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📍 Kelingking Beach Glass Elevator Project Suspended

Construction on the planned 182-metre glass elevator at Kelingking Beach has been officially suspended after authorities found permit violations and environmental concerns.

  • The project lacked key permits, including those for disaster mitigation and building safety.

  • Local community members and environmental groups raised objections, saying the structure would spoil the natural scenic cliff and risk increased accidents.

  • For visitors: the viewpoint at Kelingking remains open, but any elevator access is on hold.

 

🧗‍♂️ Extreme Park Bali (“Extreme Jump”) Closed

The adventure cliff-jumping attraction known locally as “Extreme Jump” (via Extreme Park Bali) has been closed until further notice due to safety and permit issues.

  • No formal reopening date has been publicly announced.

  • Visitors wishing to participate in high-adventure activities should check locally for the latest status.

January Events

 

📅 Public Holidays in January 2026

🇮🇩 January 1 – New Year’s Day (Tahun Baru)
This is a national public holiday in Indonesia. Government offices, banks, and some businesses may be closed or operate with reduced hours.
On Nusa Penida, the atmosphere is generally quiet and relaxed, with locals spending time with family rather than organizing large public celebrations.

🇮🇩 January 16 – Isra’ Mi’raj
A national religious public holiday commemorating the Prophet Muhammad’s night journey.
There may be lighter activity in offices and some services, but tourism-related businesses usually remain open.

➡️ No major Balinese Hindu festivals (such as Nyepi, Galungan, or Kuningan) take place in January 2026. These occur at other times of the year.

🎉 Events & Local Atmosphere in January

🎆 New Year Period

  • Nusa Penida does not host large public New Year’s Eve events or fireworks like mainland Bali.

  • Celebrations are usually low-key: sunset gatherings, beach time, and small dinners at cafés or warungs (especially around Crystal Bay).

  • Tourist numbers remain relatively high during the first days of January due to the Christmas–New Year holiday period, then gradually decrease as the month progresses.

🎶 Concerts & Music Events

  • No major concerts or international music events are officially scheduled on Nusa Penida in January 2026.

  • Unlike Bali (Canggu, Seminyak, Uluwatu), Nusa Penida is not a party destination.

  • Some beach cafés or bars may host small DJ sets or live acoustic music, especially during the holiday period, but these are informal and not large-scale events.

🏗️ Closures, Projects & Current Issues

🛗 Glass Elevator at Kelingking Beach

  • The controversial glass elevator project at Kelingking Beach has been suspended.

  • Authorities ordered construction to stop due to missing permits and environmental concerns.

  • As of January 2026, the elevator is NOT operational, and access to the beach remains via the steep footpath only.

🪂 Bungee Jumping / Extreme Attractions

  • Bungee jumping and similar cliff-based attractions at Kelingking are currently closed.

  • Closures are due to safety regulations and licensing issues.

  • No reopening has been officially announced for January 2026.

🚢 Tourism & Practical Information

🛥️ Boat Traffic & Transport

  • Boat routes between Bali and Nusa Penida can be busy during the first week of January.

  • It is recommended to book fast boats in advance if traveling around New Year.

 

Current weather in Nusa Penida

  • January is part of the rainy season, with short but sometimes heavy showers.

  • Snorkeling, diving, island tours, and beach visits continue to operate, although sea conditions may vary depending on weather.