Highlights of Sumatra - 7 Days

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Who is this trip for

Age range

12 - 100

Start / End

  • Medan
  • Medan

Physical rating

3/5

Group size

1 - 16

Meals included

9

Highlights

  • Orangutan Trekking in Gunung Leuser National Park
  • Visit Lake Toba the world's largest volcanic lake
  • Explore Samosir Island
  • Enjoy a guided tour of local indigenous Batak Village
  • Adventure through Sumatra's biggest city Medan

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Summary

Set off on a wild seven-day adventure through Sumatra, where jungle treks, hidden villages, and epic wildlife encounters await. Trek through the lush Gunung Leuser National Park in search of the elusive Sumatran orangutan, then wander through traditional villages brimming with unique architecture and rich culture. Cool off with an exhilarating river tubing ride, soak in steamy hot springs under the stars, and immerse yourself in a side of Indonesia few travellers get to see. If you’re looking for adventure, culture, and a touch of the unexpected — Sumatra is calling.

Itinerary

  • Day 1

    Medan

    Welcome to Sumatra! Arrive at anytime.

  • Day 2

    Medan/Bukit Lawang

    No better way to start your Sumatra adventure then a day tour of the biggest city on the island, Medan. Visit the important landmarks, starting at the biggest mosque on the entire island, Al-Mashun Great Mosque. From there, walk to the grand 30-room Maimun Palace. Drive to Vihara Gunung Timur Temple and admire the classic Chinese architecture. Then continue walking through Pajak Ikan Lama historic market before heading to lunch. Together we'll eat like the locals at a Padang restaurant. After lunch and a day of exploring, drive to Bukit Lawang and check into your hotel.

  • Day 3

    Bukit Lawang

    Today, head off to trek through Gunung Leuser National Park. Sumatra is one of only two islands in the entire world where you can find orangutans in the wild. Enjoy a moderate hike through the largest national park in Indonesia in search of these and other amazing animals. After working up a sweat, cool off while tubing down the river back to the starting point. This evening, join a local cooking class to make traditional cuisine from the Batak Ethnic group.

  • Day 4

    Bukit Lawang/Berastagi

    Drive from Bukit Lawang to Berastagi and enjoy the scenic ride with stops at Gundaling Hill and a local fruit market. After checking into the hotel, drive to Sibayak Hot Spring for some much deserved time to relax in the volcanic hot spring.

  • Day 5

    Berastagi/Lake Toba

    After breakfast, drive to Dokan Village to visit the Batak ethnic group. The Batak people are from North Sumatra, especially around Lake Toba and have been here for hundreds of year. Take a tour of the beautiful and unique village. Then continue to the breathtaking Sipiso Piso Waterfall on the way to Parapat Harbor. Load into the ferry and cross Toba Lake to arrive to the large volcanic island in the middle of the lake, Samosir Island, for the night. Settle into your hotel, then join your group for dinner together.

  • Day 6

    Lake Toba/Medan

    Explore the cultural side of Samosir Island with visits to two of the more prominent Batak villages, Tomok and Ambarita. Visit the Tombs of Tomok and learn about the legend of the king. Explore the breathtaking architecture and unique way of life during a tour and dance performance in Amberita Village. In the afternoon, we'll take a ferry back to Parapat Harbor and then drive back to Medan for a free evening.

  • Day 7

    Medan

    Depart at any time.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    Hotels (6 nts)

  • Meals

    Breakfasts: 6, Lunches: 1, Dinners: 2

    Vegetarian options are available on all meals throughout the adventure.

    Vegetarian options available

  • Local Guide

    Guided

    This adventure is led by a local guide throughout. The main language of this adventure is English. Please contact us for other languages available.

  • Wifi

    Wifi is available during the adventure. In some areas and / or accommodation / transport Wifi may be free.

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