Makassar City Tour

The program includes a visit to:

• Fort Rotterdam: The original name of the fort was Benteng Panyua; Benteng means fort while Panyua means turtle since the fort is built in the shape of a turtle to reflect the power of the Gowa Kingdom who controlled both land and water territory. Fort Rotterdam was the name given by Dutch during the colonial era after a 7 year war to conquer Gowa (Makassar Kingdom).
• Paotere harbor where the Bugis schooner - the Pinisi take anchor for the inter insular trading.
• Balla Lompoa: means Big House in Makassar language. It was the former palace of Gowa Kingdom, it is now turned into a museum and cultural center. 
• Sultan Hasanuddin tomb complex: it is located on a hill not far from Balla Lompoa. Sultan Hasanuddin is a National Hero known for his bravery in challenging Dutch domination in a 7 years war (1660 - 1667). The cemetery is located on a small hill named Kale Gowa next to a huge stone which is believed to be the Founder Lady of Gowa Kingdom known as Tumanurung Bainea who descended from heaven to become the first King of Gowa Kingdom. The stone later on was named as Batu Pallantikang or Takabassiawhere the coronation ritual of Gowa Kings took place.
• Somba Opu street: it is located next to Losari Waterfront, known for the jewelry and souvenir shops.
• Losari water front, known locally as Pantai Losari or Losari Beach. It is a popular place to enjoy the sunset. Local dish named Pisang Epe is sold around here.

Children rates apply for children under 12 years old.

• 20% will be charged for the cancellation one day prior to the tour day
• 45% will be charged for the cancellation on the tour day