By Mikrolet
You won't go far without seeing a torrent of light blue Mitsubishi Colts aka bemos elsewhere trolling the streets for customers. Though usually used within towns, you can take mikrolets intercity as well.
By car
By car
Rental cars are available in Manado, but like most other areas of Indonesia, hiring a car with driver is advisable because of traffic woes and knowledge of local conditions. That wiggly line on the map may or may not be passable. A bilingual driver with a car in condition may cost approximately Rp 500,000 per day, or self drive may cost Rp 300,000 per day.