Top 5 Stand-Up Paddleboarding in Indonesia

1.From Lembongan: Kayak/Paddleboard/Boat Mangrove Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 200 reviews · 1 day · from $10Our pick

Join an English-speaking guide for a one-hour paddle through Nusa Lembongan’s mangroves, then head toward the sea for coral and starfish views. Choose a kayak, paddleboard, transparent kayak, or motorized transparent boat. Guides such as Bajus and Wayan may also share local wildlife details and take photos.

“our guide was really nice and gave us good explanations on the life in the mangrove. Transparent kayaks only have interest on the ocean part of the excursion.”

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2.Gili sunrise stand-up paddle boarding (drone photoshoot)

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 55 reviews · from $19

Meet Danny or another English-speaking guide before dawn at Moana Bar near Trawangan Dive Center. After a short SUP lesson, paddle toward the sunrise around the three Gili Islands while the guide takes drone photos and videos. The outing lasts about an hour, though collecting media can add 45 minutes.

“Great experience and the drone shots were amazing. Thanks so much, highly recommend!!”

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3.Best Sunrise SUP Or Kayak With Drone Shoot

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 25 reviews · from $20Top rated

Meet at Moana Bar by 5:30 AM for a guided 1.5 to 2-hour SUP or kayak outing in West Nusa Tenggara. You get a lesson, life jacket, and waterproof bag. Anto may capture the sunrise, turtles, and your paddle from above with drone photos and video.

“We did sup at dawn and we had a great time, beautiful sunrise and super friendly staff. We recommend taking photos and videos with a drone, it's a great way to capture the moment”

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4.Transparent kayak and stand up paddle rental

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 17 reviews · from $7Best value

At Crystal Kayak in Amed, choose a transparent two-person kayak or a stand-up paddleboard for one hour on the sea. You stay dry while looking down at coral and marine life. No swimming skills are needed, and the fishing town, black-sand beach, shops, and Amed Salt Factory are close by.

“An unforgettable experience! Thank you for this amazing experience! We loved paddling through peaceful places, far from the crowds, while watching turtles in their natural habitat. I would 100% recommend this activity to anyone who wants to discover Amed. Well done, David!”

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5.Gili SUP Or Kayak With Drone Shoot . Daylight Or Sunrise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 16 reviews · 1 - 4 hours · from $14

Meet your local guide at SUP GILI for a private stand-up paddleboard or kayak outing around Gili Trawangan. You’ll receive a beginner lesson, equipment, dry bag, and drone filming, with sunrise and daylight departures available. Anthony has earned special praise for patient instruction and turtle footage.

“Amazing activity! The guide was really helpful and patient. The drone videos were insane! I would highly recommend.”

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