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If you are in Bali and you want to go off-beat, go to Nusa Penida. This island and neighboring Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Ceningan islands are so close to Bali yet remain vastly untouristic. The highlights here are jaw-dropping cliffed coastlines surrounded by pristine waters. You can go on a day cruise from Bali. Better yet, spend a night or two in one of many amazing tree houses on Nusa Penida.

How to go — Nusa Penida is one hour away from mainland Bali by ferry. You can catch a ferry from Sanur Beach in Denpasar & Padang Bai in East Bali. From the ferry landing in Nusa Penida, the best beaches can be reached on a day tour around the island.

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