Location: Gorontalo
Top Things to do in Gorontalo
Top 5 Budget-friendly Things to do in Gorontalo, Sulawesi
Gorontalo (Hulontalo) is an Indonesian province on the island of Sulawesi. It was created on December 5th, 2000. Historically, it has been a center for the spread of Islam in Eastern Indonesia. Besides, classical Gorontalese fine art and culture are unique such as Karawo, Upiya Karanji (Songkok Gorontalo) or nickname "Peci Gusdur" (Gusdur being The 4th President of Indonesia), and poetry. (Gorontalo City is also known as "The Land Under Medina's Porch"). Gorontalo province is located on the peninsula (Gorontalo Peninsula) on the northern part of Sulawesi, located in the western part of the province of North Sulawesi. The total area of the province is 12,435 square kilometres (4,801 sq mi) with a population of 1, 133, 237(2016), with population density of 88 inhabitants / km². Gorontalo is mainly inhabited by several groups consisting of various Pohala'a (Family), among them Pohala'a Gorontalo (Ethnic Hulontalo), Pohala'a Suwawa (Ethnic Suwawa/Tuwawa), Pohala'a Limboto (Ethnic Limutu). Pohala'a Bolango (Ethnic Bulango/Bolango) and Pohala'a Atinggola (Ethnic Atinggola) are also categorized into Gorontalo tribes (also known as Hulontalo, Gorontalese or Gorontaloan). It is believed that the spread of Gorontalese diaspora has reached five times the current population in Gorontalo and are now scattered throughout Indonesia and other countries .
Restaurants in Gorontalo
1. Miguel's Diving Gorontalo
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 160 reviews
As Gorontalo's pioneer dive center, Miguel's Diving has offered scuba diving to certified divers since 2003. It is the only dive operator in Gorontalo that owns its own dock, speed boats, and has PADI-trained dive masters. Over the years, Miguel's Diving has discovered over 30 dive sites. These include pristine coral walls, multiple pinnacles, submerged points, underwater caverns, historical wrecks, and even muck. With its experienced local crew and Western management, everyone from beginning divers to professional underwater photographers can enjoy the hidden paradise of Gorontalo. Active in local conservation efforts, dive center staff perform regular reef cleaning, education campaigns in villages, and spearhead Olele Village Marine Reserve. Miguel's Diving follows COVID-19 health protocols recommended by PADI and DAN.
2. Saronde Island
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
Saronde Islands is one of the most beautiful small Island in Indonesia. Located only 40 minutes from Gorontalo Province Airport, this Islands known for its super white long sand beach, blue sea, calm water and surrounded by hundreds of pine tress. Right now, Saronde is the most popular tourist activity in Gorontalo Province. There are more than 16,000 tourist visit, 2 cruise ships and 40-50 yachts frequently came here every year. We welcome you here…..
