**A Bali to Nusa Lembongan private boat trip is a full-boat buyout that departs Benoa Harbour or Serangan, crosses to the sheltered water off Mushroom Bay for snorkelling, pairs island touring with Devil’s Tear, then runs a sunset dinner segment on the way home. Entry private boats start near IDR 6,000,000 (roughly USD 350-400) as of 2026, with decor, catering and photography added on top.**
Lembongan is the calmer run in the Nusa trio. The bays sit closer to Bali than Nusa Penida’s exposed manta sites, and Mushroom Bay gives you flat, protected water for swimming and a celebration segment without fighting swell. That combination — short crossing, sheltered anchorage, no strangers on deck — is why couples and families pick Lembongan for a private day rather than a shared group boat.
Why book a private buyout instead of a group Lembongan tour?
A shared Lembongan tour packs 20 to 40 passengers onto a fixed schedule. A private buyout gives you the whole vessel, your own timing, and the freedom to linger at Mushroom Bay or push on to Devil’s Tear when the light is right. For a proposal, a birthday or a family day, that control is the product.
| What matters | Group tour | Private buyout with Bahari Privé |
|---|---|---|
| Who is on board | 20-40 strangers | Your party only (under ~20 guests) |
| Schedule | Fixed | Yours — snorkel or sunset first |
| Celebration setup | Not possible | Decor, cake, photographer as add-ons |
| Route flexibility | One loop | Mushroom Bay, Devil’s Tear, custom stops |
| Privacy for a moment | None | Full — “your moment, your boat, zero strangers” |
Documented occasion charters keep groups under about 20 guests, which fits proposals, anniversaries, small birthdays and intimate family runs. Catamarans (around 14 guests) add deck space and stability if you want an onboard toast or a seated dinner segment.
What does a Bali to Nusa Lembongan private charter cost in 2026?
Pricing depends on the boat class, the season and how long you keep the vessel. All figures below are dated as of 2026 and subject to change; treat them as planning ranges, not quotes.
| Option | Typical duration | Indicative price (2026) | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entry-level simple private boat | Full day | From IDR 6,000,000 (~USD 350-400) | Couples wanting a private buyout on a budget |
| Per-hour Lembongan/Penida snorkel run | Hourly | ~USD 113 per hour | Short, flexible half-day trips |
| Mid-size motor yacht or sailing catamaran | Day trip | ~USD 1,500-3,500+ | Families, birthdays, onboard dinners |
| Larger luxury yacht | Day trip | ~USD 3,000-5,000+ | Bigger celebrations, premium finish |
For context, Bali-specific rental platforms list an average boat near USD 1,137 per day, with a floor around USD 319/day and a ceiling near USD 4,500/day across a fleet of about 45 boats, and one platform quotes a private Nusa Penida–Lembongan snorkel-and-fishing charter at about USD 113 per hour. Boataround’s Bali search shows roughly 22 yachts from USD 457/day, and Click&Boat reports an Indonesia-wide average of about USD 1,659/day. Season swings the number hard: documented averages run roughly USD 1,674/day in high season versus about USD 383/day in low season, so a shoulder-month date can materially cut your cost.
What is included, and what costs extra?
Typical Bali private charter prices already cover the essentials. The celebration layer is where the add-ons come in — and that is deliberate, so you only pay for the setup you actually want.
Usually included in the base charter
- Licensed captain and crew
- Standard fuel for popular routes (Lembongan is a short, standard run)
- Basic snorkelling gear
- Iced water and soft drinks
- Safety equipment
Common paid add-ons
- Hotel transfers and any harbour fees
- Premium catering and alcohol
- Styling and decor for a proposal, birthday or anniversary
- Professional photography or videography
- Drone footage of the crossing and the bays
For proposals, birthdays, anniversaries and intimate weddings, styling, premium catering and photography are handled as bespoke add-ons on top of the base charter — quoted per occasion so nothing is buried in a package you didn’t need.
How does booking your Lembongan private trip work?
Booking is handled directly by the Bali Premium Trip reservations team. The flow is short:
- Message the concierge. Send your date, guest count, departure point (Benoa or Serangan) and the occasion to WhatsApp 6281128590000.
- Pick your boat and route. The team matches a vessel to your group size and confirms the Mushroom Bay / Devil’s Tear plan plus any sunset dinner segment.
- Add your moment. Choose decor, catering, cake, photographer or drone as add-ons — quoted transparently on top of the base charter.
- Confirm and hold the date. You receive an itemised quote with the 2026 rate, inclusions and add-ons in writing.
- Sail. Crew handle safety, timing and weather calls; you handle the celebrating.
Because Bali Premium Trip is the operator arranging your charter through vetted, licensed partners, the boats run with licensed captains and crew and standard safety equipment — consistent with the national maritime licensing and safety norms administered under Indonesia’s Ministry of Transportation (Kementerian Perhubungan).
When is the best time to cross to Nusa Lembongan?
Lembongan runs year-round, but calm-sea planning matters for the Bali crossing. Operators emphasise weather-based rescheduling, and a smoother sea makes the sunset dinner segment far more comfortable on the way home. Mornings tend to be flattest for snorkelling at Mushroom Bay; late afternoon delivers the light you want for photos at Devil’s Tear.
Two shifts are emerging as of 2026 and worth planning around, both subject to change. Benoa marina is growing and celebration-at-sea demand is rising, which is tightening premium-date availability — booking a private Lembongan buyout earlier is smart for weekends and holidays. Separately, mandatory e-ticketing on the Nusa side is reshaping private day-charter logistics, so let the concierge confirm the current entry process for your date rather than assuming last season’s rules.
Ready to plan your private Lembongan day?
Tell us the date, the group, and the moment — a proposal at Mushroom Bay, a family birthday, an anniversary dinner as the sun drops behind Bali. Bahari Privé, operated by Bali Premium Trip, arranges the full-boat buyout, the route and every add-on through vetted licensed partners.
- WhatsApp: 6281128590000
- Email: sales@balipremiumtrip.com
Share your date and guest count and the reservations team will send an itemised 2026 quote. Your moment, your boat, zero strangers.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the crossing from Bali to Nusa Lembongan?
On a fast private craft the Bali-to-Lembongan crossing usually takes about 30 to 45 minutes from Benoa or Serangan; slower motor yachts run longer. Operators schedule around calm-sea windows and reserve the right to reschedule for weather, so morning departures are common for the smoothest ride out to Mushroom Bay.
Can we snorkel Mushroom Bay and see Devil’s Tear on the same private trip?
Yes. A private buyout lets you combine both on one route: snorkel the sheltered water off Mushroom Bay, then tour to Devil’s Tear for its dramatic blowhole and cliff views. Because you control the schedule, the crew can time each stop around the light and sea conditions rather than a fixed group loop.
Is the sea calm enough for a sunset dinner on the way back?
Lembongan’s bays are among the calmer Nusa options, which is why it suits an onboard dinner segment. Comfort still depends on the day’s conditions, so operators plan around calm-sea windows and may reschedule. A catamaran, at roughly 14 guests, adds stability and deck space if a seated sunset dinner is central to your plan.
How many guests can join a private Lembongan charter?
Documented occasion charters keep groups under about 20 guests, which covers couples, families and small birthday or anniversary parties on a full-boat buyout. Entry boats suit two to a handful of guests; mid-size motor yachts and catamarans (around 14 guests) handle larger family days and onboard celebrations. Share your headcount and the team matches the vessel.
Can you set up a proposal or birthday onboard to Lembongan?
Yes — that is the point of an occasion buyout. Styling and decor, premium catering, a cake and professional photography or drone footage are arranged as bespoke add-ons on top of the base charter, quoted per occasion. Tell the concierge the moment you’re planning and the setup is prepared before you board.