Tangkoko Batuangus Nature Reserve

The protected area spans 8,718 hectares across three mountains: Tangkoko at 1,109 meters, Dua Saudara at 1,361 meters, and Batuangus at 450 meters.

The initial conservation area was designated in 1919, with subsequent expansions leading to its official establishment as a nature reserve in 1981.

Local Minahasan communities maintain traditional practices while supporting conservation efforts through guided tours and environmental education programs.

Visitors must hire official guides to explore the reserve, which requires comfortable walking shoes, insect repellent, and appropriate clothing for tropical conditions.

The reserve houses 127 mammal species, including the Celebes crested macaque and spectral tarsier, alongside 233 bird species and 104 reptile species.

Location: Sulawesi

Inception: 1981

GPS coordinates: 1.51806,125.18611

Latest update: March 3, 2025 16:02