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Discover the wild jungles and serene lakes of Sumatra on this unforgettable 5-day journey. This laid-back package is your perfect introduction to the island's most iconic highlights: from trekking to see the critically endangered Sumatran Orangutan in Bukit Lawang to exploring the vast volcanic beauty and rich Batak culture of Lake Toba. Immerse yourself in a land of contrasts, where the calls of gibbons in the jungle are replaced by the tranquil waters of the world's largest volcanic lake. This tour is carefully paced to offer a perfect blend of adventure, culture, and relaxation.
Medan Surroundings Tour to Bukit Lawang
Pick up from Medan hotel or Kuala Namu International Airport
Visit Istana Maimun (Maimun Palace)
Visit Medan Grand Mosque (Masjid Raya Al-Mashun)
Visit Maria Annai Vellangkanni Church
Visit Asam Kumbang Crocodile Conservation Park
Drive 4–5 hours to Bukit Lawang via rubber, palm oil, and cacao plantations
Check in to hotel in Bahorok – Bukit Lawang
Accomodation: Hotel in Bukit Lawang
Lovely Sumatran Orangutan Jungle Trekking – Bukit Lawang
After breakfast, start 1-day jungle trekking in Gunung Leuser National Park (5–6 hours)
Observe orangutans and other wildlife such as gibbons, macaques, hornbills, and tropical flora
Lunch served jungle-style in the forest
Continue trek to Bahorok River
Enjoy 30-minute river tubing adventure (Jungle Taxi) back to Bukit Lawang
Return to hotel and enjoy free time for swimming, village walks, or traditional massage
Accomodation: Hotel in Bukit Lawang
Bukit Lawang to Samosir Island – Lake Toba (Long Drive)
Depart Bukit Lawang early (around 07:00)
Stop at Dokan Village – traditional Batak Karo village
Visit Sipiso-piso Waterfall with panoramic view of Lake Toba
Visit King Purba Palace (Bolon House) in Simalungun Regency
Coffee break at Panorama Simarjarunjung viewpoint overlooking northern Lake Toba
Continue drive to Parapat and take ferry to Samosir Island
Check in to hotel at Lake Toba
Accomodation: Hotel on Samosir Island – Lake Toba
Samosir Island (Lake Toba) Cultural Tour
Visit Ambarita village – King Siallagan’s stone chair ancient courtyard
Visit Simanindo village to watch Batak Toba traditional dance performance
Visit Tomok village to see the ancient tombs of King Sidabutar
Optional lunch stop
Coffee break at Panorama Parhalow (Sigarantung) viewpoint with lake views
Return to hotel and enjoy free time for relaxation, swimming, or traditional massage
Accomodation: Hotel on Samosir Island – Lake Toba
Lake Toba to Medan or Optional Extension to West Sumatra
Breakfast and check out from hotel
Cross Lake Toba by ferry (45–60 minutes) to Parapat
Drive to Medan or Kuala Namu Airport via Pematang Siantar and Tebing Tinggi (4–5 hours)
Optional transfers available to Sibisa Airport (1 hour) or Sibolangit Airport (2.5 hours)
Option to extend trip to Bukittinggi, Harau Valley, Maninjau Lake, Minangkabau Pagaruyung Palace, or Padang (West Sumatra)
Accomodation: None (departure day)