The short answer
Devil's Tear: what visitors should know first
Yes, for a short stop on the south-west coast walk, especially at mid to high tide when the waves are most dramatic. Stay behind the barrier ropes, as Wikivoyage warns of fatal accidents, and skip it in wet or rough weather.
History and context
The story behind Devil's Tear
Wikivoyage describes Devil's Tear as a rocky outcrop with crashing waves and warns that many visitors have died there. No further verified background was found.
Useful facts
Devil's Tear facts at a glance
- Location
- South-west coast of Nusa Lembongan
- Experience type
- Cliff and sea-spray viewpoint
- Known for
- Crashing waves at the headland
- Access
- Free in mid-2026 per Wikivoyage; behind ropes
- Time or schedule
- Open air; tide and swell dependent
Why it matters
Why Devil's Tear is worth your time
Devil's Tear is the best-known sight on Nusa Lembongan because it shows, in one place, what the island's open-sea side is like. The calm bays of the north-west give a picture of holiday ease, while the south-west coast is exposed to ocean swell and cut into cliffs and hollows. The contrast is a useful reminder when planning swimming and walks.
It also teaches a practical lesson about risk. A place that looks like a viewpoint can be dangerous when the sea is up, and the ropes mark the limit of safe viewing rather than a challenge. Treating it as a place to watch and not to approach lets the whole family enjoy it, and keeps a short stop from turning into an accident.
Highlights
What not to miss
- 01
Spray and swell
Waves surge into the rock gap and throw up spray, most dramatic around mid to high tide.
- 02
The ropes
Barrier ropes mark where it is safe to stand; stay behind them and keep children close.
- 03
Coast walk
A short walk links the headland to Dream Beach and Sunset Beach for a wider view.
Plan your visit
How to experience it
Reach Devil's Tear by pick-up truck or scooter from Jungut Batu or Mushroom Bay, or on foot as part of the south-west coast walk that links Dream Beach, Devil's Tear and Sunset Beach. The walk is picturesque but there is little shade, so go in the late afternoon.
Stand behind the barrier ropes and watch from a distance. The sea comes in as surges and the spray can reach well beyond where it first looks safe. Wikivoyage says many tourists have died here, so take no chances for a photograph, never turn your back on the water, and keep children close.
Combine the stop with Dream Beach for the view and Sunset Beach for the late light. The whole coast walk is short but rough underfoot, so wear shoes with grip and carry water.
Plan with confidence
Small decisions that make the visit easier.
- Stay behind the ropes
- Go in the late afternoon for softer light
- Wear shoes with grip
- Skip it in rough weather
Know before you go
Timing, access and comfort
- Area
- South-west coast, Nusa Lembongan
- Time needed
- 30 to 45 minutes
- Best time
- Late afternoon, mid to high tide
- Walking level
- Moderate
- Senior comfort
- The approach is by uneven track or steps over rock, with no shade and no handrails along the edge. Older travellers should go by truck to the nearest point and stay well back.
- Tickets and access
- Wikivoyage says entry was free and the ticket booth was not in use in mid-2026; check current arrangements on the day.
Best for
Plan it with
Plan the practical part
Hotels near Devil's Tear
Staying close keeps journeys short — useful for early starts and for anyone who tires quickly.
Affiliate link — we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Prices are live on the partner site.
Travelling with parents?
The approach is by uneven track or steps over rock, with no shade and no handrails along the edge. Older travellers should go by truck to the nearest point and stay well back.
Raahzo can arrange an arrival or day companion who handles tickets, queues and pacing, and keeps the family updated.
See concierge supportFAQs
Is Devil's Tear dangerous?
Wikivoyage says many tourists have died there. Stay behind the barrier ropes and never approach the edge for a photograph.
Is there an entry fee?
Wikivoyage reported free entry in mid-2026, but check on the day as arrangements change.
When is it best?
Mid to high tide gives the biggest spray; late afternoon gives softer light and less heat.
Sources and further reading
Timings, fees and access rules change. Recheck with the official source before you travel.
