Nord-Sulawesi

Indonesia

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
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
- 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.
It's the bay that i grew up with.

The bay of Manado. #Blue
- Paddy Field -

Paddy field in Tomohon, North Sulawesi.
Rice is very important in our lives. We have it everyday!

Nord-Sulawesi – populære byer

Manado som viser solnedgang, kyst og fjell
Manado
Kjent for Natur, Dykking og Naturparker
Manado er en livlig by kjent for sin sterke mat. Byen er omgitt av flotte fjellstier, avslappende varme kilder og noen av Indonesias beste muligheter for dykking.

Grunner til å reise

  • Kalimas-havnen
Pulau Bunaken
Pulau Bunaken
Kjent for Øyer, Snorkling og Båtturer
Opplev bortgjemte Pulau Bunaken: øyutsikt, fotturer, korallrev og mye mer!
Bangkaøya
Bangkaøya
I løpet av ditt opphold i Bangkaøya, kan du oppleve alt nærmiljøet der har å by på.
• 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.
Bitung
Kjent for Skoger, Safarier og Dykking
Bitung venter: skoger, safarier, dyrehager og mye mer!
Pulau Gangga
Pulau Gangga
Kjent for Marinaer
Opplev Pulau Gangga: havneområder og mye mer!
- Tateli Beach Resort -

It is a resort that is located not far from Manado. A nice place for both domestic and international tourist to spend their quality time in Manado.

My friend visited Manado and stayed at this resort, she told me that she took the diving package, although she knew nothing about diving.

You will have to obtain a license to dive, but fortunately many resorts including this offer a diving package for beginner. Basically you will have a two to four day course before you can dive in the sea.

The resort is maintained pretty well and staff are hospitable. Best of all, it has easy access and located not far from the city.

The rate of the hotel starts from about $100 depending on the season and class. It is best to stay at least one week if you want to explore the marine life and highlands at the same time.
Pineleng
Kjent for Svømming, Strender og Vennlige mennesker
Reis til Pineleng! Her kan du blant annet få med deg strender, parker og god mat.