Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in North Sulawesi February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk # What to do in North Sulawesi ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit North Sulawesi Types of activities Where to stay [North Sulawesi travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/North-Sulawesi.dx3000652274) ![This is Kotamobagu, It's in the Bolaang Mongondow Regency in North Sulawesi. "Bolaang" is taken from the word "Balangon" which means the sea, and "Mongondow" is taken from the word "Momondow" which means cry of victory. it's situated in a valley surrounded by mountains, one of them is an active complex volcano. This paddy field is right behind my grandmother's house. #hiking](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248623509276627/b04034a7-8194-4f28-b9ac-1177782566a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![This is Kotamobagu, It's in the Bolaang Mongondow Regency in North Sulawesi. "Bolaang" is taken from the word "Balangon" which means the sea, and "Mongondow" is taken from the word "Momondow" which means cry of victory. it's situated in a valley surrounded by mountains, one of them is an active complex volcano. This paddy field is right behind my grandmother's house. #hiking](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248623509276627/b04034a7-8194-4f28-b9ac-1177782566a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![- Lembeh Straits - This strait is so beautiful. Lots of tiny islands, cliffs, beautiful view and of course beautiful and unique marine ecology. There are few beautiful resorts that will provide you with nice accommodation, such as BlackSands Retreat, Dabirahe @ Lembeh Hills and Kungkungan Bay resort. These resorts will help you to explore the beautiful underwater world of Lembeh Strait. Getting here is very easy as it's connected by road from the capital of North Sulawesi, Manado. It's about one and a half hour ride from Manado to here.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6329505/0361edb0-aa58-4f3b-aceb-413709f64aac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![It's the bay that i grew up with. The bay of Manado. #Blue ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6142306/6631076c-c224-420c-a76e-7c81ccb73626.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![- Paddy Field - Paddy field in Tomohon, North Sulawesi. Rice is very important in our lives. We have it everyday!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6223385/216222c2-61d9-4745-bb1c-5357b891bd97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in North Sulawesi ### Tours & day trips [See all 14 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=3000652274&location=North+Sulawesi&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Private Manado Tour to Woloan Village, Tondano Lake & Minahasa Highland](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1428526/f7ede1c6-5b85-4c3c-87dc-3281ceb5da00.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Manado Tour to Woloan Village, Tondano Lake & Minahasa Highland 10h 8/10 1 Viator review £100 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-manado-tour-to-woloan-village-tondano-lake-minahasa-highland.a1428526.activity-details?&rid=3000652274&location=North+Sulawesi&swp=off) ![Sulawesi Tangkoko National Park Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1428517/16a6b2fb-2873-477d-b9aa-af5c62e042dc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sulawesi Tangkoko National Park Private Tour 10h 10/10 1 verified review £98 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sulawesi-tangkoko-national-park-private-tour.a1428517.activity-details?&rid=3000652274&location=North+Sulawesi&swp=off) ![Private Manado 1 Day Tour 3 Islands: Nain, Siladen, Bunaken](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/798749/7344999b-9d68-41e0-abb6-61d1669010b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Manado 1 Day Tour 3 Islands: Nain, Siladen, Bunaken 8h £84 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-manado-1-day-tour-3-islands-nain-siladen-bunaken.a798749.activity-details?&rid=3000652274&location=North+Sulawesi&swp=off) ![Private Sulawesi Trekking Mount Mahawu & Lokon from Manado](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/966057/a01e0c21-8d19-4d45-8a90-acba46be4ba0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Sulawesi Trekking Mount Mahawu & Lokon from Manado 10h 30m £55 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-sulawesi-trekking-mount-mahawu-lokon-from-manado.a966057.activity-details?&rid=3000652274&location=North+Sulawesi&swp=off) ![Bunaken Island three-point snorkelling includes lunch and shuttle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2938178/88e32f5f-5227-47f9-b1c2-26523a38d1f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bunaken Island three-point snorkelling includes lunch and shuttle 6h Free cancellation available £118 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bunaken-island-three-point-snorkelling-includes-lunch-and-shuttle.a2938178.activity-details?&rid=3000652274&location=North+Sulawesi&swp=off) ![Tangkoko Bitung Manado Nature Tourism Park includes lunch.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2934944/8dc74e9b-9925-458e-b4e9-c00e850c104b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tangkoko Bitung Manado Nature Tourism Park includes lunch. 6h 7.6/10 4 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £97 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/rumah-alam-manado-adventure-park-including-shuttle.a2934944.activity-details?&rid=3000652274&location=North+Sulawesi&swp=off) ![Paragliding and Rafting including lunch and pickup](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49906990/4956df5a-4fb6-4765-8d02-088d2563a941.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Paragliding and Rafting including lunch and pickup 5h Free cancellation available £217 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/paragliding-and-rafting-including-lunch-and-pickup.a49906990.activity-details?&rid=3000652274&location=North+Sulawesi&swp=off) ![3-day trip on Bunaken Island, Tangkoko and Tomohon Manado](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3327635/7aad5102-2f21-4c4a-989b-4fce4bc0b97e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 3-day trip on Bunaken Island, Tangkoko and Tomohon Manado 3d Free cancellation available £296 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chase-dolphins-on-siladen-island-nain-white-sand-island-and-lunch.a3327635.activity-details?&rid=3000652274&location=North+Sulawesi&swp=off) ![Bunaken Island 3 Point Snorkelling, with Lunch, and transfer.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2638215/8ee6ef98-6c3a-45d1-99fb-70a1c8e50da8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bunaken Island 3 Point Snorkelling, with Lunch, and transfer. 5h Free cancellation available £122 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bunaken-island-3-point-snorkelling-with-lunch-and-transfer.a2638215.activity-details?&rid=3000652274&location=North+Sulawesi&swp=off) ![Private Manado Tour: Woloan Village, Tondano Lake & Minahasa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/971038/887663c6-db86-48f5-9d07-1ea320a33918.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Manado Tour: Woloan Village, Tondano Lake & Minahasa 9h 30m £61 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/null.a971038.activity-details?&rid=3000652274&location=North+Sulawesi&swp=off) ### Cruises & boat tours [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=3000652274&location=North+Sulawesi&filter.categories=CruisesBoatTours) ![Private Manado 1 Day Tour 3 Islands: Nain, Siladen, Bunaken](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/798749/7344999b-9d68-41e0-abb6-61d1669010b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Manado 1 Day Tour 3 Islands: Nain, Siladen, Bunaken 8h £84 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-manado-1-day-tour-3-islands-nain-siladen-bunaken.a798749.activity-details?&rid=3000652274&location=North+Sulawesi&swp=off) ![Lihaga Island (white sand island) swimming twice, including lunch and ticke...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2937805/b034509b-8c80-4512-9ef3-51f03c5b26e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lihaga Island (white sand island) swimming twice, including lunch and ticke... 6h Free cancellation available £132 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lihaga-island-white-sand-island-swimming-twice-including-lunch-and-tickets.a2937805.activity-details?&rid=3000652274&location=North+Sulawesi&swp=off) ![3-day trip on Bunaken Island, Tangkoko and Tomohon Manado](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3327635/7aad5102-2f21-4c4a-989b-4fce4bc0b97e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 3-day trip on Bunaken Island, Tangkoko and Tomohon Manado 3d Free cancellation available £296 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chase-dolphins-on-siladen-island-nain-white-sand-island-and-lunch.a3327635.activity-details?&rid=3000652274&location=North+Sulawesi&swp=off) ### Water activities [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=3000652274&location=North+Sulawesi&filter.categories=Wateractivities) ![Private Manado 1 Day Tour 3 Islands: Nain, Siladen, Bunaken](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/798749/7344999b-9d68-41e0-abb6-61d1669010b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Manado 1 Day Tour 3 Islands: Nain, Siladen, Bunaken 8h £84 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-manado-1-day-tour-3-islands-nain-siladen-bunaken.a798749.activity-details?&rid=3000652274&location=North+Sulawesi&swp=off) ![Lihaga Island (white sand island) swimming twice, including lunch and ticke...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2937805/b034509b-8c80-4512-9ef3-51f03c5b26e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lihaga Island (white sand island) swimming twice, including lunch and ticke... 6h Free cancellation available £132 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lihaga-island-white-sand-island-swimming-twice-including-lunch-and-tickets.a2937805.activity-details?&rid=3000652274&location=North+Sulawesi&swp=off) ![Rafting, Tumpa Paragliding, with Go-pro](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3323141/16b2d10c-65d7-4832-a371-249d2f3428f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rafting, Tumpa Paragliding, with Go-pro 3h Free cancellation available £217 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/rafting-tumpa-paragliding-with-go-pro.a3323141.activity-details?&rid=3000652274&location=North+Sulawesi&swp=off) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_3000652274) ## What to do in North Sulawesi --- ### Popular places to visit ![- The Same Spot - It might be the same spot, where my ancestors arrived at this town 2 centuries ago. For the sake of better life and fortune, they had sailed far from mainland China to Singapore or Batavia and finally arrived here. Thanks for choosing this place, because you were right!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6142306/1915f450-b3f8-4de0-9db0-7245bf69b764.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kalimas Harbor Explore the waterfront in Manado with a trip to Kalimas Harbor. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kalimas-Harbor-Manado.d553248635975883294.Attraction) ![-Linow Lake- It's a lake created by volcanic activities and the colour is changing every day, from dark green to blue. It's located in Tomohon city, 25 kilometre from Manado, the capital of North Sulawesi. Getting here is very easy as the road is all in good condition with just some minor flaws, The ticket fee is Rp 25,000 (US$ 2) per person with a complimentary welcome drink. You can eat traditional Minahasan snacks, such as Pisang Goroho, with Roa chili sauce](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6223385/6770db05-d6e8-46f7-9a4e-d788308c4bc3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Linau Lake Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Linau Lake during your travels in Tomohon. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and temples. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Linau-Lake-Tomohon.d553248621532743478.Attraction) #### Manado Town Square 4.5/5(2 reviews) You can enjoy retail therapy at Manado Town Square during your visit to Manado. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and coral reefs. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manado-Town-Square-Manado-City-Centre.d6106258.Attraction) #### Tomohon Market You can search for that perfect souvenir at Tomohon Market during your stay in Malalayang. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and coral reefs. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tomohon-Market-Manado.d553248621532743480.Attraction) #### Malalayang Beach Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Malalayang Beach during your travels in Malalayang? [](https://expedia.co.uk/Malalayang-Beach-Manado.d6175471.Attraction) #### Lembeh Strait Explore the great outdoors at Lembeh Strait, a lovely green space in Pulau Lembeh. Wander the forests and marina while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lembeh-Strait-Pulau-Lembeh.d6330081.Attraction) #### Mega Mall 4/5(1 review) You can do some window-shopping at Mega Mall during your stay in Manado. Wander the parks or discover the area's volcano viewpoints. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mega-Mall-Manado-City-Centre.d6106260.Attraction) #### Public Museum of North Sulawesi You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Public Museum of North Sulawesi during your trip to Manado. Wander the parks or discover the area's volcano viewpoints. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Public-Museum-Of-North-Sulawesi-Manado-City-Centre.d553248621526918669.Attraction) #### Lembeh Strait You can take time to visit Lembeh Strait during your travels to Bitung. Wander the forests and marina while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lembeh-Strait-Manado.d553248621532738032.Attraction) ### Explore areas of North Sulawesi ![•First Post• This city is called Manado, located in North Sulawesi, Indonesia. This is the most populous city in North Sulawesi making this city as the capital city that has more than half a million inhabitants residing here. It's a friendly city serving as the welcome gate to the land of waving coconuts. Although it's not the most beautiful city in Indonesia, the city is ranked top 5 on human index development score in Indonesia. This city is messy but it is surrounded with amazing places like beautiful beaches, magnificent volcanoes, national marine parks, tropical rainforest, incredible natural reserves and ancient living historical places. Places to live? I personally suggest you to live in a beach or island resort for some incredible experiences. I suggest you to look it up on Tripadvisor for some reviews! How to get to North Sulawesi? - There are several domestic routes from Jakarta, Surabaya, Denpasar (transit Makassar) and other cities to Manado with Garuda Indonesia, BatikAir, LionAir, SriwijayaAir, and some other domestic carriages. - There is one international flight](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6142306/d75bae1b-0157-4446-80a2-de013f9f88aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Manado City Centre 3.5/5(3 area reviews) Manado City Centre is noteworthy for its seaside views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Manado Town Square and Public Museum of North Sulawesi. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manado-Manado-City-Centre.dx6142308) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from North Sulawesi ![Alamy](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6142305/09b3c832-88f6-41c7-a5ff-d24616fddafd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Wori ![Manado which includes general coastal views, a sunset and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6142306/26e37fcf-051b-49dc-9925-bc4d051cbfec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Manado ![• Gunung Dua Saudara • In English it is literallly translated as Two brother/sister mountain. I know it sounds ridiculous! People name this mountain Dua Saudara because there are two mountains next to each other. Not far from these mountains there is Mount Klabat, the highest mountain in Minahasa Peninsula of North Sulawesi. This area is protected by government to provide home for wild animals that only can be found in Sulawesi, such as Tarsiers, Macacas Nigra, and others. The famous wildlife area is Tangkoko nature and wildlife reserve. It attracts volunteers from around the world to help locals protect and study these unique animals, such as documenting, providing medicines, campaigns and taking care of these unique animals. If you are a nature enthusiast, this area is an exciting destination. For more information, you may look it up on the internet, Batuputih, Tangkoko nature and wildlife reserve. Accommodation is very basic if you decided to stay in this area. But there are several nice cottages along Lembeh Straits, where is near from Tangkoko nature and wildlife reserve. What to do? There are plenty of beautiful sites in this natural reserve including beaches, jungles, waterfall, mountains and others but you will need a guide to guide you in this wilderness. Furthermore, since it's located near Lembeh Strait, diving is a must.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6329505/e3eab220-9eb0-40c5-9d44-152e6acab54a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bitung ![Young woman snorkeling in transparent shallow sea near boat](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6359295/046448e3-77fb-4571-b00f-8f6e44fc93af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Pulau Bunaken ![•Moluccan Sea• I had a road trip today to Kora-Kora beach and it's so wonderful to have the chance witnessing this breathtaking view of Moluccan Sea. Moluccan sea is located between North Sulawesi and North Maluku. This was taken in Minahasa, North Sulawesi, Indonesia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975874301/abc7441b-0c6a-4f36-bcd4-1938d0a85358.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kema ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app