Things to do in Makassar, Sulawesi: The Best Sightseeing Tours

June 1, 2021 Christa Meece

Coordinates: 5°8′S 119°25′E / 5.133°S 119.417°E / -5.133; 119.417
Restaurants in Makassar

1. Explore the Malino Highlands

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Spending slightly longer in Makassar is not a bad idea when admiring Indonesia’s natural splendour, beyond the South Sulawesi’s capital city borders, is what you’re after. The refreshing climate and fresh air of the Malino Highlands were once the weekend retreat of choice for the Dutch settlers during the times Makassar was controlled by the Dutch East India Company as one of the main trading gateways between the East and the West. It’s cool and clean air, 1050 meters above sea level, has made the Malino Highlands an ideal place for various plantation projects, and in particular tea.

Inclusions: A full-day tour with a professional English-speaking guide, Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver. , Lunch at local restaurant (food only), All taxes and service fees included, All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the description.

Exclusions: Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees , Hotel accommodation in Makassar, Single supplement charges for single travellers, where applicable, Any airline tickets, visa fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general meeting point, Transfers from any airport or resorts located outside the general pick-up and drop-off locations, Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)

Reviewed By 321metten

I think it was too windy and too many people on the water, but okay to try :-) there are alot of other watersports going on here so you have to look out, I tried snorkling too but due to all the boats sailing around the water was not still, so not good to do that for kids at least. A lot to look at, but too many people at one time here, but the guides are very helpfull with eferyting and there are many different waterthings to try, so go for it and see for yourselves, but look out for your kids , the beach is nice

2. Accessible Indonesia for Seniors and Travellers with Disabilities

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We organise tours for people with disabilities and seniors at an adapted pace under professional care & guidance. You can book accessible transport or accessible hotel rooms with us, single day tours or your entire holiday. We stand for thorough tour preparation through direct communication with our guests and agencies to guarantee personal care and safety. We offer wheelchair-accessible transport, accomodation and assistive devices.We accompany your tour in accordance with your preferences and requirements. Our main destinations in Indonesia are Bali, Java and Sulawesi. In collaboration with local people and service providers we show our guests the real Indonesia, daily life, amazing tropical landscapes, volcanos, temples and beaches. Indonesia is not yet fully accessible. We carry out accessibility surveys for every destination and hotel ourselves and provide detailed information to our guests about the level of accessibility, and how we avoid or overcome barriers.

Inclusions: Assistive devices (showerchairs, wheelchairs, beach wheelchair, ramps, transfer borad, grab bars, commode, toilet raisers, , Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Information and support for wheelchair-friendly holiday

Exclusions: Flights into and out of Indonesia, Travel Insurance, Entrance tickets to sightseeing objects

3. The Highlights of Old Makassar

Asian Trails Indonesia

The Dutch have left a historical mark on Makassar during its trading days. From Fort Rotterdam to the bustling harbour with its wooden Phinisi schooners, admiring Dutch architecture and mingling with the locals, Makassar packs a nice half-day exploration. • Wander around Fort Rotterdam, a former VOC settlement; • Smell and feel the vibe flowing through the old harbour; • Admire the wooden schooners for a picture perfect moment; • See the immaculate collection orchids at the Clara Bundts; • Transfers from and to your hotel are included

Inclusions: A half-day tour with a professional English-speaking guide only, All applicable taxes and service charges, All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the description, Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver

Exclusions: Any airline tickets, visa fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general meeting point, Hotel accommodation in Makassar, Supplements for transfers outside Makassar (regions such as Tanjung Bunga and Panukkukang are excluded) and customers from any harbour and airport, Tips and gratuities, Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable), Hotel expenses of a personal nature, should an overnight be included

Reviewed By CHILDHOOD10

it was 1951, i was ten years old and the family went for the weekend up to malino.i swam in the pool and i was woken up in the middle of the night to see the lunar eclipse.

4. 5D3N Makassar - Tana Toraja

Utility MATSC, Unnamed Road,, Baji Mangngai, Kec. Mandai, Kabupaten Maros, Sulawesi Selatan 90552, Indonesia Akmal Danna

Hello there, i am a 23 years old man who love adventure and finding new places meet with new people. i am very welcoming and i'd so excited if you want to choose me as your tourguide in south sulawesi. and for me as a profesional guide there are 2 most important things for my guest, first of all is their safety and the second is their comfort. and if you choose me as your tour guide i'd like to show you an unhibited small island where you can camping and snorkling cause no people on the island

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Private transportation, Lunch, Dinner, Bottled water, hotel accomodation based on how many days the tour will be held, guide fee and driver's fee, entrance fee, rental boat, Use of Snorkelling equipment, Parking Fees, Fuel surcharge

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, guide's tips and driver's tips, Airport/Departure Tax

5. 1 Day Makassar Tour: Balla Lampoa to Fort Rotterdam

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Our Makassar tours has been created to deliver the best Makassar historical tour. Meet the guide in lobby hotel, port or airport at 9 AM then start the tour to visit Balla Lompoa, the Royal Palace of Gowa Kingdom that was built in 1936. Move to Fortress Somba Opu, the historic sights of Makassar. There are several traditional houses representing 3 ethnic groups. Then, enjoy local cuisine for lunch. Continue to visit Fort Rotterdam which was one of the best-preserved examples of Dutch military architecture in Indonesia. After that, visit old Port of Makassar, called Paotere, it is home to famous Pinisi Boats. End the tour and the driver will transfer you back to the hotel, port or airport.

Inclusions: Private Transport with Air-Conditioned vehicle, Car Driver, English Speaking Guide, 1 X Lunch at Local Seafood Restaurant, Entrance Fee, Mineral Water, Parking Fee and Toll Fee, Tax & Service

Exclusions: Tipping, Juice or Beer at Local Restaurant, Personal Expenses (extra meals, Drink etc), Insurance

Reviewed By Venture55505246405

Best brunch so far ❤️❤️ The food was great, the place was soooo cozy and also the services was excellent. They had a very strict health protocol which is very important nowaday. I should’ve come back next time ????

6. Central Java I Coffee Love Story

Jalan Airport Adisucipto, Jl. Airport Adisucipto, Bandara, Maguwoharjo, Kec. Depok, Kabupaten Sleman, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta, Indonesia Roundtrips.Global

Jogjakarta is the smallest but most commonly visited province in Java, and it is the only province in Indonesia still governed by its pre-colonial monarchy. Jogjakarta will offer you many world heritage sites where you will explore the largest Hindu temple in Indonesia was built in the ninth century, Prambanan Temple and also the Borobudur, explore Losari Plantation to enjoy a full day about coffee from the plantation tour to a special menu created with coffee as the ingredients. - Visit the temple in Manohara - Visit a coffee Plantation - 3 course set menue using coffee as the ingredients - Create your own coffee - Visit Prambanan an ancient Hindu temple - Daily Tour in Jogkiakarta - Visit the Waterpalast - Visit a unique Coffee-Shop in Jalan Kaliurang PRICING: Minimum travelers: 2 People Maximum travelers: 6 People Price per person (in a 3-Star Hotel) with a booking of 1-2 People: 894€ 3-4 People: 894€ 5-6 People: 740€ SINGLE SUPPLEMENT: 263€ On request: 3 or 5 Star Hotels

Inclusions: - 5 nights in your chosen accomodation, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, - Meal as specified in itinerary (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner), - Activities and excursions according to itinerary, - Tours and excursions in mini buses/buses or with public transportation according to itinerary, - English speaking tour guide (german speaking on request) , - Admission fees according to itinerary

Exclusions: - International flights, - Meals other than mentioned in itinerary, - Tours and Excursions other than mentioned in itinerary, - Early check-in and late check-out at hotels, - Personal travel insurance, - Personal expenses and tips for driver/guides, - Visa fees

7. Sulawesi I Makassar & Toraja Tour

Sulawesi, Indonesia Roundtrips.Global

Dive into the modern city of Makassar with its colonial historical background and learn more about rural area of Toraja. A 6-day trip that shows you not only the highlights, but gives you the opportunity to step into a different world. - Visit Makassar and the Paotere Harbour - Karst mountains of the Rammang-Rammang - Toraja, Lemo Area, Tau Tau Statues and the Hanging Graves - Learn more about the Toraja people PRICING: Minimum travelers: 2 People Maximum travelers: 6 People Price per person (in a 4-Star Hotel) with a booking of 1-2 People: 886€ 3-4 People: 886€ 5-6 People: 537€ SINGLE SUPPLEMENT: 177€ On request: Booking a 3 Star or 5 Star Hotel possible. Please ask us directly for this price.

Inclusions: - 5 nights in your chosen accomodation, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, - Meal as specified in itinerary (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner), - Activities and excursions according to itinerary, - Tours and excursions in mini buses/buses or with public transportation according to itinerary, - English speaking tour guide (german speaking on request) , - Admission fees according to itinerary

Exclusions: - International flights, - Meals other than mentioned in itinerary, - Tours and Excursions other than mentioned in itinerary, - Early check-in and late check-out at hotels, - Personal travel insurance, - Personal expenses and tips for driver/guides, - Visa fees

8. Toraja & Beyond 8D 7N

Pacebo Tours

pacébo tours Ltd. should undoubtedly be very outstanding. You will always be in good hands with their personalized attention. pacébo tours ltd. can organize classic packages and special interest tour. The latter with include the opportunity to study the nature, culture, customs, and life style of the unique society of Indonesia.

Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Professional Guide, Entrance Fee, Hotels 3-star

Exclusions: Personal Expenses, Tipping, Insurances, Meals during the tour

Reviewed By geinorg

One of the most incredible days of our trip to Makassar. Stunning scenery, incredible people. Like a trip back in time.

9. 1 Day Makassar Natural Attraction Tour : Bantimurung Maros to Leang Leang

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A fairly natural attraction in South Makassar, spending your day to explore Bantimurung Waterfall and Leang Leang. Both have the charm to make you feel as though you’re really on holiday, also gives you a sense of adventure. Meet the guide in lobby hotel, port or airport at 9 AM then you will starting the tour to visit Bantimurung waterfall. A huge waterfall with an impressive high wall for water to gush down on. Sit under the waterfall and have a splash! Stop to visit Leang Leang to see karst landscape and mysterious handprints on cave walls. Then, enjoy local cuisine for lunch. Highlight of the trip, you'll also have city sightseeing by visit old port Paotere and Fort Rotterdam.

Inclusions: Private Transport with Air-Conditioned vehicle, Car Driver, English Speaking Guide, 1 X Simple Lunch, Entrance Fee, Mineral Water, Parking Fee, Toll Fee, Tax & Service

Exclusions: Tipping for guide and driver, Juice or Beer at Local Restaurant, Personal Expenses (extra meals, Drink etc), Personal traveler’s insurance

Reviewed By Venture55505246405

Best brunch so far ❤️❤️ The food was great, the place was soooo cozy and also the services was excellent. They had a very strict health protocol which is very important nowaday. I should’ve come back next time ????

10. 4 Days Toraja Cultural Tour from Makassar: Tongkonan Houses to Toraja Funerals

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Tana Toraja which lies in South Sulawesi known for its unique culture of varied funeral rituals, Tongkonan houses, ancient menhirs and Toraja hand weaving. You’ll be picked up from your hotel/airport in Makassar at 8 AM. Visit Kete Kesu, Marante and Pallawa Village to get a glimpse of Tongkonan houses - a traditional house of Toraja people. For sure you will visit the famous burial sites such as stone funeral burial, hanging graves, tree burials, burial cliffs, and cave burials. The most picturesque burials located in Lemo, Londa, Sangalla and Suaya. The places where you can see effigies of the dead called Tau Tau and the royal family tombs. Possibly witness a festive funeral in your private 4 days excursion.

Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Private Transport with Air-Conditioned vehicle, Car Driver, English Speaking Guide, 3 Nights accommodation base on Double/Twin/Triple Sharing Room at 4 star hotel , Meals as Itinerary, Entrance fee as Itinerary, Mineral Water along Trip, Parking Fee, Toll Fee, Tax & Service

Exclusions: Flight ticket, Tipping for guide, driver and bellboy hotel, Juice or Beer at Local Restaurant, Personal Expenses (extra meals, Drink etc), Personal traveler’s insurance, Documentation, Accommodation before and after tour

Reviewed By Venture55505246405

Best brunch so far ❤️❤️ The food was great, the place was soooo cozy and also the services was excellent. They had a very strict health protocol which is very important nowaday. I should’ve come back next time ????

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