Indonesia · Wildlife

7-Day North Sumatra Nature Tour with Lake Toba and Orangutans

7 Days Round trip from Jl. Bandara Kuala Namu Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the gorgeous Samosir Island and experience the traditional dance of Batak Toba
  • 02 Climb the majestic Sibayak Volcano and visit Gundaling Hill in Berastagi
  • 03 Spot orangutans during a four-hour trek in Bukit Lawang
  • 04 Join elephant washing and feeding with the keeper in Tangkahan
  • 05 Go sightseeing in Medan and shop for local souvenirs

Sign up for this 7-day cultural and nature tour of North Sumatra's highlights from Medan. Enjoy a city tour of Medan, visit the scenic Samosir Island, and experience the traditional dance of Batak Toba. Climb the majestic Sibayak Volcano and Gundaling Hill, spot orangutans in Bukit Lawang, and join elephant washing and feeding in Tangkahan. The tour also includes sightseeing through the capital city of North Sumatra province and shopping for local souvenirs.

Climb the majestic Sibayak Volcano and Gundaling Hill, spot orangutans in Bukit Lawang, and join elephant washing and feeding in Tangkahan.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Premium
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Medan, Bukit Lawang, Tangkahan, Lake Toba, Berastagi, Parapat, Samosir
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Medan and City Tour

  • Meet and greet your tour guide at the airport, then drive to Medan.

  • Upon arrival in Medan, enjoy a short city tour before checking in to your hotel and taking some time to rest.

2
Day 02

Drive to Lake Toba and Samosir Island

  • Drive to Lake Toba and stay for two nights on Samosir Island.

3
Day 03

Traditional Culture and Attractions on Samosir Island

  • Visit the traditional dance of Batak Toba, villages, and popular tourist attractions on Samosir Island.

4
Day 04

Sibayak Volcano Trek and Berastagi Tour

  • Set out early in the morning for a trek to Sibayak Volcano and take part in a local tour.

  • Visit local tourism sites, the fruit market, and Gundaling Hill.

5
Day 05

Bukit Lawang Trekking and Orangutan Spotting

  • After four hours of trekking, spot orangutans in Bukit Lawang.

6
Day 06

Elephant Experience in Tangkahan

  • Follow and join the elephant keeper for washing and feeding elephants in Tangkahan.

7
Day 07

Return to Medan and Departure

  • Drive back to Medan and enjoy a short city tour, along with shopping for souvenirs.

  • Transfer back to the airport. Tour finished.

Lake Toba's waters, Samosir Island villages, Sibayak Volcano slopes, Bukit Lawang rainforest

Where this trip takes you

Lake Toba's waters, Samosir Island villages, Sibayak Volcano slopes, Bukit Lawang rainforest

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Jl. Bandara Kuala Namu 7 cities · 7 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Hotel accommodation during the seven-day tour in Medan, Lake Toba, Berastagi, Bukit Lawang, and Tangkahan

  • Deluxe transportation by private car with full air conditioning

  • Private boat ride around Lake Toba for 2-3 hours with scenic views

  • Entrance fees, admission tickets for attractions, and parking for all tourist sites

  • One 600 ml bottle of mineral water per day

  • Professional Indonesian guide/driver

  • Boat admission ticket to cross with the car to Samosir Island

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What's Not Included

  • Personal expenses

  • Flight ticket

What to bring

  • Comfortable clothing for a 7-day tour

  • Suitable walking and trekking shoes

  • Personal items for trekking and sightseeing activities

Know before you go

  • Meeting point options: airport, hotel, address, or intersection.

  • End point options: airport, hotel, address, or intersection.

  • This is a complete tour of North Sumatra. By choosing this tour, you will see Lake Toba, Berastagi, Tangkahan, Bukit Lawang, and Medan. All of these places are interesting for sightseeing and offer a combination of cultural and adventure experiences.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Kualanamu International Airport, Beringin, Deli Serdang Regency, North Sumatra, Indonesia
Tour start
Jl. Bandara Kuala Namu, Ps. Enam Kuala Namu, Kec. Beringin, Kabupaten Deli Serdang, Sumatera Utara 20553, Indonesia
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 7 days finish where they began, in Jl. Bandara Kuala Namu.

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