Complete Guide to Visiting Manado: Tips and Important Information

How to Get to Manado

Manado can be reached via Sam Ratulangi International Airport, which serves direct flights from Jakarta, Surabaya, Makassar, and several other major cities. From the airport, you can use taxis, online motorcycle taxis, or car rentals to reach the city center about 13 km away.

Best Time to Visit

Manado has a tropical climate with two main seasons. The dry season (April-October) is the best time to visit, especially if you plan to dive or snorkel in Bunaken. Average temperatures range from 24-32°C throughout the year.

Accommodation

Manado offers various accommodation options ranging from five-star hotels like Aryaduta Manado and Swiss-Belhotel Maleosan, to affordable guesthouses and homestays. The Boulevard and Megamas areas are strategic locations with many hotel and restaurant options.