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Coral Reef Restoration with Marine Scientists in Nusa Penida

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Activity provider: Project Laut
Coral Reef Restoration with Marine Scientists in Nusa Penida
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Half-day tour in Nusa Penida, including Presentation by Marine Biologist and Marine Snorkel guide. Run by Project Laut, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Runs 4 hours
  • Presentation by Marine Biologist
  • Marine Snorkel guide
  • Snorkel Tour of our Restoration Site & House Reef
  • Snorkel Equipment (Mask, Snorkel, Fins) rental included
  • Snacks, coffee and tea on the boat

Coral Reef Restoration with Marine Scientists in Nusa Penida: Key Facts

PriceFrom $107 per person
Duration4 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Full description

This is a 4-hour experience in Nusa Penida. It is run by Project Laut, an operator we book with directly rather than through a reseller, which is why we can hold your place with them before we treat your booking as final.

Nusa Penida is the largest of the three islands off Bali's south-east coast, about 200 square kilometres of limestone with cliffs on the south and west and a few villages on the north coast where the boats land. It has no traffic to speak of but its roads are narrow and slow, which is why a day trip covers either the west side (Kelingking, Broken Beach, Angel's Billabong) or the east (Diamond Beach, Atuh, Tree House), not both. Fast boats from Sanur take thirty to forty-five minutes, run from around 7:00, and are cancelled or delayed in a big swell. Bring cash: card machines are rare and the ATMs are unreliable.

The price covers Presentation by Marine Biologist, Marine Snorkel guide, Snorkel Tour of our Restoration Site & House Reef, Snorkel Equipment and Snacks. It does not cover Boat Transfer from Bali available upon request, Transportation to/from Dive Center upon request and Action camera rental available upon request, so budget for those separately. Everything included is listed in full on this page; if something is not on that list, assume it is not in the price.

Project Laut sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with Project Laut before treating your booking as final. If they cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.

Includes

  • Presentation by Marine Biologist
  • Marine Snorkel guide
  • Snorkel Tour of our Restoration Site & House Reef
  • Snorkel Equipment (Mask, Snorkel, Fins) rental included
  • Snacks, coffee and tea on the boat

Excludes

  • Boat Transfer from Bali available upon request
  • Transportation to/from Dive Center upon request
  • Action camera rental available upon request

Important information

Meeting point

Project Laut sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 4 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Starting from $107
$107
Need a custom booking or have a larger group?Contact Support via WhatsApp
Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more

Traveler Reviews

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Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
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Jackie
March 31, 2026

Bruce and I had a really special experience with Project Laut. The morning presentation was genuinely interesting and gave us a much better understanding of coral restoration, the challenges reefs are facing, and the work Project Laut is doing in Nusa Penida; very informative without being too technical. Abas was excellent at explaining everything in a clear and engaging way. Going out to the restoration site afterwards made it all come to life. We snorkeled above the area while the Project Laut divers worked below us, attaching coral and repositioning restoration structures, and there was som

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Katie
March 21, 2026

This was such a cool experience! I learned a lot about Project Laut and the conservation work they do and also about coral restoration. It was really fun to be able to see the restoration site and understand more about conservation efforts in Nusa Penida. The site was beautiful and I also saw lots of species of fish and a turtle. I would recommend this experience to everyone who visits Penida.

Frequently Asked Questions

Project Laut sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed.
The price does not cover boat transfer from bali available upon request, transportation to/from dive center upon request and action camera rental available upon request. Everything it does cover is listed in full on this page, so if something is not on that list, budget for it separately.
The strait to Nusa Penida and the manta sites take open-ocean swell. On big days the operator diverts to sheltered sites or cancels the crossing, and that is their call on the morning, not ours. If a cancellation is theirs you are refunded in full. Keep phones and passports in a dry bag; boarding at some harbours means wading from the beach.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
Presentation by Marine Biologist, Marine Snorkel guide, Snorkel Tour of our Restoration Site & House Reef, Snorkel Equipment (Mask, Snorkel, Fins) rental included, Snacks, coffee and tea on the boat
The duration of the Coral Reef Restoration with Marine Scientists in Nusa Penida is typically 4 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
Starting from$107