The 13 Dolphin and Snorkeling Trips in Indonesia That Are Worth the Early Start

1.Bali/Lovina: Guided Dolphin Watching & Sunrise Boat Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,983 reviews · 4 - 8 hours · from $18Our pick

Start before sunrise at Lovina Beach, where guides such as Moy, Dedi, and Lolot help you spot wild dolphins from a boat. You may swim while holding a secured float, then snorkel over coral and fish. Choose a Lovina meeting point or hotel pickup, but allow extra time for Bali’s long roads.

“Me and my friend Rebecca was on the trip with a guide named MOY, he was so funny and so sweet, and we could really feel he was trying so much to give us the best trip ever!! We had such a good time, we sang with him and he gave us some bread to feed the fish 10/10 would definitely do it again🤩 We love Moy🩷 Thank you so much for a once in a lifetime experience and a great day! Love from Denmark 🇩🇰”

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2.Bali: Watching Dolphin, Swimming & Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 315 reviews · from $21

Start early from Lovina Beach to watch wild dolphins at sunrise, then swim and snorkel among reef fish. Guides such as Bagas, Leo, and Ketut Artana are available, with optional hotel pickup from much of central and south Bali. Expect a flexible 4 to 7 hour outing, weather-dependent wildlife sightings, and a wooden boat ride along North Bali’s coast.

“Bagas was amazingg, made sure we had a great time and saw a lot of dolphins. His English and communication was amazing, I would highly recommend him for future tours”

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3.Lovina Dolphin Watching, Swimming, and Snorkeling Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 114 reviews · from $34Top rated

Start before sunrise with a long scenic drive to Lovina, then board a traditional jukung for dolphin watching, swimming, and snorkeling. Your boat carries no more than five or six people, and the tour includes equipment, water, tea or coffee, bananas, and an English-speaking driver when pickup is selected. Guides such as Dewa and Ketut are noted for warm, helpful service.

“Ketut and his wife were absolutely lovely. They welcome us with a drink and some fruit. The boat was in a very good and clean condition. The ride to see dolphins was great. Ketut was very friendly and helpful with getting in and out of the water. 5 star experience”

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4.Dolphin Watching Tour, Swimming with Dolphins and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 73 reviews · from $21

Leave Ubud before dawn for Lovina Beach, where a captain takes you out to spot wild dolphins at sunrise. You may swim while holding a wooden bar attached to the boat, then snorkel among coral, fish, and underwater statues. Pickup is offered, equipment and water are included, and drivers such as Juna, Adi, and Kadek State have earned praise for being punctual and helpful.

“Ponal has been an excellent captain. Very kind and respectful to the dolphins. Thanks to him we had a great experience and we would definitely choose him again.”

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5.Bali/Lovina: Dolphin Snorkeling, Swimming & Waterfall Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 36 reviews · 3 - 12 hours · from $19

Start before sunrise at Lovina Beach for a boat ride among wild dolphins, a sea swim using a boat-held plank, and coral-reef snorkeling. Add GitGit Waterfall, Handara Gate, Twin Lakes, or hotel pickup from central Bali. Guides such as Adi and Dudik handle transfers and local stops.

“Activité mémorable, où nous avons pu nager avec les dauphins et découvrir la beauté des profondeurs marines. Nous avons également pu profiter d’un très beau levé de soleil lors de notre arrivée sur le bateau. Encore merci à Dudik, qui a assuré notre transport, agréable, disponible, volontaire, et de bons conseils.”

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6.Private Full-Day Lovina Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 11 reviews · from $152

Leave Seminyak at 2 a.m. with a private English-speaking guide and drive north to Lovina for a sunrise boat ride, dolphin watching, and snorkeling. The day also includes breakfast, lunch, Ulun Danu Bratan Temple, Handara Gate, bottled water, equipment, and hotel return. Guides may include Beni, Wayan, Exbi, or Rhory.

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7.Bali: Dolphin Watching, Snorkeling, and Munduk Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 10 hours · from $85

You’ll leave early for Lovina Beach in a traditional outrigger boat, watch wild dolphins, and snorkel if sea conditions allow. Guides such as Gede and Darma adjust the day to your pace, taking you to Brahmavihara Arama, Banjar Hot Springs, and Banyumala Twin Waterfalls. Expect 10 hours, moderate walking, and a full day for $85 per person.

“Belle journée intense et complète. Nous avons eu un magnifique lever de soleil et avons pu trouver les dauphins. Nous avons pu descendre à l’eau pendant la navigation pour les voir également sous l’eau. Attention, il faut s’attendre à du monde. Les embarcations étaient nombreuses et une fois les dauphins repérés on a un sentiment de course poursuite. Notre capitaine a pris l’initiative de s’éloigner du premier emplacement et nous les avons retrouvés plus loin avec moins de bateaux sur le même spot cela était plus agréable. Pour le reste de la journée, notre guide Darma était au top. Il nous a fourni beaucoup d’explications au temple Bouddhiste et sur…”

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8.Lovina : SPECIAL FULL TRIP dolphin watch, swim, and snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 8 reviews · 3 - 4 hours · from $28

Start from Lovina Beach with an English-speaking captain and guide, usually at 6:00 or 8:30 AM. Watch dolphins, swim while holding the boat, then snorkel among coral and fish. Coffee, tea, Balinese cake, music, and selected pickup options are included. Guides such as Ogi and Youri have earned strong praise for their care.

“Notre guide Youri était parfait. Il a été au petit soin avec nous. Pour lui, je mets 5 étoiles. Par contre, la poursuite des dauphins avec tous les bateaux autour d'eux. Je ne sais pas si c'est encore respectueux de la nature... Le snorkeling après, nickel !”

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9.Bali: Lovina Swimming With Dolphine & Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 5 reviews · 2 - 4 hours · from $15Best value

Meet at Erik Dolphine in Lovina or choose pickup from areas including Kuta, Seminyak, Canggu, Sanur, Denpasar, Ubud, and Lovina. A guide takes you by traditional boat to watch dolphins at sunrise, with swimming and snorkeling added according to your selected option. English and Indonesian are available.

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10.Lovina/BALI : SPECIAL Dolphin Watching,Swimming,Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5 reviews · 3 - 8 hours · from $24

Set out from Lovina Beach with an English-speaking crew to watch wild dolphins, swim, and snorkel for about 3.5 hours. Brah may help with transfers and local tips. Coffee, Balinese cakes, music, and safety equipment are included, while towels are not. Private and small-group options are available.

“The trip was super organised. When we couldn't find our way, Brah came and picked us up and helped us. He gave us clear instructions on what to do on the boat and made sure we could see the dolphins super well and swim with them. After the toure, he also helped us with suggestions we could still do here because of this we saw some super beautiful waterfalls. Overall, it was a super tour and above expectations!”

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11.Bali and Lovina with Sunrise Dolphin Tour and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $27

Meet at Mentari Lovina Bar & Kitchen or confirm pickup, then set out by jukung for sunrise, dolphin watching, and snorkeling. A licensed guide, equipment, breakfast, drinks, and air-conditioned transport are included. Edy is a named guide who has helped with pickup and onward transport, though guide assignments may vary.

“A great experience, a beautiful sunrise at sea. We could see the dolphins!”

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12.Lovina Sunrise Dolphin with option snorkeling and waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 3 reviews · from $16

Set out early for Lovina Beach and watch wild dolphins at sunrise from Celuk Agung Beach. You get private transport, hotel pickup and drop-off, and a driver-guide. The supplied details also mention snorkeling and waterfalls, but confirm those options before booking because the stated stop is dolphin watching only.

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13.Lovina Dolphin Watching, Snorkeling and Waterfall Tour in Bali

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $102

Travel by private air-conditioned vehicle from southern Bali to Lovina Beach for a boat trip, dolphin watching, and snorkeling, then visit Git-Git Waterfall. Your driver handles pickup, parking, fuel, and core entrance fees. Optional stops include Handara Gate, Wanagiri, Jatiluwih, Ulun Danu Bratan, and Bali Botanic Garden.

“It was an interesting experience to see dolphins and to snorkel on Lovina Beach. The tour guide Kadek was very professional, he was making sure I was satisfied with everything. Highly recommended!!!”

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