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Tembeling: forest, spring and beach
Tembeling is a green, forested corner of Nusa Penida with a natural pool, spring and a quiet beach. It is a different kind of visit from the west-coast cliff viewpoints.
What Tembeling is
Tembeling combines tropical forest, a freshwater natural pool and a quiet beach on the island's south-east. It is a calmer, greener contrast to the open cliff coasts.
How it differs from Broken Beach
Broken Beach is a short cliff-top arch stop; Tembeling needs more walking through forest and a longer drive, roughly 60 to 90 minutes from the west coast.
Planning the trip
Because it is far from the west coast, Tembeling suits a separate day or the east side of a two-day plan rather than a quick add-on to Broken Beach.
- Expect a long rough drive from the west coast.
- Wear good footwear for forest paths.
- Treat swimming spots as unverified; confirm locally.
QUESTIONS
Frequently asked questions
What is Tembeling?
A forested area with a natural freshwater pool and a quiet beach on Nusa Penida's south-east.
How far is Tembeling from Broken Beach?
Roughly 60 to 90 minutes by road, because it is on the opposite side of the island.
Can I add Tembeling to a Broken Beach day?
It is far; better as a separate day or part of an east-side plan rather than a quick west-coast add-on.
Related guides
Two days: west then east
How to split Nusa Penida into a west-coast day and an east/south day, with Broken Beach in the west and where the east fits.
Swimming alternatives to Broken Beach
Safe swimming options near the west-coast viewpoints, why Broken Beach itself is not a swimming spot, and how to confirm conditions.
Comparing the west-coast stops
How Broken Beach, Angel's Billabong, Paluang Cliff and Crystal Bay compare, and how to order them in a west-coast day.