This is Various Tourist Attractions in Manado that are Just as Beautiful

When talking about Manado, friends' thoughts immediately turn to the charm of the beautiful sea in Bunaken. This is quite common considering that this tourist spot in Manado often becomes the icon of Manado tourism. Unfortunately, many people are still unaware of other tourist attractions in Manado besides Bunaken. In fact, Manado is rich in various tourism potentials, from natural tourism, culinary to culture.

Hidden Tourist Attractions in Manado

For travel enthusiasts, tourism is not just about gaining experiences but also about existence. Many young people make traveling to interesting places one of the wish lists they want to achieve. Therefore, many influencers and content creators are now emerging, making traveling a source of income.

This also applies in Manado, as the increasing use of social media has led many young people to compete in presenting travel content around them as attractively as possible. As a result, many people have just discovered the existence of cool and hidden tourist spots in Manado. Here are some examples of interesting tourist attractions to visit.

1. Ratahan Telu Waterfall

Ecotourism is indeed a mainstay for tourism in Manado. Not just about beaches, it turns out that Manado also has various beautiful waterfalls that are highly recommended to visit, one of which is this waterfall. Known as Ratahan Telu, this waterfall is also often referred to as the Kali village waterfall because it is located in Kali village, although it is quite far inside the forest.

For those who love photography, this place can be a very artistic photo spot as it is filled with green plants that give a fresh and natural impression. The surrounding atmosphere, which is still pristine and quiet, combined with the presence of a stone bridge covered with plants, makes the view very suitable for posting on social media.

2. Patokan Beach

This beach, often said to resemble one of the famous beaches in Greece, is quite unique. This beach is relatively small with the presence of two steep rock cliffs flanking both sides. The beach has a yellowish-white color and features very clear blue-green water.

Unfortunately, this beach is quite hidden, so not many people know about it. It is about 4-5 hours away from the center of Manado, so friends may need to stay overnight to avoid exhaustion. Since it is not widely known, the facilities are still lacking. To get there, friends still have to rent a fishing boat to reach the intended beach.

3. Manado Tua Island

If visiting Bunaken Marine National Park, it is advisable to include this island in your itinerary. Manado Tua Island has a uniqueness that other nearby islands do not have, which is the presence of a mountain with an elevation of 656 meters above sea level, full of lush green trees. Uniquely, besides on land, there is also an active volcano at the bottom of the sea around the island. Friends can find it by diving to a depth of 150 meters. Therefore, besides being a natural tourist spot, this place can also serve as an educational tourism site or a research location for researchers.

In addition to the underwater volcano, this island is known for its beautiful scenery and high biodiversity. Its clear water is perfect for diving or snorkeling as friends can encounter various unique fauna that they have certainly never seen before.

4. Pulisan Beach

This beach offers various beautiful views with soft white sand and savanna hills full of green grass. Although the access road there is still quite difficult, the beauty of this beach will be a perfect remedy for fatigue. Besides the road, it seems that other supporting facilities are also not yet available at this beach. If friends want to explore more, they should first coordinate with the local community as information about this place is still very limited.

This beach is very beautiful with its greenish water that looks very clear and is suitable for water sports. Besides its beautiful land with the presence of lush trees, the underwater scenery is also stunning with various colorful coral reefs. Because it is not too well-known, its beauty is still preserved and not too damaged.

5. Tomohon Flower Garden

If friends are tired of various beach tourism, you can try the tourist spot in Manado Tomohon, which is a beautiful flower garden. So beautiful is this flower garden that many believe it is just as beautiful as the flower gardens found in other big cities. It is also quite close to the city of Manado, only about a 63-minute drive.

In this flower garden, besides being treated to beautiful colorful flower views, friends will also find various interesting photo spots with the backdrop of Mount Lokon that are perfect for posting on social media. One tip if friends want to visit is to come in June-August, as those months are the best time to see the flowers. Additionally, there are also many activities here such as festivals, art performances, and parades that are very unfortunate to miss.

Those are the list of tourist attractions in Manado that are worth visiting. Although there are still many aspects that have not been attended to by the local government, resulting in many access roads and facilities being inadequate, this should not diminish friends' intentions to visit because the beauty offered is truly worth the effort you make. It is truly unfortunate if the government does not immediately improve the facilities and infrastructure in the area to enhance its tourism sector. In fact, if managed well, the tourism sector could become the largest contributor to the income of the Manado city government.