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Wild dolphins swimming beside a traditional jukung boat at sunrise in Lovina, North Bali

Dolphin Watching in Lovina, North Bali

Every morning before sunrise, traditional jukung boats leave Kaliasem beach to meet the wild dolphins of the Lovina Sea. Chitra Lovina Dolphin Tour is a local family operation based right on that shoreline.

IDR 175.000 per person · 2 Hours · 06:00–08:00 WITA

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What the morning looks like

  1. 05:45 — Meeting at the beach

    We meet you at Kaliasem beach in Lovina, or pick you up from a nearby hotel on request. You board a traditional outrigger jukung with your local captain.

  2. 06:00 — Out on the calm sea

    The boat heads roughly one to three kilometres offshore while the sun rises behind the North Bali mountains. The Lovina bay is sheltered, so the water is usually very calm at this hour.

  3. 06:20 — Dolphins in their habitat

    Pods of wild spinner and bottlenose dolphins feed here at dawn. We keep the engine slow and hold a respectful distance so the pod decides how close the encounter gets.

  4. 08:00 — Back to shore

    You return to the beach in time for breakfast. Longer trips can continue straight into snorkeling at the Lovina coral reef.

Best time and season

  • Dolphins are seen year-round in Lovina; the pods live here permanently.
  • Departures are at 06:00 WITA — dolphins feed near the surface at sunrise and the sea is calmest then.
  • April to October (dry season) usually gives the flattest water and clearest skies.
  • November to March still works well; on rare very windy mornings we reschedule for your safety.
  • Dolphins are wild animals, so sightings are natural and never guaranteed — most mornings the pods do appear.

Boat and safety

  • Traditional outrigger jukung boats crewed by local Kaliasem captains who read these waters daily.
  • Life jackets on board for every guest.
  • Small groups, so nobody is crowded and everyone gets a clear view.
  • Trips are rescheduled at no cost when the sea is unsafe.

How we treat the dolphins

The pods of Lovina are wild and unfed. Our approach keeps the encounter on their terms.

  • Observe dolphins in their natural habitat.
  • Never intentionally chase, surround or cut across a pod.
  • Keep engine noise and speed down near the animals.
  • Follow the captain's instructions at all times.
  • Take all rubbish back to shore — nothing goes into the sea.

Dolphin tours you can book

All prices are per person, with a minimum of two people.

Swimming with Dolphins in Their Natural HabitatPopularIDR 300.000/ person

Swimming with Dolphins in Their Natural Habitat

Join a respectful morning swim near wild dolphins on the Lovina Sea. Equipped with a quality mask and snorkel, you can observe dolphins in their natural habitat while keeping the encounter gentle and safe.

Duration
3–4 Hours
Starting Time
06:00–10:00 WITA
Minimum 2 people

Includes

  • High-quality snorkeling mask and snorkel
  • Life jacket
  • Bottle of mineral water
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Sunrise Dolphin Watching & Snorkeling at Lovina Coral ReefBest ValueIDR 250.000/ person

Sunrise Dolphin Watching & Snorkeling at Lovina Coral Reef

Combine dolphin watching with a relaxing snorkeling experience at Lovina's coral reef. Enjoy the peaceful sunrise on the boat before exploring the underwater scenery.

Duration
3 Hours
Starting Time
06:00–09:00 WITA
Minimum 2 people

Includes

  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Life jacket
  • Bread for feeding fish
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Sunrise Dolphin Watching in Their Natural HabitatIDR 175.000/ person

Sunrise Dolphin Watching in Their Natural Habitat

Start your morning on the Lovina Sea and look for wild dolphins in their natural habitat while enjoying the peaceful morning atmosphere.

Duration
2 Hours
Starting Time
06:00–08:00 WITA
Minimum 2 people

Includes

  • Life jacket
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Swimming with Dolphins & Snorkeling at Lovina Coral ReefIDR 350.000/ person

Swimming with Dolphins & Snorkeling at Lovina Coral Reef

Enjoy a longer Lovina sea adventure combining dolphin watching, swimming and snorkeling at the coral reef. Dolphins are wild marine life, so every encounter depends on natural conditions.

Duration
4–5 Hours
Starting Time
06:00–10:00/11:00 WITA
Minimum 2 people

Includes

  • Dolphin swimming experience
  • Snorkeling
  • Complete activity equipment
  • Mineral water
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Where we are

Jl. Singaraja-Gilimanuk, Kaliasem, Kec. Banjar, Kabupaten Buleleng, Bali 81152, Indonesia

Open 24 hours every day · +62 878 4937 1306

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