# Devil's Tear, Nusa Lembongan, Bali

> Devil's Tear is a rocky cove on the southwest of Nusa Lembongan where waves slam into undercut cliffs and burst upward as towering spray; on sunny days a rainbow hangs in the mist. Entry is free and 30–45 minutes is enough. From Bali: fast boat from Sanur (30–40 minutes), then 3 km across the island. Sunset is the best time.

Web page: https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/devils-tear

- City: [Bali](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali), Indonesia
- YesGo score: 29/100 (Yes, if nearby)
- Time on site: 45 min
- Opening hours: Open 24 hours; best by day and at sunset
- With kids: Better without small kids
- Entry: Free
- Time needed: 30–45 minutes
- Barriers: None — keep well back from the edge
- Nearby: Dream Beach, a few minutes' walk
- Fast boat: Sanur–Nusa Lembongan, 30–40 minutes
- Coordinates: -8.69076, 115.42929
- Facts checked: 10.11.2026

## Key facts

- **Blowholes** — waves hit undercut limestone and shoot up as spray (source: travel guides)
- **Rainbows** — appear in the spray on sunny days (source: travel guides)
- **Free** — no ticket for the rocks (source: travel guides)
- **≈ 3 km** — from Jungutbatu village (source: OSRM route)
- **30–40 minutes** — by fast boat from Sanur to Nusa Lembongan (source: travel guides)

## What is Devil's Tear?

**Devil's Tear** is a small rocky cove on the **southwest of Nusa Lembongan**, southeast of Bali. Ocean swells charge in under **undercut limestone cliffs**, compressed air and water are forced back out — and a **plume of spray** several metres high bursts over the rocks.

On a sunny day there's almost always a **rainbow** in the mist, and after each big wave the water pours off the rocks in white cascades. It's free and unticketed: just a stretch of coast where people come to watch the ocean's power.

## Devil's Tear sunset

**Sunset** here is one of the island's daily events: the sun drops into the ocean right in front of the rocks, lighting up the spray. Arrive 30–40 minutes early to find a good spot.

The plumes are biggest with **a strong swell and a high tide**, and the rainbow shows best with the sun behind you — in the afternoon. If you're only on Lembongan for a day, come for sunset and take a morning boat back to Sanur; the last boats leave mid-afternoon.

> **Is Devil's Tear dangerous?** There are no barriers, and the occasional wave is far bigger than the rest. Don't go near the edge or climb down to the water for a photo, and never turn your back on the ocean. Hold children's hands. The rocks are sharp and wet — wear closed shoes. Keep your camera away from the spray.

## What to see and where to stand

The most dramatic plumes are at the 'Tear' itself, a narrow cleft where the wave is squeezed hardest. Stand a little higher and to one side: you'll see both the plume and the cove, and get soaked less often.

**Dream Beach**, a few minutes' walk away, has sand and a clifftop café — a good place to head afterwards for a bite while you wait for sunset.

## How to get to Devil's Tear from Bali

First, a **fast boat from Sanur** to Nusa Lembongan, taking about **30–40 minutes** and arriving at **Jungutbatu** village or nearby beaches. Tickets are sold by agencies and online, often with a hotel pickup.

Then it's about **3 km** across the island by scooter, e-bike or local open-backed taxi. Many people walk the southwest corner of Lembongan: Devil's Tear, Dream Beach and the neighbouring coves are close together.

## How to get to Devil's Tear

1. **Fast boat from Sanur** to Nusa Lembongan — 30–40 minutes.
2. **From Jungutbatu** — about 3 km by scooter or local taxi, 10–15 minutes.
3. Then a couple of minutes' walk along a path to the rocks.
4. Nearby: Dream Beach, and Nusa Ceningan across the Yellow Bridge.

## What to bring

- **Closed shoes** — the rocks are sharp and slippery.
- **A phone pouch** — the spray carries a long way.
- **Water and a hat** — there's no shade on the rocks.
- **A torch** — if you stay after dark, the paths aren't lit.

## Is Devil's Tear worth it?

Yes, if you're already on Nusa Lembongan or staying overnight: it's free, wonderfully alive and one of the island's best sunset spots.

YesGo's take: it's not worth a day trip from Bali on its own — you'll spend 30–45 minutes here. It fits best into a Lembongan day with Nusa Ceningan and some snorkeling.

## Bali and island viewpoints compared

Viewpoints on Bali, Nusa Penida and Nusa Lembongan rated by YesGo.

- [Campuhan Ridge Walk](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/campuhan-ridge) — YesGo score 42/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 1 h 15 min · free
- [Bali Swing](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/bali-swing) — YesGo score 32/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 2 h · ≈ IDR 300,000–650,000
- [Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/garuda-wisnu-kencana) — YesGo score 32/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 2 h 30 min · ≈ IDR 125,000–150,000
- [Devil's Tear](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/devils-tear) — YesGo score 29/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 45 min · Free
- [Tegenungan Waterfall](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/tegenungan-waterfall) — YesGo score 29/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 1 h · ≈ IDR 20,000–30,000
- [Tegallalang Rice Terraces](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/tegallalang) — YesGo score 27/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 1 h 30 min · ≈ IDR 15,000–50,000
- [Tanah Lot Temple](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/tanah-lot) — YesGo score 26/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 1 h 30 min · IDR 75,000
- [Handara Gate](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/handara-gate) — YesGo score 25/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 30 min · ≈ IDR 50,000 photo fee
- [Ulun Danu Batur Temple](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/ulun-danu-batur) — YesGo score 24/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 1 h · ≈ IDR 35,000
- [Bajra Sandhi Monument](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/bajra-sandhi) — YesGo score 24/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 1 h · ≈ IDR 30,000
- [Sidemen Valley](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/sidemen) — YesGo score 24/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 3 h · free
- [Broken Beach and Angel's Billabong](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/broken-beach) — YesGo score 24/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 1 h · Small fee
- [Nusa Ceningan](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/nusa-ceningan) — YesGo score 24/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 3 h · Free
- [Karang Boma Cliff](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/karang-boma) — YesGo score 24/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 45 min · ≈ IDR 10,000–20,000
- [Uluwatu Temple](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/uluwatu-temple) — YesGo score 23/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 1 h 30 min · ≈ IDR 50,000–60,000
- [Ulun Danu Beratan Temple](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/ulun-danu-bratan) — YesGo score 23/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 1 h 15 min · IDR 100,000
- [Mount Agung](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/mount-agung) — YesGo score 23/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 10 h · tour ≈ IDR 1,250,000–2,800,000
- [Besakih Temple](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/besakih) — YesGo score 22/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 2 h · IDR 150,000
- [Mount Batur](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/mount-batur) — YesGo score 22/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 5 h · tour ≈ IDR 600,000–1,500,000
- [Lake Batur](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/lake-batur) — YesGo score 22/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 1 h 30 min · free; hot springs ≈ IDR 200,000
- [Kelingking Beach](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/kelingking-beach) — YesGo score 22/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 1 h 30 min · Small fee
- [Diamond Beach](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/diamond-beach) — YesGo score 22/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 1 h 30 min · Small fee
- [Atuh Beach](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/atuh-beach) — YesGo score 22/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 1 h 30 min · Small fee
- [Jatiluwih Rice Terraces](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/jatiluwih) — YesGo score 21/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 2 h · ≈ IDR 50,000–75,000
- [Balangan Beach](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/balangan-beach) — YesGo score 21/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 2 h · free, paid parking
- [Amed](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/amed) — YesGo score 21/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 4 h · Free
- [Lempuyang Temple (Gates of Heaven)](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/lempuyang) — YesGo score 20/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 2 h 30 min · ≈ IDR 100,000 + shuttle
- [Melasti Beach](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/melasti-beach) — YesGo score 20/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 2 h 30 min · ≈ IDR 10,000
- [Pandawa Beach](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/pandawa-beach) — YesGo score 20/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 2 h 30 min · ≈ IDR 25,000

## Nusa Lembongan and Ceningan in a day

Snorkeling or a wander around Nusa Ceningan in the morning, Devil's Tear and sunset in the evening. Add it to your trip — YesGo will set the timings and transfers.

1. [Nusa Ceningan](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/nusa-ceningan) — YesGo score 24/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 3 h · Free
2. [Devil's Tear](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/devils-tear) — YesGo score 29/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 45 min · Free

## Tips

- Come for sunset — it's the best time.
- Stay well back from the edge.
- Keep your phone away from the spray.
- Rainbows appear in the afternoon.
- Nearby: [Nusa Ceningan](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/nusa-ceningan).

## Questions

### Where is Devil's Tear?

On the southwest of Nusa Lembongan, next to Dream Beach, southeast of Bali.

### How do I get to Devil's Tear from Bali?

Fast boat from Sanur to Nusa Lembongan (30–40 minutes), then about 3 km across the island.

### Is there an entrance fee?

No, the rocks are free to visit.

### When is the best time to visit Devil's Tear?

Afternoon for rainbows in the spray, and sunset.

### Is Devil's Tear dangerous?

There are no barriers and some waves are very powerful — keep back from the edge.

### Can you swim at Devil's Tear?

No, it's rocks and heavy surf; swim at nearby beaches instead.

### How long do you need at Devil's Tear?

30–45 minutes; a couple of hours with Dream Beach.

### Why is it called Devil's Tear?

The spray shooting from the narrow cleft looks like a tear, and the pounding waves seem bad-tempered.

## How we checked

The rocks, spray and rainbows are described from Nusa Lembongan travel guides; the time needed is our estimate. The crossing time comes from travel guides and booking platforms; prices vary by company, so we don't quote them. The distance is an OSRM route from Jungutbatu (3.3 km). The meaning of the name is a popular explanation, not an official one.

## Sources

- Nusa Lembongan travel guides — the rocks, blowholes, rainbows, sunset, free entry
- Travel guides and booking platforms — Sanur–Nusa Lembongan fast boats, crossing time (unofficial)
- OpenStreetMap — coordinates; OSRM routing — distance from Jungutbatu

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