BEST BEACH BAR IN NUSA PENIDA: GREEN KUBU CLIFFTOP BAR
All you need to know about GREEN KUBU CLIFFTOP BAR & POOL
IN Nusa Penida
Nusa Penida is rather new on the radars of tourists going to Bali. The island became a hot spot thanks to all the influencers and bloggers that were looking for some hidden gems, or some peace, away from the agitated and crowded Bali. Nevertheless, Nusa Penida is a beautiful island with high cliffs, turquoise waters, and breathtaking waterfalls. Even though Nusa Penida is a relatively undeveloped island, there are numerous activities to do on the island and spots worth seeing.
If you got used to Bali’s luxurious beach clubs, infinity pools, and bespoke service in their luxury hotels, know you won’t find in Nusa Penida fancy beach clubs all over the island, or organic farms that will prepare a bio breakfast. But rest assured, you have plenty of nice places where to enjoy a day at the beach or eat a good dinner in a traditional restaurant.
I took a day trip with Viator Travel and we went in the morning to spot Manta rays. My first time spotting them, so I was so touched by this experience. Loved every minute of it. After arriving in Nusa Penida harbor, we were taken by different vans to a very nice place in Nusa Penida, I recommend Green Kubu Clifftop Bar & Pool.
Green Kubu has been created to attract tourism to the island on a plateau that directly faces the sea with a panoramic view from its infinity pool. They’ve added a restaurant and bar for club lovers and turned it into the hangout spot in Nusa Penida for tourists in search of something different.
Green Kubu Nusa Penida has a swimming pool with a great view over the bay. Imagine spending your day in a spot like this, with this view, nice chill music, and sipping your favorite cocktail. You also have a restaurant where you can enjoy some good pasta or just a snack. I took 2 cocktails non-alcoholic because it was way too hot, and they were both very tasty. I also tried some vegetarian pasta which was OK. Don’t expect Italian quality, but something similar. The personnel is very nice and there to serve you immediately.
You have tables for two, sitting side by side and enjoying the beautiful view over the bay, that comes with charging spots. Perfect for uploading your photos on your Instagram Feed or Stories. Even if my suggestion would be to have a detox while you are there and just enjoy the place.
Like in Bali, here in Green Kubu you will also find a gate that opens to the bay. The panorama is amazing and you’ll be able to take some great shots. Green Kubu is one of the new tourist destinations in Nusa Penida, carrying out a new concept that complements the hot spots on the island.
HOW TO GET TO NUSA PENIDA AS A SOLO TRAVELER
As a Solo Traveler, you have two options: you book a private tour with a trusted tour operator like GetYourGuide or you plan it on your own. Let’s cover both options here and you can choose what’s best for you.
1. Book a Private Tour to Nusa Penida
- Day Trip to East Nusa Penida, Atuh & Diamond Beach
- Bali & Nusa Penida 2-Day Flexi Combo Instagram Private Tour
- West Nusa Penida & Snorkeling Small Group Tour
2. Plan a Solo Trip to Nusa Penida on your own
- By Speedboat from Sanur Beach
- By Speedboat from Tanjong Benoa
By Speedboat from Sanur Beach
The most practical way is to board a speedboat from Sanur Beach in Bali. Several operators run speedboat transfers from Sanur Beach to Nusa Penida. You can take the one you prefer, there’s no difference.
Speedboat timeline from Sanur: 7 AM – 10 AM and 2 PM – 5 PM. If you are doing a day trip, try to catch the 7 AM boat.
You can book tickets online or at the cash register, but you should be there at least 30 minutes before the departure to insure you will find a place. The price is the same for both options. Locals and Indonesians pay a reduced price of 200 000 IDR for a roundtrip (13 €/$) while foreigners pay 300 000 IDR for a roundtrip (19€/$).
Speedboat transfer from Tanjong Benoa
If you are far from Sanur and want to take the speedboat from another side of the island, there is a speedboat from Tanjong Benoa, closer to Nusa Dua. Slightly cheaper than Sanur, but they only operate on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, with one departure each day.
HOW TO GET TO GREEN KUBU AFTER ARRIVING IN NUSA PENIDA
Once you arrive in Nusa Penida, you have a few options to go to Green Kubu Clifftop Bar & Pool:
- Rent a Motorbike – from the harbor. The price is around 75 000 IDR (5€/$) a day. Get your tank fuel full while you are still close to the harbor.
- Rent a Car with a driver – for around 500 000 (31€/32$), up to 5 people.
Please note that the road is not like in Bali. It’s very bumpy, like on an unpopulated island, let’s say. very narrow and the cars are very big and large, for 5 people, so when you pass at the same time and the road is super narrow and on your left, you see an abyss and I can tell you get goosebumps. But those drivers are so professional they go at some millimeters close to each other. Never seen something like it.
But once you arrive at Green Kubu you will forget all about the bumpy roads and will indulge in a luxurious day by the pool.
ULTIMATE INSTAGRAMABLE SPOTS IN GREEN KUBU
If you are looking for the best Instagramable spots while enjoying a day by the pool, you’ve come to the right place.
You cannot get more spots in one place than here, so charge your phone and start rolling your cameras.
- Go by the pool area and get creative with some hot pictures by the pool, even some nice videos of you enjoying your time swimming and sipping your favorite cocktail
- Get a picture close to the XXL logo of Green Kubu with a great view of the bay in the back. If you are a group of people, get creative aside from each letter.
- The Gate is another place where you can have some great pictures, like the ones you would have in Bali at Heaven’s Gate, but here you will have better scenery in the background. If you want the mirror effect, use a second phone as a mirror.
- By the bar, you can spot the bartender preparing the cocktails and you can get creative with a nice Reel.
- The sunbed area is also a good spot to get creative and show a typical sunbathing day. take a picture of yourself reading your favorite book or just enjoying a cocktail.
You have tons of different options, you just need to let your inspiration go wild. If you are on your own, don’t mind the people, do your photo shooting, or ask them nicely to help you. It can be the beginning of a nice friendship.
HOW CAN YOU SPEND YOUR DAY in GREEN KUBU?
First, please note that you should make a reservation because in the peak season it can get crowded. If you want to enjoy and have a nice sunbed be sure to reserve way ahead.
The pool is such a nice spot to spend your day. You even have chairs in the pool, by the ocean, so you can take your cocktail with you in the pool and just enjoy the view and the speedboat passing by. It’s such a nice way of doing active meditation.
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