Snorkel Menjangan & Tabuhan: Full-Day Boat Trip from Banyuwangi to Pristine Reefs and White-Sand Beaches
Difficulty
easy
Duration
12 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; basic swimming ability and comfort in open water recommended.
Overview
A full-day boat trip from Banyuwangi, this open-boat tour links Menjangan’s reef gardens with Tabuhan’s white-sand cove. Expect guided snorkeling, underwater photography, and a close look at coral communities in the Bali Strait.
Snorkel Menjangan & Tabuhan: Full-Day Boat Trip from Banyuwangi to Pristine Reefs and White-Sand Beaches
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At first light the motorboat hums like an animal waking, and the Bali Strait pulls the coastline into a clean horizon. Participants meet at Pondok Bambu Grand Watudodol in Banyuwangi at 07:30, trade greetings over coffee and briefings, and load lunch boxes and snorkeling gear onto a skiff bound for Menjangan Island. The water is glassy as the crew cuts toward the island; coral tops rise like an undersea garden, fish threading the channels beneath.
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Adventure Tips
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
Use biodegradable sunscreen to protect coral and reapply after swimming; a sunshirt helps reduce chemical use.
Secure snorkel fit
Test and fit masks before leaving the pier—leaky gear turns an otherwise great snorkeling stop into a short one.
Prepare for seasickness
Take motion-sickness medicine an hour before departure if you’re sensitive; crossings can be choppy in the afternoon.
Small cash & waterproof bag
Bring small bills for tips or snacks and a dry bag for phones and passports while on the boat.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Parrotfish
- Reef butterflyfish
History
Menjangan is part of the broader West Bali/Java shelf shaped by volcanic activity and long-standing fishing routes; the islands have been stopovers for local boatmen for generations.
Conservation
Both islands rely on permit systems and reef-friendly tourism; use reef-safe products, avoid touching coral, and follow guides’ instructions to minimize impact.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects your skin and the coral; reapply after each swim.
summer specific
Snorkel mask and fins (personal)
A well-fitting mask and fins increase comfort and underwater control.
Water shoes or reef sandals
Protect feet on rocky shores and shallow reef approaches at Tabuhan.
Small dry bag (5–10L)
Keeps camera, phone, and documents dry while moving between islands.