This is 15 Tourist Attractions in Gorontalo with Enchanting Natural Scenery
Tourist locations in Indonesia have very beautiful natural attractions. It is no wonder that many tourist spots are very popular among domestic and international travelers. The numerous islands in Indonesia create many beautiful beaches that are interesting to visit.
However, tourist spots in Sulawesi Island are usually not as popular as tourist locations in Java Island. Tourist attractions in Gorontalo are beautiful tourist areas located in North Sulawesi Province. Here are various natural tourist locations to trendy spots in Gorontalo that you can visit.
1. Olele Marine Park
For those who love snorkeling, the endemic coral in Olele Marine Park will be one of the beautiful attractions. You can swim in the clear water while observing the coral reefs on the clean and beautiful white sand.
Location: Poduoma, Suwawa Timur, Olele, Bone Bolango, Bone Bolango Regency, Gorontalo
Operating hours: 24 hours
Entrance fee: none (free)
2. Otanaha Fortress
When visiting Gorontalo, you must visit Otanaha Fortress to see the entire beautiful panorama there. To climb to the top of this fortress, you must at least climb 350 steps to see the panorama of Tomini Bay and Limboto Lake.
Don't worry, the fatigue will surely pay off when you see the 360-degree panorama from the top of the fortress. It will definitely be worth it.
Location: Jl. Usman Isa Kel. Dembe I, Kota Bar., Gorontalo City, Gorontalo
Operating hours: 08.00 – 18.00
Entrance fee: Rp5,000
3. Bolihutuo Beach, Botubarani
If you visit Gorontalo, you can not only visit the white sandy beaches. One of the interesting tourist attractions is located in the waters of Botubarani Beach because you can get up close with sharks and whales.
Location: Botubarani, Kabila Bone, Bone Bolango Regency, Gorontalo
Operating hours: 06.00 – 17.00
Entrance fee: Rp5,000
4. Lombongo Waterfall
Lombongo is also famous for its hot spring bathing pool. However, there is a beautiful waterfall that can be explored at the foot of Mount Tilong Kabila. You can also be accompanied by a local tour guide, but make sure to negotiate the price according to your budget before starting the exploration.
Location: Jalan Natsir Mooduto Desa Tapadaa, Suwawa Tengah, Bone Bolango Regency
Operating hours: 24 hours
Entrance fee: Rp5,000 (adults), Rp2,500 (children)
5. Bogani Nani Wartabone National Park
This tropical forest vegetation area was designated as a national park in 1991. The Bogani Nani Wartabone National Park covers an area of 287,115 hectares. This national park is surrounded by valleys and steep hillsides with various ecological uniqueness as a transitional area between the Indomalayan and Papua-Australia regions (Wallace Area).
Location: JL. AKD. Mongkonai Barat, Kotamobagu, North Sulawesi
Operating hours: 08.00 – 18.00
Entrance fee for domestic tourists: Rp5,000 (weekday), Rp7,500 (weekend and holidays)
Entrance fee for international tourists: Rp150,000 (weekday), Rp175,000 (weekend and holidays)
6. Langga Monument
Langga is one of the martial arts originating from Gorontalo. This monument is made in miniature, and "Langga" means without weapons.
Location: Jl. Aloe Saboe, Padebuolo, Kota Tim., Gorontalo City, Gorontalo
Operating hours: 24 hours
Entrance fee: free
7. Hungayono Forest
This natural tourist destination is very popular as a location for the endemic Sulawesi animal, the maleo bird. You can see the life of the maleo bird directly, from its habits to the egg breeding tour package to the hatchery.
Location: Tulabolo, Suwawa Tim., Bone Bolango Regency, Gorontalo
Operating hours: recommended after 10.00
Entrance fee: Rp150,000
8. Saronde Island
The attraction of beautiful natural scenery with still authentic culture can be found in Saronde. The best time to visit Saronde Island is in July when the Saronde Festival is held. You can mingle more with the local culture, including its cuisine.
Location: Kwandang Bay North
Operating hours: 24 hours
Entrance fee: Rp5,000 – Rp10,000
9. Minanga Beach
Still with the attraction of its white sandy beach, Minanga Beach is more beautiful to visit at night. The sunset will make the expanse of white sand and the clarity of the sea water look enchanting.
Location: North Kotajin Village, Atinggola District, North Gorontalo Regency
Operating hours: 24 hours
Entrance fee: Rp2,000 + Rp3,000 (motorcycle parking), Rp5,000 (car parking)
10. B. J. Habibie Monument
The statue dedicated to Bacharuddin Jusuf Habibie is a tribute to the 3rd President of Gorontalo descent. The figure of BJ Habibie is depicted holding an airplane pointing towards the runway of Djalaludin Airport.
Location: Jl. Trans Sulawesi, Tolotio, Tibawa, Gorontalo City, Gorontalo 96251
Operating hours: 24 hours
Entrance fee: none
11. Limboto Tower of Glory
This tower made of steel construction is also known as a replica of the Eiffel Tower. In 2019, this tourist attraction, also known as Pakaya Tower Limboto, was beautified as a result of the collaboration between the Gorontalo Regency government and PT Panasonic Gobel Indonesia.
Location: Jl. Baso Bobihoe No.308, Kayubulan, Limboto, Gorontalo City, Gorontalo
Operating hours: 24 hours
Entrance fee: Rp10,000 (adults), Rp5,000 (children)
12. Lahilote Beach and Park
The unique attraction of the sea panorama at this location is its coastline that resembles a bay. One of the characteristics of this beach is a stone shaped like a footprint, called Botu Liyodu Lei Lahilote.
Location: l. Drs. Achmad Nadjamuddin No.35, Limba U Dua, Kota Sel., Gorontalo City
