Sulawesi Island Travel
Sulawesi Overview
The island of Sulawesi is one of the four largest islands of Indonesia and is situated between Maluku Island and Borneo. Due to warm tropical climate, Sulawesi has two seasons; dry season from April to October and wet season from November to May. The best time to visit the island is during the dry season as there are no major tropical disturbances during this season.
Sulawesi Main Attractions
The famous attraction of Sulawesi is the superb must see places on the island. These places display the unspoiled beauty of the island. One of these must see locations is the Bunaken Sea Garden. This world famous sea garden is a marine national park where you can partake in amazing diving and snorkeling on the many sites of this 75.26-hectare park.
Other attractions of Sulawesi are the amazing bodies of water in and around the island. The island has many clean and pollution-free bays not far from the mainland. The white sand beaches are host to all sorts of water activities and sports. The island is also a home for the beautiful waterfall, the Moramo Waterfall. The fall is unique in itself. The falls have seven main terraces, each with its own bathing pool.
Sulawesi Activities
Activities in Sulawesi are superb for thrill seekers. You can get your surf board and drive to one of the world’s top surfing destinations. Surf camps offer you an opportunity to learn how to surf. Put on your diving suits and dive not only to see the 15% of the world’s coral reefs but also to see the mostly unexplored marine life of the surrounding waters.
Sulawesi Accommodation & Dining
Accommodations in Sulawesi will suit every tourist’s needs for a nice vacation. Not only is the price reasonable but the service is also amaing. Restaurants in Sulawesi offer the best food you could wish for. Most of the restaurants serve Indonesian cuisine.
Sulawesi Shopping & Nightlife
Nightlife in Sulawesi is perfect for anyone looking to spend an evening out. Every bar and pub is an awesome place to be. You can enjoy every bar even if you want to have a romantic dinner with your loved ones accompanied by mushy music or just coming for all night party. Shopping in Sulawesi is also a unique experience. Some of the favorite shopping items in Sulawesi are filigree silverware and ornaments, hand-woven silks and cotton, hand carved wooden panels and pictures, bamboo household ornaments and brassware. You could also find some items you might need in your stay in shopping marts in the island.
Getting To & Around Sulawesi
You can reach the Sulawesi Island through the main airport, Makassar, where several flights from all major cities of Indonesia arrive regularly each day.
