Likupang has a lot of natural potential. Many foreign tourists from outside the province of North Sulawesi mention that the Likupang area has a beautiful sea, empty islands, beaches, culinary and cultural customs that make this island unique.
There are plenty of options to explore Likupang beach, and if you’re looking for convenience, you’ll want to consider a York taxi. Likupang offers a variety of beach experiences, from the well-known regular beaches that have long been enjoyed by local residents to the serene white sandy shores, mysterious black sandy stretches, enchanting mangrove forests, secluded islands with untouched beaches, and hidden, almost virginal, beachfronts accessible only by boat. Moreover, you’ll find numerous cottages and privately owned resorts scattered throughout the Likupang region, ensuring a wide range of accommodation choices.
Among these options, those who prefer simplicity and complete facilities will undoubtedly gravitate toward beaches that offer more amenities. This includes the availability of food right at the beach, a factor that can greatly influence the overall ‘mood’ and ‘success’ of your recreation. To make your beach excursion even more convenient, consider using a York taxi or cab to get to and from your chosen destination. Here are four beach tourism locations for recreation, especially in the Likupang plains, located about 1 hour from Sam Ratulangi Airport, Manado City.
- Pulisan Beach
The beach, located in Pulisan Village, East Likupang District, is now a hit because of the white sand and the view of the Pulisan headland, which is right next to it. The ambience at Pulisan Beach is crowded on weekends and weekdays.
In front of this beach there is a view of a group of islands in the Likupang Islands. In addition, there are many photo spots and complementary rides on the beach.
Pulisan Beach consists of two separate parts: a large beach in the middle to the left and a small beach on the right. Both are the same, it’s just that Pulisan’s small beach is a bit steep but closer to the Pulisan cape, but the panorama can indeed be reassuring.
To get to the small beach location, you only need to turn a little to the right if you are about to enter the parking area.
Culinary tours are one of the attractions of this island. The mainstay menu on this beach is fried banana goroho and roa sauce. The price is very affordable, starting from IDR 10,000. This menu is available every day at any time, because this beach is always crowded with visitors, not only on weekends.
Fried bananas are a typical dish in this area. Bananas are a mainstay plant for the residents of Likupang, which are grown organically and naturally without fertilizer. They also provide beverage choices such as ice tea, coffee, and various soft drinks.
If you are lucky, then other traditional or typical food menus such as mixed rice packages with freshly caught grilled fish will be a sensation in itself.
Moreover, for those of you who have been buying fish in the market, you will feel the difference in freshness of taste from the fish meat.
- Paal Marinsow Beach
The location of Paal Beach is not far from Pulisan Beach. It is located only a few kilometers away. This beach also offers beautiful white sand and views towards the sea of Bitung City.
Its main cuisine is also similar: fried goroho bananas, coffee, tea, and mixed ice, which are still the typical dishes of this beach.
Some restaurants sell various foods such as grilled fish, boiled cassava, and many others. You can always have instant noodles for a quick and easy meal if you’re too tired after a day of taking pictures, especially those who have been swimming, snorkeling, or diving in this area.
It is also a good idea to have some lunch on the beach. Just come to Paal Marinsaw beach, and enjoy your lunch with a beautiful view.
- Beaches at La Merry and Kinaari Resort
These two beaches are located in one coastal location, called Tarabitan Village, West Likupang District. You don’t need to stay overnight to enjoy the beauty of white sand on this beach.The beach is very beautiful at sunrise. The beautiful, instagramable pier adds to the beauty of this beach location.
For those of you who want to go directly to this location, don’t worry if you haven’t eaten before because visitors can also order food at restaurants at La Merry Resort or Kinaari Resort.
As a note, if you go through the Airport – Likupang road, the first beach you will find is the beach of La Merry Resort. Furthermore, although quite close together, Kinaari Resort has a different entrance. What is certain is that the beach location is equally amazing and very instagramable.
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