A different way to experience paradise.
Created by the local conservation community Nuansa Pulau, this Indonesian led social enterprise designs regenerative travel experiences on Nusa Penida, just 30 minutes by boat from Bali.
Here, you do more than just chase the Instagram moments the island is famous for. You join coral planting sessions, support mangrove recovery, learn about marine ecosystems and even farm seaweed alongside local families whose livelihoods depend on healthy oceans.
You get in the water. You work alongside conservationists. And yes, the views are still spectacular.
Since 2017, the team has planted more than 100,000 corals while building a model where tourism actively funds environmental recovery and local livelihoods.
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Moving beyond the pretty photos
Nusa Penida has seen rapid tourism growth in recent years, largely driven by its dramatic landscapes. Instead of quick viewpoints and crowded photo stops where most travellers experience the island, Ecotourism Nusa Penida focuses on learning, restoration and meaningful engagement with the local community, something many visitors rarely get to experience.
Ecotourism Nusa Penida is operated 100% by locals as part of the organisation Nuansa Pulau. Every spend stays on the island, supporting local livelihoods and empowering the community to continue its conservation work.
Every activity is designed to create measurable impact. Travellers take part in coral planting, mangrove restoration, environmental education and seaweed farming experiences that connect marine conservation with local income.
Operated entirely by the local village, what started as a coral restoration initiative evolved into a broader vision: using tourism as a tool for regeneration.
Today, every planted coral, every restored mangrove and every interaction feeds back into that original mission, to protect Nusa Penida while creating opportunities for the community that calls it home.
Lifechanging Experience!!! This Programm was so Good, we had great activities learned a lot of Useful and interesting Information we supported the locals and the Marine Life and Overall I just can’t recommend anything more. It opened my eyes in so many ways and in will Never forget These memories. Huge Thank You to Ayu she was with me through the whole Programm we where like best friends shes the best so nice and welcoming. Huge thank you to Nyoman the cutest nicest guy aswell and to the whole of Ecotourism.
My partner and I wanted to do something meaningful while in Bali and found Ecotourism Nusa Penida. It was a delightful balance of sightseeing, culture, and most importantly, volunteer work to improve the local ecology. We had the opportunity to learn about coral and mangroves, help in planting both, learn about local culture through making coconut oil and cooking, amongst other things. Our host, Ayu, was friendly and energetic. She was attentive, passionate about what she does, and incredibly helpful when we had a last minute changes in plans due to a flight cancellation. It's inspiring to see the local people of the island working together to restore this important ecosystem, and this was such an incredible way to support it, be a part of it, and still enjoy the local vibes. I would return in a heartbeat and encourage you to make this a part of your time in Indonesia!
I spent a day with Nyoman touring the seaweed farm & coral garden and it was incredible! The best thing I have done on Nusa Penida. So interesting to learn about seaweed farming, meet a local farmer, try the seaweed products and then visit the coral farm and snorkel with beautiful fish. Thank you Nyoman & Cat 💛🙏🪸 you are doing fantastic work for the marine life.
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