Bali · CRUISES & BOAT TOURS
16 reviewed
This is the shortlist to send a friend: the 15 cruises & boat tours worth booking, each with its price, its traveller verdict, and the one thing to know before you commit.
Bali Hai Sunset Dinner Cruise from Seminyak with hotel pickup, welcome canapés, open-buffet dinner, and live shows on Benoa Harbour.
“Music was very loud and some subject matter I would not consider family friendly with respect to lyrics of chosen songs. The word cock does not need to be repeated suggestively over 40 times in a single song when there are children under 12 in the audience, for example.”
Romantic Bali dinner cruise from Benoa with pickup, welcome drink, live music, and a multi-course meal on a 64ft catamaran.
“We ended up being the only couple on board so we had the most romantic evening with a four piece quartet, full dining service, a beautifully made up table on the front deck and a 5 star 5 course meal. It was a fabulous evening.”
Bali Hai Sunset Dinner Cruise from Seminyak: hotel pickup, cocktail and canapés, buffet dinner in Benoa Harbour, plus cabaret and DJ.
“Nice dinner cruise. What you would expect from a dinner cruise.”
Bali Hai Aristocat catamaran cruise from Seminyak to Nusa Lembongan with BBQ lunch, snacks, snorkeling, banana boats, and a coral viewer.
“We have been before, as because we liked it we went again. lovely day, village tour rather too fast and not enough time spent talking, stopping and going on Bali time : it is also optional. Lunch was very nice and so was the snorkelling. Lovely return trip to Benoa.”
Private speedboat from Seminyak to Nusa Penida for manta-ray snorkeling, Crystal Bay swim, and Kelingking cliff photos, with lunch included.
“This trip is worth it for the manta rays alone. One of the coolest things I’ve seen. Yasa was a great host! We had a great time with the whole crew and appreciated the thoughtful touches like making sure we had cold water and snacks. He even climbed a tree to get awesome pics of us at Kelingking cliff.”
Bali Hai II day trip to Nusa Lembongan: snorkeling from a private pontoon, big waterslide, banana boats, plus a quick island tour.
“Besides the sea sickness this was a very fun day! We did the aquanauts sea floor walk and the tour of the island. Seas are a bit choppy and I wasn't wearing my sea legs that day. Many people got sea sick so be careful when booking! Other than that it was great :)”
All-inclusive Bali cruise shore day to temples, waterfalls, coffee plantations, and rice terraces from Benoa, with pickup and return transfer.
“Parti was our private tour guide. He arrived early to pick us up at the cruise terminal. The car was clean and we were offered bottled water to drink. Parti was very attentive to all our needs and safely took us to all the beautiful sights around Bali. He was very patient. He did not pressure us to buy anything or rush us to the next spot. Parti made sure we completed all the items in our agenda. I highly recommend Parti and Party Bali Tour and Driver to my family and friends visiting Bali.”
Fast boat transfer between Bali (Serangan or Padang Bai) and Lombok or the Gilis, with hotel pickup, drinks, and streamlined boarding.
Bali Hai Castaway Escape Cruise from Seminyak: catamaran to Nusa Lembongan for snorkeling, canoeing, seaweed farm tours, BBQ lunch, and Reef Pontoon fun.
“We had an amazing day, the activities were well planned and food was good and the staff was very kind. The resort was really nice too! Dian was with us for the whole day and she was amazing and funny! Would definitely recommend this activity!”
Full-day Nusa Penida by the 13m Honey Milk yacht from Serangan, with manta rays, top snorkel spots, Kelingking, lunch, and GoPro footage.
“The tour blew our expectations out of the water. The snorkeling was so much fun, we were able to the green turtles and manta rays we had hoped to. Our guides Derrick and Morgan were incredible, the vibe on the boat in between locations was great. The tour had 8 guests and in total, and wasn’t too crowded.”
13-m yacht from Serangan to Nusa Penida: manta-ray swim, snorkeling bays, Kelingking views, lagoon cruise, lunch, GoPro footage.
“Excellent trip. Lots of time travelling on the boat, plenty of snorkelling time, a lovely lunch spot and very friendly hosts. Had a great day!”
Private Bali water sports at Tanjung Benoa: Jet Ski, parasailing and banana boat, then a 2-hour Bali Orchid Spa massage.
“It’s very fun and it’s not overly challenging so no matter what age group you’re in it should be appropriate.”
Private Bali fishing on a comfortable 11m boat with Shimano gear, a long-experienced guide, and a lunch cooked from your catch.
“We had an amazing experience, by far the greatest guide we ever coulve asked for! Caught lots of fish. Would definitely recommend.”
Private Ubud waterfall and rice-terrace highlights, then a sunset dinner cruise on a traditional Phinisi sailboat with buffet and optional vegan meals.
“Excellent and never forget experience from visiting the rice terrace to the cuise tour.”
Private Lovina dolphin watching and snorkeling from Seminyak with early pickup, private boat, temple stops, lunch, and $152 value.
“Loved the tour, if was very fun. Even saw the dolphins. The tour guide was so helpful he told us everything about the culture and religious belief of Bali while exploring through the city. I even enjoyed the temple visit. It was very beautiful and nice experience, thanks to tomato.”
