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The 6-day Northern Sumatra Tour invites you to experience this remarkable region of Indonesia in-depth. With a wide variety of optional activities, you’ll find yourself immersed in wondrous natural landscapes each and every day.

Explore the jungles of Bukit Lawang on a guided jungle walk where you can spot an array of incredible wildlife. Experience island life on Samosir as you spend two nights here getting to know the island’s inhabitants and their fascinating culture. And climb to the top of mighty Mount Sibayak where you’ll unlock sensational views.

Tailor this tour to your preferences by selecting how many guided activities you do and how much time you spend exploring independently. This tour is offered with standard, superior, or deluxe accommodations, allowing you to customize your experience.

Get to know a unique part of Indonesia on the Northern Sumatra tour. Book your spot today!

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Northern Sumatra Tour

Spend 6 days adventuring in Indonesia’s Northern Sumatra region
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6 days from $575USD
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Duration
6 days
Season
Jan-Dec
Activity
Walking
Type
Partially-guided, Private
Accommodation
Hotels, lodges
Difficulty
Easy (2/5)
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The 6-day Northern Sumatra Tour invites you to experience this remarkable region of Indonesia in-depth. With a wide variety of optional activities, you’ll find yourself immersed in wondrous natural landscapes each and every day.

Explore the jungles of Bukit Lawang on a guided jungle walk where you can spot an array of incredible wildlife. Experience island life on Samosir as you spend two nights here getting to know the island’s inhabitants and their fascinating culture. And climb to the top of mighty Mount Sibayak where you’ll unlock sensational views.

Tailor this tour to your preferences by selecting how many guided activities you do and how much time you spend exploring independently. This tour is offered with standard, superior, or deluxe accommodations, allowing you to customize your experience.

Get to know a unique part of Indonesia on the Northern Sumatra tour. Book your spot today!

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Trip highlights

Spot majestic orangutans swinging freely through tropical rainforest on a mesmerizing Jungle walk in Bukit Lawang.

Enjoy an easy walk to the top of Mount Sibayak and witness this natural wonder of Indonesia up close.

Pedal your way across the island of Samosir, mingling with locals and soaking up the rich culture of this island paradise.

Savour authentic Indonesian food bursting with flavour and stop for fresh fruit at roadside markets.

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Day 1
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Arrival in Medan
On arrival in Medan, you will be met at the airport – your adventure starts immediately as you head to Bukit Lawang. This small village around 90km northwest of Medan is situated along the Bohorok River and is the gateway to the Gunung Leuser National Park. Note: If arrival in Medan later than 14.00 pm, the program will be changed to a 1-night stay in Medan upon arrival with departure to Bukit Lawang the following day.
Distance None
Overnight Location Hotel in Bukit Lawang
Included Meals None
Day 2
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Spot Wildlife and Explore the Tropical Rainforest on a Jungle Walk
This morning you’ll be picked up at your hotel before setting out on a peaceful walk along the riverside. A short hike up to visit the central viewing area will follow, where if lucky, you’ll also have a chance to see the orangutans swinging freely through the tropical rainforest. Up next, you’ll cross the river again and continue walking to the other start of the park where the jungle walk begins. Enjoy the remarkable sights and sounds of the rainforest as you breathe its rich, life-giving air into your lungs. From the center viewpoint, you’ll head deeper into Gunung Leuser National Park to experience the rainforest in-depth, hiking on the undulating trail and spotting various wildlife in their natural habitat. This walk presents you with the opportunity to see gibbons, thomas leaf monkeys, longtail and pigtail macaques, flying squirrels, diverse birdlife and majestic orangutans! As an optional add-on, you can spend the night camping in the jungle and enjoy another day of trekking following this. Please request more info at the time of booking.
Distance 3 hours jungle walk
Overnight Location Hotel in Bukit Lawang
Included Meals Breakfast
Day 3
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Discover Berastagi
This morning you’ll depart from Bukit Lawang to make the journey to beautiful Berastagi. The town of Berastagi offers a refreshing break from the heat of the jungle with its cool alpine climate. The surrounding fields produce a variety of flowers, fruit and vegetables. The landscape is dominated by two active volcanoes: Mount Sibayak and Mount Sinabung. On the way, stop at a local fruit market to enjoy a sweet natural treat.
Distance Flexible
Overnight Location Hotel in Berastagi
Included Meals Breakfast
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Climb Mt Sibayak and Transfer to Samosir
Today, a very special adventure awaits you on a 2172-meter-tall volcano, Mt Sibayak. Located close to Berastagi, it is one of the most easily accessible volcanoes in Indonesia and can be explored by anyone in reasonably good shape. This morning you’ll be picked up from the hotel to transfer just half an hour to the beginning of the climb, before setting out on a one-hour walk to the top. Upon arrival at the crater, you’ll witness the misty sulphur puffing from the natural vents below. Later, continue to Raja Berneh where you can soak your sore muscles in the hot springs before continuing with a transfer to Samosir Island for your overnight.
Distance 2 hours
Overnight Location Hotel in Samosir
Included Meals Breakfast
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Cycling on Samosir Island
Today you’ll discover the island paradise of Samosir on two wheels, cycling through the typical Batak roads of the island. Whiz past villages adorned with traditional houses and observe people at work in the rice fields. Today is a culturally immersive experience that you won’t forget!
Distance 6 hours
Overnight Location Hotel in Samosir
Included Meals Breakfast
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Depart
This morning it’s time to pack up and depart following a magical week filled with adventures. A transfer will take you to Medan Airport to depart.
Distance None
Overnight Location None
Included Meals Breakfast

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Dates and prices

This partially guided tour to Sumatra is always run as a private tour for your group only and the prices depend on the size of your group. Please note that the prices might be higher during the Indonesian National Holidays. The prices below are per person sharing a double or a triple room and those and those willing to have a single room will have to pay a supplement (depending on the hotel category).

Tour with Standard Accommodation

  • Guided Groups of 2: $675USD per person
  • Guided Groups of 3-5: $575USD per person
  • Guided Groups of 6+: $575USD per person

Tour with Superior Accommodation

  • Guided Groups of 2: $675USD per person
  • Guided Groups of 3-5: $660USD per person
  • Guided Groups of 6+: $595USD per person

Tour with Deluxe Accommodation

  • Guided Groups of 2: $830USD per person
  • Guided Groups of 3-5: $705USD per person
  • Guided Groups of 6+: $715USD per person
What’s included

Meals

5 breakfasts are included.

Accommodations

Accommodations for 5 nights are included.

Transportation during the Tour

Transportation for you and your luggage are included throughout the tour, including transfers to and from the airport and ferry transfers. In some cases, the transfers are shared.

Also Included

  • Local English-speaking guides
  • Taxes

Not included

  • Visa fees
  • International flights and taxes
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional excursions

Optional Extras

  • Extra nights at any point of the tour

Accommodation for Northern Sumatra Tour

The hotel accommodation on this tour is 3-star, but you can upgrade the accommodations to more luxurious options or better room types for an extra charge.

In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.

Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
Standard rooms are of double and triple occupancy and those willing to have a single room will have to pay a supplement.

Frequently asked questions

How hard is the Northern Sumatra Tour?

We rate this tour as a 2 / 5. There are no strenuous or technical activities involved, however, you should be ready to spend multiple hours on your feet exploring the Indonesian beautiful nature and villages.

Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.

What does partially-guided mean?

Booking a partially-guided tour is a perfect choice for those who like to be in charge of some of their time while travelling, but also don’t want to be on their own during activities. In most cases, a partially-guided tour doesn’t have a tour leader assigned to a group, but some or most of the activities, such as hikes, city walks, or historic site visits, are led by different guides. Also, in most cases, booking a partially-guided tour is way cheaper than booking a fully-guided tour!

Are meals included on the Northern Sumatra Tour?

5 breakfasts are included.

When is the best time to travel to Indonesia?

The best time to travel to Indonesia is from April or October, when the weather is warm and pleasant. Indonesia can be travelled to all year long, however, it tends to be rainier from November to March.

Do I need insurance?

Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover (activity). Get your Travel Insurance.

How do I get to Medan to start this tour?

Fly into Kualanamu International Airport in Medan (KNO) which can be reached from many major airports all over the world.

Is the Northern Sumatra Tour in English?

Yes, the tour guide is English-speaking.

Do I need special vaccines to travel to Indonesia?

Check with your family doctor.

Are there any travel restrictions for Indonesia?

Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.

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