You´ll find Nusa Lembongan just off Bali. If Bali is the raucous upstairs neighbour, Nusa Lembongan is the quiet old man who lives down the street. I love this island and I hope it remains as it is – relatively liberated from the pitfalls of mass tourism. You can easily walk around Nusa Lembongan (or take a scooter or taxi at night) and there are some great surf spots by Jungut Batu Beach!

In this article, you´ll find visual inspiration from Jungut Batu Beach, Mushroom Bay, Devil´s Tear and Sandy Bay. Part II of this article focuses exclusively on Dream Beach.

Scroll to the bottom of this article for tips on where to stay and where to eat.

Jungut Batu Beach

The main beach on the island, more touristy than the rest of it but it´s also where the surf breaks are and you´ll find no shortage of accomodation options + restaurants.

Mushroom Bay

A much quieter alternative to Jungut Batu. Walk 3 minutes away from the beach and you´ll find yourself in jungle-like confines.

Devil´s Tear

Sheer nature at its best. Go there either really early in the morning or late in the afternoon when all the day tourists are done flocking here in their hundreds.

Sandy Bay

A lovely little bay north of Devil´s Tear (walk here from the former – the seaside here is a story in itself.)

Where to stay

Naturale Villas – Basic but very charming. Read my Tripadvisor review here.

Where to eat

Hai Bar & Grill: Try the tuna steak! Read my review here.

Hai Ri Zen: Right alongside the aforementioned Hai Bar & Grill: It´s more upscale but I prefer the former.

Thai Pantry: Waterfont bliss – try one of their juices! Read my review here.

The Deck Cafe and Bar: Also by the water (on the quiet side of Jungut Batu Beach – a great place for morning juice / brunch. Read my review here.

Mola Mola Coffee Shop: A quiet cafe by Mushroom Bay – perfect for watching the sun go down. Read my review here.

Sandy Bay Beach Club: Amazing setting (right by the epic Sandy Bay,) average vibes. Read my review here.

Where to Surf

*The main breaks are all along the long stretch of beach called Jungut Batu.

⁣ * Of these, Playgrounds is the easiest but also the most crowded (get there early.) It´s also the southernmost break of the 4 main breaks here (excluding Tamarind which is further south but poor if you ask me⁣

* Further up, you will find the breaks called “Lacerations,” “No-man´s land,” “Razors” and “Shipwrecks.” – in this order as you go up the coast. As the names suggest, these are not for beginners or intermediates so only paddle out there if you know what you´re doing.⁣

* There are plenty of surf rentals along Jungut Batu (I prefer the ones that are not on the main beach.)⁣

* Carry a water bottle with you if you, like me, walk from one end of the island to the other (you can also hitch a scooter ride.)