Comments on: Going Back in Time on Nusa Lembongan

By: Laura

Laura — Wed, 13 Jun 2018 01:30:20 +0000

Hi Alex, I’m going to Bali for the first time in August. I’m planning to do Bali for a week with a friend, but then I’ll have 4-5 days my myself. I was thinking of going to Nusa or Gili but not sure about which. I don’t dive or anything and I’d be by myself… any thoughts?? 🙂

By: Alex

Alex — Thu, 21 Sep 2017 04:16:40 +0000

In reply to Vanessa.

Hey Vanessa. Tough call! For diving, Gili is much more for beginners and for training and Nusa islands are for advanced divers who want to see large marine animals! I think for relaxing, I would head to Nusa — in my opinion Gili Trawangan is more party oriented and lively and Nusa is more romantic and chilled. Good luck — you can’t go wrong!

By: Vanessa

Vanessa — Sun, 03 Sep 2017 05:23:04 +0000

Hi Alex, lovely post on your experiences.. so well articulate:)… Me and my husband are travelling to Bali for 11 days 1st week of October and we are definitely doing Bali mainland. However we are absolutely torn apart between the Nusa islands and the Gilli islands… Been reading a lot. Would you be able to tell us which one would be better (in terms of beaches, relaxation, snorkeling and food). Since you have been to both islands would love your thougts! ????

By: Alex

Alex — Sat, 24 Jun 2017 23:39:51 +0000

In reply to Alex. Hey Alex! Good question! The diving conditions in Nusa Lembongan are much, much tougher than those in Gili T, which I think makes it a less ideal training center. So you will probably have less overall students and more experienced fun divers. Plus, your own dives will be more demanding. I really wanted focus on the training itself rather than the diving, which made Gili a better fit for me. But if you want to go somewhere where you'll be wowed underwater every day, Lembongan might be the spot for you -- just chose a busy dive center! Good luck!

By: Alex

Alex — Sat, 24 Jun 2017 22:46:30 +0000

Hey Alex – just came across this post and love the pictures! I’m thinking of doing my Divemaster in either Gili T or Lembongan, but am having trouble deciding. Have never been to either. Any suggestions?

By: Alex

Alex — Sun, 12 Feb 2017 07:41:56 +0000

In reply to Liz. The mantas are definitely the most amazing part of Lembongan -- and there's a lot of competition! Glad you enjoyed it as much as I did!

By: Liz

Liz — Sun, 12 Feb 2017 00:11:01 +0000

Hi Alex,
I just saw your post now and it reminds me of good memories !
I also went to Lembongan and really liked it ! I wished I stayed longer. My all time favorite was the snorkeling to the mantarays organized by Kadek and her husband. I see that you did it too !
Best,

By: Alex

Alex — Sat, 12 Nov 2016 20:02:33 +0000

In reply to Tessa.

So sorry — I don’t have any details beyond what is written here. I’ve become a much better blogger in the meantime 🙂

By: Tessa

Tessa — Tue, 08 Nov 2016 03:15:41 +0000

I love how you have described your bungalow here! Would you by chance have the details or know where it is located? would love to look into it!

By: Alex

Alex — Mon, 07 Mar 2016 08:27:27 +0000

In reply to Jen. Hey Jen! Unfortunately my friend Niel arranged the stay and I never got the name of where we were staying. There wasn't even a sign out front! I'd recommend checking Agoda though if you want to book ahead :)