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7 Days 6 Nights
Daily Tour
10 people
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This North Sumatra highlights tour brings together the region’s greatest hits in one comfortable week. You’ll meet orangutans in the Bukit Lawang jungle, explore the volcanic highlands of Berastagi, stand before the thundering Sipiso-Piso waterfall, and unwind at vast Lake Toba on Batak-cultured Samosir Island. It’s the complete North Sumatra journey, at a relaxed pace.
As a local Indonesian operator since 2006, we handle every detail of this private trip, so you simply enjoy the road.
You see the very best of the region without rushing. Trek to find wild orangutans in Gunung Leuser. Explore Berastagi’s volcanoes, fruit markets and Karo Batak villages. Marvel at the 120-metre Sipiso-Piso waterfall. Then relax on Samosir Island in Lake Toba, the largest volcanic lake on earth. We travel responsibly, supporting wildlife and local communities — see the Orangutan Foundation International. For wildlife only, see our Bukit Lawang orangutan trek, or read our Bukit Lawang trek guide.
The trip flows from jungle to highlands to lake. It opens with an active orangutan trek and a jungle-camp night, then eases into scenic drives, cool mountain air and relaxed days by the water. You’ll experience wildlife, dramatic landscapes and warm Batak culture. Accommodation is comfortable throughout. It’s North Sumatra’s highlights, beautifully paced.
Tell us your dates and we’ll tailor it — message us on WhatsApp. Crafted by local experts since 2006
Arrive at Medan's Kualanamu airport and transfer to Bukit Lawang (around 3–4 hours). Settle in, meet your guides and enjoy an evening briefing by the Bohorok River.
A full day trekking into Gunung Leuser to find wild orangutans, Thomas's leaf monkeys and gibbons. Descend to a riverside jungle camp for dinner over the fire and a night in the forest.
A final morning trek, then tube back down the river to Bukit Lawang. Freshen up and drive to the cool highland town of Berastagi, with views of the Sinabung and Sibayak volcanoes. Overnight in the highlands.
Explore Berastagi's colourful fruit market and a traditional Karo Batak village. Continue to the spectacular Sipiso-Piso waterfall, which plunges 120 metres at the northern tip of Lake Toba. Descend to the lake and take the ferry to Samosir Island. Overnight on Samosir.
A full day exploring Samosir — the cultural heart of the Batak people. Visit the traditional villages of Tomok and Ambarita, see ancient stone chairs and tombs, and enjoy the serene lake scenery. Time to swim and relax by the water.
A relaxed day to enjoy Lake Toba at your own pace — swimming, cycling, a village walk, or simply soaking up the views. Overnight on Samosir.
Ferry back across the lake and transfer to Medan for your onward flight. End of services
Yes. It covers North Sumatra's must-sees — orangutans, volcanoes, waterfall and Lake Toba — at a comfortable pace, all privately guided.
Only the Bukit Lawang jungle day is challenging (hilly, hot, humid). The rest is relaxed scenic touring and culture, suitable for most travellers.
Yes, for families with children around 8+ who can manage the jungle day. The rest suits all ages.
Yes, we can arrange a shorter day trek instead of the overnight camp for families or those who prefer it.
The dry season (roughly March–September) is best for both trekking and the lake.
