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Scooter rental in Nusa Ceningan

Nusa Ceningan is the smallest of the three islands, linked to Lembongan by a narrow yellow bridge. It is tiny, with a handful of steep, narrow lanes and rough surfaces in places. Most visitors ride over from Lembongan.

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Book my scooter in Nusa CeninganNo deposit · passport stays with you

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Roads
Broken tarmac, steep
Travellers
Divers
Delivery
On request (island)
Typical price
135,000 IDR/day
The right engine size

Which scooter for Nusa Ceningan?

Very short distances but steep and rough in places. Small and light, with brakes you trust.

Diving

Tanks, fins and a long ride

Gear takes space and weight. A long seat and real suspension earn their keep before you reach the water.

We recommendHonda Variofrom 135,000 IDR/day
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Broken tarmac

Island roads around Nusa Ceningan

Surface damage and steep pitches. A 110cc will struggle where a 125 will not.

We recommendHonda Variofrom 135,000 IDR/day
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Day trips

Nusa Lembongan and Nusa Penida in a day

Both are within a comfortable ride of Nusa Ceningan. Sixty kilometres or more each way asks for a bigger bike than the local runs.

We recommendYamaha NMAXfrom 180,000 IDR/day
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A month or more

One scooter for the whole stay

The monthly rate works out at 92,000 IDR a day instead of 135,000, a 32% difference, with servicing and a swap included.

We recommendHonda Variofrom 92,000 IDR/day
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Our pick for Nusa Ceningan: Honda Scoopy
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Prices in Nusa Ceningan

−15% from 7 days · −30% from 28 days

Street shops quote tourist prices in high season, and the gap widens the longer you stay. These are the verified daily rates from the local rentals we compare in Nusa Ceningan.

Budget

50–110cc

Honda Beat, Vario 110. Easiest to park and the cheapest to run.

from115,000 IDR/day
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Comfort

110–125cc

Vario 125, Scoopy. The default choice: enough for hills, still light in traffic.

from135,000 IDR/day
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Premium

150–160cc

PCX 160, NMAX. Big seat, real suspension, room for two and luggage.

from180,000 IDR/day
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Sport

250–260cc

XSR155, CB150R. Manual gearbox, for riders with real experience.

from340,000 IDR/day
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Book your scooter in Nusa CeninganNo deposit · passport stays with you · free cancellation
Delivery & pickup

Delivered anywhere in Nusa Ceningan, on request (island)

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Nusa Ceningan — on the ground
Airport pickup
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Damage protection
50,000 IDR/day · cap 1.5M
In pictures

Nusa Ceningan, on the ground

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Riding in Nusa Ceningan, honestly

Four things worth knowing before your first ride here. Who rides here: Cliff jumpers, quiet island stays.

Roads

What the roads are like

The worst surfaces in the region: broken concrete, steep unsealed climbs and single-track cliff sections with no barrier. Accidents involving tourists are common here. Experienced riders only.

Police

Checkpoints and paperwork

Minimal presence, but that does not remove the legal requirement to hold a valid licence and IDP.

Parking

Where to park

Free and informal at every viewpoint and beach.

Fuel

Filling up

A handful of stations near the harbour; elsewhere bottled fuel from roadside kiosks only. Carry a reserve on long loops.

FAQ — renting in Nusa Ceningan

Do I need an international driving permit to rent a scooter in Nusa Ceningan?
Yes. Indonesian law requires either an Indonesian SIM C or your national licence together with a motorcycle-category IDP. Without it you risk a fine under Article 281 of Law 22/2009 and, more seriously, your travel insurer can refuse a claim.
Can the scooter be delivered to my hotel or villa in Nusa Ceningan?
Yes, delivery and collection are free anywhere in Nusa Ceningan.
What kind of scooter suits Nusa Ceningan best?
For Nusa Ceningan we recommend a Honda Scoopy. See the road notes above for why.
Is a deposit or passport required?
No. No deposit is taken and your passport stays with you. Payment is made online by card.
What happens if the scooter is damaged in Nusa Ceningan?
With the optional damage protection at 50,000 IDR per day, your liability is capped at 1,500,000 IDR per incident. Photograph the scooter from every angle within one hour of delivery and report any incident within 24 hours by WhatsApp, or the cover does not apply.
How do I get from the airport to Nusa Ceningan?
There is no car transfer: you reach it by sea. From the airport you travel to Sanur and take the fast boat across. Scooters rented on mainland Bali cannot board the boat, so your scooter is delivered on the island instead.

Your scooter, waiting at your Nusa Ceningan address

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before. No deposit, no passport, no cash.

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Renting nearby in Nusa Islands

All Nusa Islands towns
Nusa Lembongan2 km · from 60,000 IDR/dayNusa Penida14 km · from 60,000 IDR/day