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Kelingking beach, Nusa Penida

Description

Kelingking is one Nusa Penida's most famous sights. It consists of cliff edge views over the ocean and a crescent of golden sand 300m below, accessible through a super steep combination of dirt path and stairs. The beach at the bottom is one of the very best and arguably the most spectacular not just on the island but in Bali. Nusa Penida is the largest (200km2) and furthest of the three south-eastern islands of Bali. It is known for its spectacular scenery (cliffs and beaches) and renowned diving sites such as Manta Point.

Access & Transport

The site is about 7km west of the "main road" in Batumadeg. The best way to get there is by scooter or with a taxi. You can also join an organised day-tour.

Instructions & Recommendations

Access to the beach is tricky and requires moderate level of fitness but more importantly proper footwear with some grip (rubber sole sandals or running shoes). Do not attempt if it is slippery / raining or too windy. And make sure you leave sufficient time between your start and sunset time so as to get sufficient light on your way back up the trail. Count 25mins each way.

Meta review

With the rise of social media and photo sharing, Kelingling has become extremely popular; the number and content of online reviews confirm that as they complain about the sheer amount of people trying to take selfies near the cliff edge. But everybody agrees that the scenery is incredible, and the path to the beach tricky so that many do not attempt it, for safety or fitness reasons. The main drawbacks are the bumpy road to get there, the "queuing up" to get pictures and on the trail, and the trash left by tourists.

Environmental & Social

Green activity and, so far, it hasn't had too much detrimental impact on the local community (unlike other prime attractions in Bali)

Conclusion

For many, Kelingking would be reason enough to come to Nusa Penida - we'd rather say it is one more reason to come! It is genuinely stunning and the expedition down to the beach adds to the experience.

Key positive

Dramatic setting

Really nice sand

Key negative

Challenging hike down to the beach and beware the current

The other tourists...

Suitability

Everybody can come and enjoy the views but the path down to the beach is not suitable from younger children and those with physical disabilities.

About this Rating

TYPE

Onsite

RESEARCHED IN

June 2024

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit
Estimated visit time includes the walk down to the beach and back up

av. transport time:0h 45m

est. visit time:2h

Sunlight based

Sunrise / early morningOk

MorningOk

Lunch timeOk

AfternoonOk

Sunset / eveningOk

Night – bef. midnightNo

Night – aft. midnightNo

Pricing
Parking is Rp10,000 for cars and Rp5,000 for motorbikes
Free

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