About Botutonuo Beach
Botutonuo Beach is a coastal attraction located in Botutonuo Village, Kabila Bone District, Bone Bolango Regency, Gorontalo Province, Indonesia, on the shore of Tomini Bay. The beach is known for its stretch of light-colored sand, clear shallow water, and calm waves, with views of the bay and surrounding hills. It is a locally popular recreational area for swimming, relaxing, and photography, equipped with basic visitor facilities and gazebos.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a wide sandy shoreline along Tomini Bay with calm, clear water and a backdrop of low hills. The beach area is open with scattered gazebos and shelters for resting, food stalls, and parking near the entrance. The setting is suitable for wading, swimming in shallow areas, beach walks, photography, and enjoying sunrise and sunset views. The atmosphere is generally casual and family-oriented, busier on weekends.
Key highlights
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Light-colored sandy beach on Tomini Bay in Kabila Bone
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Clear shallow water with relatively calm waves
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Scenic bay views with surrounding hills
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Gazebos and shelters for relaxing by the shore
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Popular local spot for swimming and photography
Culture & Context
The beach is part of the coastal community of Botutonuo Village and serves as a local recreational and social gathering place for residents of Bone Bolango and Gorontalo City, reflecting the maritime culture of Tomini Bay.
Route
| By air | Fly to Jalaluddin Airport in Gorontalo, then continue by road to Kabila Bone and Botutonuo Village |
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| By road | Approximately 20 km southeast of Gorontalo City, accessible by car or motorcycle via the Gorontalo - Kabila Bone road, about 30-45 minutes drive |