Overview

Day 1: Arrival in Manado (D)
Upon arrival at Sam Ratulangi International Airport, you will be greeted by our guide and driver who will transfer you to your hotel in the heart of Manado. After check-in, the rest of the day is free for you to relax and unwind. Dinner will be served at the hotel.

Day 2: Snorkeling Adventure – Bunaken Island (B, L, D)
After breakfast at the hotel, embark on a boat trip by motorized canoe to Bunaken Island, renowned for its spectacular coral reefs and vibrant marine life. Enjoy snorkeling in one of Indonesia’s most stunning sea gardens (snorkeling gear included). A beachside lunch will be served on the island. In the early afternoon, return to Manado for some leisure time. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 3: Minahasa Highland Discovery (B, L, D)
After breakfast, set off on a full-day tour of the Minahasa Highlands, rich in culture, scenery, and tradition. Your first stop is Tomohon, a charming town located between two active volcanoes, known for its vibrant traditional market offering a wide variety of exotic goods. Next, visit Woloan Village, where you’ll observe the skilled craftsmanship involved in building traditional Minahasa wooden houses. Continue to the tranquil shores of Tondano Lake, North Sulawesi’s largest lake, surrounded by scenic hills and aquaculture farms. Lunch will be served at a lakeside seafood restaurant.

In the afternoon, explore Pulutan, a village famous for its pottery production. Here, nearly every household is involved in creating handcrafted ceramics, and a local training center supports community skill development and innovation. On the way back, stop at Lake Linow, known for its mystical color-changing waters due to its volcanic activity and mineral content. Return to your hotel in the late afternoon.

Day 4: Departure from Manado (B)
After breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

Kindly Note:
Accommodation in Sulawesi, especially in rural or regency areas, is generally very basic and may not align with international standards in terms of comfort and service. In some remote areas, guests may stay in local homes, sleeping on floor mattresses and sharing bathrooms that typically have squat toilets. Many of these accommodations do not provide Wi-Fi or air conditioning, and bed sizes vary, with queen-size beds being the most common. Most hotels are older, have not been renovated, and offer only simple facilities and breakfast. Travelers should be prepared for modest conditions and an authentic local experience.