Penida Island and Jimbaran

• 07:00: Enjoy one last snorkeling session near the hotel.
• 08:00: Visit Diamond Beach and Atuh Beach on the east coast of Nusa Penida, soaking in the stunning coastal views.

Diamond Beach. Photo: Courtesy of Sophie

• 17:00: Return to Bali and savor a delicious dinner with grilled corn on Jimbaran Beach, accompanied by a breathtaking sunset to cap off the day.

(Read more: Nine Recommended Seafood Restaurants in Jimbaran)

Sunset dinner at Jimbaran. Photo: Courtesy of Sophie

Day 6 (1/23): Jimbaran and Farewell to Bali

• 07:00: Relax by the rooftop pool at Fox Hotel Trip in Jimbaran, enjoying a peaceful morning.
• 12:00: Head to Wahaha for some mouthwatering pork ribs.

Everyone who’s tried Wahaha says it’s amazing!

• 13:30: Pick up some souvenirs at Prema Rasa and get ready to head to the airport.

Those in the know always go to Prema Rasa for souvenirs.

Quick Reference: 【Recommended by Netizens】Six Categories, Over 20 Bali Souvenir Recommendations: Perfect Choices to Cherish Your Memories

• 14:30: Depart for the airport. The beauty of spending your last day around Kuta and Jimbaran is that you won’t have to worry about missing your flight!

(Further Reading: Kuta Travel Guide: 50 Must-Visit Attractions, Food, and Recommended SPA Collection)
(Further Reading: Jimbaran Travel Guide: 31 Recommended Fun Spots)

• 16:30: Say goodbye to Bali and take off on time.

I’m grateful for the help and advice from the community members on my itinerary—this trip will forever stay in my heart!

(The above content and images are provided by Sophie, and the editor has been authorized to rewrite them.)

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