Island Hopping from Bali: The Ultimate Slow Travel Guide to Nusa Ceningan, Lembongan & Penida

Bali has long been loved for its culture, beaches, and vibrant energy, but for those seeking stillness, beauty, and unhurried discovery, the real magic begins just offshore.

Welcome to the Nusa Islands, Ceningan, Lembongan, and Penida where island hopping turns into soul-soothing, slow travel. Each island offers something different, yet together they form one of the most enchanting routes in Southeast Asia.

This is your slow travel guide to experiencing these three islands fully, with ARNA Suites & Ocean Lounge in Nusa Ceningan as your tranquil home base.

Why Choose Island Hopping from Bali?

Island hopping from Bali is the perfect way to escape the crowd and step into nature’s rhythm. Within just 30–45 minutes by fast boat from Sanur, you’ll land on islands where there are no traffic jams, no skyscrapers, and no rush.

Instead, you’ll find limestone cliffs, crystal-clear lagoons, sacred temples, hidden beaches, and warm local communities. You’ll sleep under the stars, eat barefoot by the sea, and remember what it’s like to truly take your time.

Your Slow Travel Itinerary:

Lembongan → Ceningan → Penida

Start your journey in Nusa Lembongan, where you'll discover yellow bridges, mangrove forests, and surf breaks. Rent a scooter, explore dreamy cafes, and cross over into Nusa Ceningan, a quiet gem that often gets overlooked, yet holds some of the most soulful spots of all three.

Nusa Ceningan is where the cliffs meet the calm. It’s where you don’t need to do much — because the view does everything for you. And it’s here, perched above the Blue Lagoon, where you’ll find ARNA Suites & Ocean Lounge.

Use ARNA as your home base to rest between adventures, or spend a full day simply unwinding with a book, a cocktail, or each other.

From there, take a boat day trip to Nusa Penida, the island of dramatic beauty. Visit Kelingking Beach, Diamond Beach, and the breathtaking Atuh cliffs. Then return to Ceningan, where the silence greets you like an old friend.

Where to Stay: Rest, Reset & Be Still at ARNA

Located on the cliffs of Nusa Ceningan with panoramic ocean views, ARNA Suites & Ocean Lounge was created for travelers who don’t just want to see more, they want to feel more.

Natural bamboo design, a 360° infinity pool, romantic cliffside dining, and soul-calming suites create an atmosphere of quiet luxury.

Whether you’re traveling solo, with your partner, or as a couple on a slow honeymoon, ARNA allows you to be fully present, deeply rested, and endlessly inspired.

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Your upgraded suite awaits, a space to reset, reconnect, and savor the slowness of the sea.

How to Island Hop from Bali

1. Depart from Sanur Port

2. Take a fast boat to Nusa Lembongan (30–40 minutes)

3. Cross the Yellow Bridge into Nusa Ceningan

4. From ARNA, book a local boat tour to Nusa Penida

No planes. No schedules. Just ocean, cliffs, and island time.

Ready to Book Your Island Escape?

Take the slower path. And be rewarded with more presence, more beauty, and a lot more peace.

Book now at: www.arnabali.com

Or chat with us on WhatsApp: +62 855 8588 883Promo valid for stays in September – November 2025

Because the best way to explore Bali…

isn’t fast.

It’s barefoot, intentional, and island by island.

Let your journey begin at ARNA.