
Pasih Uug Beach
Nusa Penida's wild stone arch above the blue






About
Pantai Broken Beach is not a beach in any conventional sense — there is no sand, no shoreline to walk, and no way down to the water. What you get instead is one of Nusa Penida's most dramatic geological spectacles: a massive natural stone bridge arching over a circular collapsed cliff cove, where deep blue ocean surges in and out through the arch below your feet. The clifftop path is the only vantage point, and from up here the contrast between the raw black rock and the churning blue water below is genuinely striking. At roughly 80 metres across, the cove is compact enough to take in at a single glance, yet the scale of the arch above it stops you mid-step. It's wild, elemental, and unlike anything else on the island.
How to get there
Nusa Penida is reached by ferry — the most common crossing departs from Padang Bai to Teluk Nare. Once on the island, Broken Beach is about 40 minutes by car from the Toyapakeh ferry port; the road is manageable but winding. Paid parking is available on-site in a shared area with Angel's Billabong next door — expect to pay IDR 5,000–10,000, and note that vendor congestion around the parking area has increased since 2023. There is no entry fee to the viewpoint itself, but the clifftop path begins immediately from the car park.
Who it's for
For couples
The raw, elemental atmosphere and the shared spectacle of standing at the cliff edge above the arch make this a genuinely memorable stop for couples — just come early before the site gets busy and you'll have the clifftop largely to yourselves.
For families
Families with older children who can follow the rule to stay on the clifftop path will find it rewarding, but the uneven trail, the absence of any barrier in sections, and the strict no-descent rule mean it is not suitable for very young children or toddlers without close supervision.
Our take
Feet in the sand, eyes on the screen
Be clear with yourself before you go: Broken Beach is a viewpoint, not a beach. There is no sand, no swimming, and no way down to the water — and that is not a limitation to work around, it is the whole point. The natural stone arch over the collapsed cove is a genuine geological spectacle, and the deep blue of the ocean churning below the clifftop is as dramatic as the photos suggest. The clifftop path has no barriers in sections, so keep well back from the edge and keep children close. Pair it with Angel's Billabong 0.3 km away and you have one of the most visually concentrated half-hours on Nusa Penida. Come in the dry season — May through October — and arrive early to get the clifftop to yourself before the day-trippers arrive from the ferry ports.
What to do
Broken Beach is almost always visited alongside Angel's Billabong, a natural jade-green tidal infinity pool carved into black basalt just 0.3 km away — the two sites together make a natural half-day pairing. A short distance further, Manta Bay at 1.5 km is a recognised manta ray cleaning station and one of the best snorkel sites in the area. For those willing to push a little further, Kelingking Beach at 3.2 km delivers the island's iconic T-Rex limestone headland, with a rope-descent trail down to the beach below.
The arch shot from directly above — standing on the clifftop with the circular cove and blue water below framed by the stone bridge — is the defining image of this site.
A second strong composition comes from pulling back along the path to capture the full sweep of the collapsed cliff wall with the open ocean beyond it. Both shots work best in the first two hours after sunrise before the light flattens and the site gets busy.
Where to eat
Warung Krisnaaa and Deliciosas Penida are both within 200 metres of the site and are your best options for a quick bite before or after the viewpoint. New Angel Billabong Restaurant at 0.4 km is a natural stop if you're combining the visit with Angel's Billabong. Mr Makan Warung, about 2 km away, offers Indonesian food if you want something more substantial after exploring the area.
Where to stay
Broken Beach Villa at 1.1 km is the closest place to stay and puts you within easy walking distance of both main viewpoints. Crystal Bay Bungalows at 2.2 km and Nusava at 3.3 km offer slightly more distance from the day-visitor activity while keeping you on the same side of the island. Kelingking Mesari Villa at 3.4 km is worth considering if you plan to combine Broken Beach with a visit to Kelingking.
Photography
The single best shot is from the clifftop directly above the arch, looking down into the circular cove with the blue ocean framed by black rock — morning light from the east hits the water inside the cove most cleanly. For a wider composition that captures the full arc of the stone bridge against the open sea, move along the clifftop path toward the western edge before the light gets harsh.
Good to know
Descent into the cove is strictly prohibited — stay on the clifftop path at all times, as several sections have no barrier along the edge. Do not attempt to reach the water; this is a viewpoint only and swimming is not possible here under any circumstances. The path is uneven and only partially accessible for visitors with mobility limitations. Avoid visiting in December, January, or February: wet season rains increase cliff erosion risk and make the path dangerously slippery.
Map
Nearby places
Warung Krisnaaa
Deliciosas Penida
New Angel Billabong Restaurant
Warung "Angel Billabong"
Mr Makan Warung
Broken Beach Villa
Crystal Bay Bungalows
Nusava
ceningan palms
Kelingking Mesari villa
Things to see around Bunga Mekar
Angel's Billabong
Natural jade-green tidal infinity pool in black basalt
Kelingking Beach
Iconic T-Rex limestone headland with rope-descent beach
Manta Bay
Manta ray cleaning station snorkel site
Frequently asked
The information on this page is provided for guidance only and may evolve. Access conditions, safety and infrastructure can change without notice. Always check official sources before traveling.
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- Photo 1 — anastasia r · source · CC BY-ND 2.0
- Photo 2 — Agustina Sulistio · source · CC BY-SA 4.0
- Photo 3 — anastasia r · source · CC BY-ND 2.0
- Photo 4 — anastasia r · source · CC BY-ND 2.0
- Photo 5 — Agustina Sulistio · source · CC BY-SA 4.0
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