A boat to the reef, a day on white sand
Leave the mainland at Manado, board the boat in Serei and cross to Lehaga Island for snorkeling over living coral and long, unhurried hours on an empty beach.
- Departure
- Manado / Serei
- Destination
- Lehaga Island
- Timing
- Schedule on request
The Experience
One boat ride away from the
North Sulawesi you came for
The trip is simple by design: you meet the boat on the mainland, cross open blue water past green volcanic coastline, and land on Lehaga — a small island with clear shallows, soft white sand and reef close enough to snorkel straight from the beach.
Local boats, local crew
Traditional outrigger boats operated by families who have fished these waters for generations.
Reef right off the sand
Coral gardens start a few fin-kicks from shore, so snorkeling needs no long swim.
Unhurried beach hours
No queues, no schedule pressure. Swim, nap in the palm shade, walk the shoreline.
Small groups only
Private and small-group departures so the island never feels crowded.
The Route
Manado → Serei → Lehaga Island
Three simple stages: mainland city, harbour village, island. Exact departure times are arranged per booking — schedule on request.
Manado
Pickup from your hotel or an agreed meeting point in the city, then a scenic drive north along the coast toward Likupang.
Serei
A small fishing village harbour where the boat is waiting. Life jackets, snorkeling gear and a short safety briefing before casting off.
Lehaga Island
Open-water crossing to the island: white sand, sheltered shallows and reef for snorkeling, with time to swim, rest and explore the shoreline.
On the Day
What you actually do out there
Snorkeling
Drift over coral heads and schools of reef fish in warm, calm water. Masks and fins can be provided on request.
Beach time
Hours of soft sand, shade under the palms and shallow water that stays swimmable all afternoon.
The boat ride
The crossing itself is part of the trip: open sea, spray, green coastline and island silhouettes on the horizon.
Ocean & nature
Volcanic coastline, seabirds and untouched shoreline — the quiet side of North Sulawesi.
A Day in Paradise
How the day unfolds
An outline rather than a timetable — schedule on request, and the order can shift with weather, tide and what your group feels like doing.
Pickup in Manado
Meet your driver at your hotel or agreed spot and drive north along the coast to Likupang.
Board at Serei
Short briefing at the harbour, gear and life jackets on board, then out into open water.
First snorkeling stop
Anchor over the reef and get in the water while visibility is at its best.
Island lunch break
Simple local food and fresh coconuts in the shade — arranged on request.
Free beach time
Swim, snorkel again from the shore, walk the sand or simply do nothing at all.
Return crossing
Back to Serei by boat and on to Manado, with the light going gold over the water.
Gallery
Water, sand and the way there
Booking
Tell us your dates and we'll take it from there
Departures are arranged per group — schedule on request. Send your preferred day and group size and you'll get availability and a quote back.
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- Meeting pointSerei Harbour, Likupang, North Minahasa (placeholder)
- DeparturesSchedule on request
FAQ
Good to know before you board
Most guests are picked up in Manado and driven north to the harbour in Serei, where the boat departs. Meeting point: Serei Harbour, Likupang, North Minahasa (placeholder).
Schedule on request. Departures are arranged per booking, usually early in the day for the calmest water and best snorkeling visibility.
Pricing depends on group size, season and what you'd like included. Send us your dates and number of guests and you'll get an exact quote.
No. Life jackets are available for everyone and the snorkeling areas are shallow and sheltered. Tell us about non-swimmers in your group and the crew will keep an eye out.
Masks, snorkels and fins can be provided on request — mention it when you book. You're welcome to bring your own.
Swimwear, a towel, reef-safe sunscreen, a hat, drinking water, and a dry bag or waterproof case for your phone and camera.
Safety comes first. If the sea is too rough the trip is moved to another day or cancelled — we'll contact you as early as possible.
Yes. The crossing is short, the water on the island is shallow and calm, and groups stay small. Let us know the ages of any children.