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Getting Around Nusa Penida 2026: Drivers, Gojek & Scooters

2024年1月16日 ✏️ 編輯文章

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Nusa Penida has no reliable Grab or Gojek past the port. Here's how private drivers, scooter rentals, and taxis work on the island, with prices for each.

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This is the fourth installment in our series on Nusa Penida—a magical island also known in Chinese as 努沙佩尼達島 or 佩尼達島. If you’re planning a trip here, you might be wondering whether ride-sharing apps like Grab and Gojek are available on the island.

Getting around Nusa Penida can be a bit tricky, so it’s important to prepare in advance to ensure your journey is as fun and comfortable as possible. This comprehensive guide summarizes all available transportation options, helping you decide which one suits you best.

Nusa Penida Transportation Guide: Taxis, Gojek/Grab, Private

We’ve dedicated five episodes to Nusa Penida—dive deeper into this island paradise! Here are the links to the other four:

Are Gojek/Grab and Other Ride-Hailing Apps Available?

Currently, Nusa Penida does not have Grab or Gojek services, and it’s unlikely they’ll arrive anytime soon. Due to the island’s small size and emerging tourism industry, ride-hailing apps like Gojek or Grab are not available or usable on Nusa Penida.

Are There Many Taxis?

Taxis can be found at the port where you disembark, but elsewhere on the island—especially in more remote areas—they are hard to come by.

How to Get from the Port to Your Hotel?

The best way to get from the port to your hotel is to arrange a transfer with your accommodation in advance. If your stay doesn’t offer this service, you can take a taxi from the port. Taxis are pricey (a 10-minute ride costs around 100 IDR, about USD$6), but with limited options, bargaining is tough.

Can I Rent a Scooter?

There are plenty of scooter rental operators on Nusa Penida, but due to the island’s dangerous roads—steep hills, narrow lanes, increasing traffic from tourists, extreme heat, countless potholes, and GPS that may fail midway—this option is not recommended. Safety first on your travels!

Can I Rent a Car Myself?

Renting a car and driving yourself around Nusa Penida is hardly possible! The roads are narrow and tricky to navigate—anyone who’s been there will agree! Even experienced drivers find it challenging. A far more common approach is to hire a car with a driver (private charter), making getting around much easier. Since hiring someone to tour the island is very affordable, there’s really no reason to rent a car on your own.

Can I Rent a Car Myself?

Klook offers many great tours:

Nusa Penida Day Trip (from Bali)
Nusa Penida Instagram Hotspots & Diving Tour
Nusa Penida Speedboat Ticket
Nusa Penida Private Car Charter
Discovery Tour - from Bali (Meet at Sanur Harbor)
Nusa Penida Multi-Day Tour
Lembongan Island & Manta Bay Snorkeling Experience
Nusa Penida Snorkeling Experience
Nusa Penida Scooter Rental (Road conditions are very poor, so consider carefully)
Nusa Penida & Lembongan Private Boat Charter

Private Car Charter on Nusa Penida

The vast majority of travelers agree that hiring a private car is the best way to explore Nusa Penida. Not only do you get to tour comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle, but you also have a driver-guide who introduces you to each destination and offers tips along the way.

You can leave beach gear, drinks, or spare clothes in the car, and the driver will keep everything safe for you. Plus, the driver knows the fastest routes between places and can tell you what you can realistically see in a day.

On Nusa Penida, a simple private car charter costs around IDR 700,000 to IDR 800,000 per day. This includes fuel and parking fees, but not entrance fees or tips.

Speaking of tips, giving a tip shows your appreciation for the driver and is highly appreciated. If you’re satisfied with the experience, a tip of 10% to 20% is appropriate—and of course, if you can afford it, more is always welcome!

So how do you find a private driver on Nusa Penida? Check out: How to Choose a Private Driver on Nusa Penida? | Traveler-Recommended Tips for Hiring and Arranging