Indonesia is becoming recognised as an ideal tourist destination, especially when it is surrounded by islands such as Bali which are renowned for their beauty. Given that Bali is an established tourism destination, the range of accommodation in Bali to choose from is diverse, ranging from budget lodgings to luxury resorts such as COMO Shambhala Estate, Bali.
If you wish to escape into a place that is far away from civilisation, whose natural splendour and appeal remains untouched and unspoilt, then Nusa Lemongan is the ideal destination for you. The island is located a short distance away from the south-eastern shore of Bali and is so small that an all-round tour can be accomplished in about five hours.
Much like Bali, Nusa Lembongan also derives her main income from tourism. Due to her relative obscurity and distance from more commercialised areas of Bali, the beaches of this tiny island are consistently met with critical acclaim for their cleanliness and serenity. Many would claim that the sand is powdery in composition and the waters are known to be a transparent turquoise. The marine life within the waters of Nusa Lembongan is bountiful and the coral unharmed, making this island an ideal retreat for snorkelers and scuba divers alike. A recent survey revealed that there are over 240 varieties of coral and 562 species of reef fish. Surfing is also a popular occurrence around the island, but there are specific areas that are worthy of surfing and they tend to get quite crowded.
Nusa Lembongan is ideal for a day trip and is easily accessible by speedboat. If you were to charter one from the resort town of Sanur on the east coast of Bali, the ride would generally take about thirty minutes. Serenity within pristine beaches, clear waters teeming with life, and nature that is unspoilt waits on this island, so be sure to visit if you find yourself in Bali.
Roland Lefevre is a travel writer who specializes in creating features on leisure as well as business travel destinations across the globe.