OVERVIEW

Discover the best of North Sulawesi on an unforgettable journey blending nature, culture, and marine adventures. Explore Bunaken National Park's spectacular underwater world, admire the scenic beauty of the Minahasa Highlands, relax on the pristine white sands of Lihaga Island, and experience the rich biodiversity of Tangkoko Nature Reserve, home to Sulawesi's unique endemic wildlife. Complete your trip with a Manado City Tour featuring panoramic viewpoints, cultural landmarks, and local shopping before your departure.

Top Highlights:

• Bunaken National Park (Glass-Bottom Boat Experience)
• Minahasa Highlands & Linow Lake
• Lihaga Island Escape
• Tangkoko Rainforest Trekking
• Manado City Tour & Shopping

ITTINERARY RECCOMENDATION

Day 1: AIRPORT – HOTEL (D)

Upon arrival at Sam Ratulangi International Airport, our local guide will warmly welcome you and transfer you to a local restaurant for dinner. After dinner, you will be transferred to your hotel for check-in and an overnight stay.

Day 2: BUNAKEN SIGHTSEEING TOUR (B/L/D)

After breakfast at the hotel, participants will head to the Manado dock/harbor. By boat, they will travel to Bunaken National Park, known for its stunning marine park. Upon arrival, participants will board a catamaran (glass-bottomed boat) to explore Bunaken's breathtaking underwater beauty, with vibrant coral reefs, colorful fish of various sizes, and an impressive marine ecosystem. In the afternoon, participants will return to Manado for optional shopping or a culinary tour. After dinner, return to the hotel and enjoy free time.

Day 3: MINAHASA HIGHLAND TOUR (B/L/D)

After breakfast at the hotel, participants will be picked up for the Minahasa Highland tour. The tour begins with a visit to Tinoor Village for panoramic views of Manado city and Bunaken, followed by stops at Pelangi Hill and Ekayana Pagoda. The tour continues to Tondano Lake, passing through scenic rice fields. Next, participants will visit Astound Hill Tondano to admire the grandeur and beauty of Tondano Lake. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant by the lake. After lunch, the tour proceeds to Pulutan, a pottery-producing village, followed by a visit to Kawangkoan Village for optional shopping of Kawangkoan peanuts. Then, the tour continues to Linow Lake, a sulfuric lake with changing water colors, offering a serene atmosphere and beautiful scenery (coffee/tea will be served). The final stops include Woloan, a village known for traditional Minahasa stilt houses, and Kelong Garden in Tomohon. After dinner, return to the hotel and enjoy free time.

Day 4: LIHAGA ISLAND TOUR (B/L/D)

After breakfast, participants will head to Lihaga Island. The journey from the hotel to Serei Village in Likupang takes about 1.5 to 2 hours. From the Serei Village pier, participants will take a boat to Lihaga Island, a crossing of approximately 15 to 20 minutes. Upon arrival at Lihaga Island, participants can enjoy its smooth white sandy beach and explore the island while taking in the instagrammable spots and facilities. Lunch will be provided on Lihaga Island. After lunch, participants have the option to rent a canoe or go snorkeling on the beach (optional). In the afternoon, they will return to Manado, stopping for a snack at a tourist village before heading back to the hotel. After dinner, return to the hotel and enjoy free time.

Day 5: TANGKOKO RAINFOREST TOUR (B/L/D)

After breakfast, transfer to Tangkoko and begin Tangkoko Jungle Trekking. On the way, stop at Sawangan Village to see the Waruga stone graves of Minahasan ancestors. We will ensure that your jungle trekking here will be an exciting and unforgettable experience. Tangkoko Nature Reserve is rich with biodiversity of flora and fauna.

Few of Sulawesi’s endemic species can be found here, such as Macaca nigra, Tarsius spectrum, Ulurops ursinus, Rhyticheros cassidix, and many kinds of birds, as well as many kinds of trees and plants such as pitcher plant, Ficus, Palaqium, etc. Return to Manado, dinner, transfer to hotel.

Day 6: DEPARTURE – MANADO CITY TOUR (B/L)

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and begin your Manado City Tour, visiting Chinatown, Bumi Beringin, the North Sulawesi Governor's Office, and the Amaze Tower at Citraland, home to the world's second-tallest Jesus statue. The tour continues to Makatete Hill in Warembungan, where you can enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of Manado City, the open sea, Manado Tua Island, Bunaken Island, Siladen Island, and Mount Klabat. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant. After lunch, you will have some free time for last-minute shopping before being transferred to Sam Ratulangi International Airport for your onward flight to your next destination..

What's Included

Air-conditioned car, English-speaking guide, Hotel accommodation at Quality hotel (twin /triple sharing), meals as per the program, entrance tickets to tourist attractions and parking, tours as per the program, mineral water (600 mL per tour per person).

What's Excluded

Optional expenses, snorkeling equipment, personal needs, airfare, luggage porter fee, tips for the guide and driver.

Special Note:

Please note that special pricing applies during the festive seasons of Idulfitri, Christmas, and New Year.