SUMATRA: JUNGLE & ADVENTURE

A thirst for adventure?

This itinerary in North Sumatra will certainly leave you intoxicated by nature! Jungle, volcanoes, waterfalls, lakes, and oceans intertwine along this route, inviting you to an active encounter with the guardians of the forest: the Sumatran orangutans.

Climb the peaks of Mount Sibayak before plunging into the world of Lake Toba, the largest volcanic lake in the world and the heart of Batak culture. A natural and cultural immersion to be enjoyed solo, as a couple, or with family, crowned by a stay on the peaceful island of Weh.

Itinerary

  • Day 1 Selamat Datang! Welcome to Sumatra!

    Selamat Datang! Welcome to Sumatra! Arrival in Medan, one of Indonesia’s largest cities and the biggest on Sumatra.
    Depending on your arrival time, visit the Sultan’s Palace, the Grand Mosque, and the Tjong A Fie Mansion before driving to Bukit Lawang, the gateway to Gunung Leuser National Park.

    Overnight in Bukit Lawang.
    4-hour drive
    Accommodation: Bukit Lawang Ecolodge, Butterfly Room

  • Day 2 Bukit Lawang: Gunung Leuser National Park & Orangutans

    Bukit Lawang: Gunung Leuser National Park & Orangutans The exploration begins!
    Two-day jungle trek in search of orangutans. You may also encounter Thomas leaf monkeys, long-tailed macaques, gibbons, black gibbons, and other tropical wildlife.
    Camp installation in the late afternoon and night under the stars.

    5–6 hours of walking
    Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
    Overnight in tents
    Note: Access to certain areas requires rope descents provided along the trees.

  • Day 3 Orangutans, tubing & wild thrills

    Orangutans, tubing & wild thrills Continue trekking toward the Bohorok River. Enjoy a refreshing tubing activity through lush jungle back to Bohorok village.
    Transfer back to Bukit Lawang in the evening.

    4 hours trekking, 40 minutes tubing
    Meals included: breakfast, lunch
    Overnight at Bukit Lawang Ecolodge

  • Day 4 Cycling & 360° views of Bukit Lawang

    Cycling & 360° views of Bukit Lawang Morning mountain bike ride through villages, rice fields, and rubber plantations.
    Meet locals and discover traditional production of palm sugar, tofu, and bamboo housing materials.
    Cooking class with a local family in Bukit Lawang.
    Afternoon drive to Berastagi.

    2–3 hours cycling
    5-hour drive
    Meals included: breakfast, lunch
    Overnight in Berastagi – Sinabung Hills Hotel (Superior Room)

  • Day 5 Ascent of Mount Sibayak Volcano

    Ascent of Mount Sibayak Volcano Early departure for the ascent of active Mount Sibayak (2,181 m).
    A gradual 3–4 hour hike through jungle and rocky terrain to the crater lake.
    Descent via another path and relaxation in hot springs.
    Afternoon visit of Berastagi, Lumbini Pagoda, and the traditional market.

    3–4 hours hiking, ±644 m elevation
    Meals included: breakfast
    Overnight in Berastagi

  • Day 6 Karo Village, Waterfall & Samosir Island

    Karo Village, Waterfall & Samosir Island Departure from Berastagi to Linga, a traditional Karo Batak village with houses over 250 years old.
    Stop at Sipisopiso Waterfall (120 m high) with optional 1-hour hike (over 615 steps).
    Lunch overlooking Lake Toba, then ferry crossing to Samosir Island and transfer to Tuktuk village.

    3.5 hours driving, 50 minutes ferry
    Meals included: breakfast, lunch
    Overnight at Samosir Villas (VIP Room)

  • Day 7 Samosir, the heart of Batak culture

    Samosir, the heart of Batak culture Explore Samosir Island, a UNESCO Global Geopark.
    Visit Siallagan village, famous for its totem statues, sarcophagi, and Batak houses.
    Possible traditional dance performance.
    Visit Tomok village, local market, and King Sidabutar’s tombs.
    Free afternoon by the lake.

    Meals included: breakfast
    Overnight at Samosir Villas

  • Day 8 Farewell Samosir

    Farewell Samosir Morning at leisure before ferry crossing back to Tigaras and drive to Medan.

    50 minutes ferry, 4 hours drive
    Meals included: breakfast
    Overnight in Medan – Le Polonia Hotel (Deluxe Superior Room)

  • Days 9 to 11 Pulau Weh, the volcanic island

    Pulau Weh, the volcanic island Morning flight from Medan to Aceh.
    Visit Banda Aceh surroundings, then speedboat to Pulau Weh, known for its mountains and volcanoes.
    Free days to enjoy beaches, tranquility, and rich marine life.

    1h15 flight, 1h boat
    Meals included: breakfast
    Accommodation: Lumba Lumba Diving Resort, private air-conditioned bungalow
    Note: Modest dress is recommended due to strong Muslim cultural influence; bikinis are discouraged in public areas.

  • Day 12 Return to the mainland

    Return to the mainland Boat back to Banda Aceh, short city visit, then flight to Medan.

    1 hour boat, 1h15 flight
    Meals included: breakfast
    Overnight in Medan

  • Day 13 Goodbye, but not farewell

    Goodbye, but not farewell Transfer to Medan airport for your return flight.

    1-hour transfer
    Meals included: breakfast

Period & budget

When to travel?

The best period for travelling is during the following months:

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Price

From €1,520 per person (based on 2 people, subject to availability)

The budget is an indication of the price per person, subject to availability. Your local agent will send you a customized quote with the exact price. The price can vary according to availability, level of services, period of travel, number of participants, booking time frame and other items.

Included

  • Private air-conditioned transport with drivers
  • Domestic flights Medan–Aceh round trip
  • Hotel, ferry, and airport transfers
  • Accommodation as described
  • Meals mentioned
  • Entrance fees and activities
  • Local guides for certain hikes
  • 24/7 emergency assistance
  • Digital travel booklet
  • Not included

  • International flights
  • Meals not mentioned
  • Optional activities
  • Tips
  • Tourist visa & travel insurance
  • Terms and conditions

    Booking conditions

    Booking a trip with Altaï Indonesia implies acceptance of the terms and conditions of sale. Each customer is required to complete a registration form and, subject to availability at the time of registration, travellers are expected to pay a deposit of 35% of the total price to complete their booking. Payments can be made online or by bank transfer. You will receive an e-mail with your booking confirmation.

    Invoice procedure

    Once your booking is confirmed you will receive an invoice by e-mail. The full balance of the trip must be received at least 35 days before your departure date. Altaï Indonesia reserve the right to cancel your booking, free of charge, if this deadline is not respected.

    Cancellation policy

    If for any reason you have to cancel your trip, Altaï Indonesia require written confirmation of your decision. The money you have paid will then be refunded according to the following deductions:

    • Cancellation received more than 30 days prior to the departure date: a sum of €50 per person will be retained
    • Cancellation received 30 to 21 days before the departure date: your deposit, 30% of the total trip price will be retained
    • Cancellation received 20 to 14 days before the departure date: 50% of the total trip price will be retained
    • Cancellation received 13 to 7 days before the departure date: 75% of the total trip price will be retained
    • Cancellation received less than 7 days before the departure date: 100% of the total trip price will be retained

    Special cases:
    Please note that, regardless of the date of cancellation or modification if you have agreed to pay for services such as hotel reservations, flights or additional activities, these services are usually non-refundable so additional fees may apply.
    • Fixed airfares: if your airline ticket was issued in advance, often done to avoid significant surcharges, you will be charged 100% of any non-refundable fees if you wish to change or cancel your flight plan.
    • Fixed in-country costs: early charges for firm bookings will be charged if you cancel or modify your trip.
    • Insurance costs: if you have taken out comprehensive or cancellation insurance, the cost of insurance is due and cannot be refunded.

    Please note that fees apply according to the date Altaï Indonesia receive your cancellation or modification request in writing.

    If we have to cancel a departure due to an insufficient number of participants, you will be informed no later than 21 days before departure and a full refund will be issued, you will not be entitled to further compensation. We reserve the rights to cancel departures due to exceptional circumstances which may impact the safety of participants. Such circumstances include those amounting to 'force majeure' in which case participants will receive a full refund but they will not be entitled to any compensation.

    Changes to travel contract

    If you wish to make a change to your booking please contact Altaï Indonesia in writing; you will be expected to pay any fee which might arise from this change. In the event of unforeseen external events, Altaï Indonesia may change some aspects of the travel contract. If any changes are necessary you will be informed as quickly as possible.

    Pricing

    The prices on our website are updated regularly and all of the prices we advertise are accurate when published. We reserve the rights to make changes to any of these prices. Before you make a booking we will give you the up-to-date price of your chosen holiday including any supplements, upgrades or additional activities you may have requested. If the number of travellers is fewer than the indicated number of participants on the website, a small group surcharge may be applied. For all of our trips we include details of services, prices and what is/is not included but please be aware that changes to the prices may be necessary in accordance with exchange rates or price changes of various components of the journey.

    Contract transfer

    If you are unable to travel for any reason, you can transfer your booking to another person in which case our modification conditions apply. Both the transferor and transferee will be jointly and severally liable for payment of the total holiday price and other associated expenses. Some airline carriers treat name changes as cancellations and you may be required to pay for the cost of a new ticket.

    Insurance

    We strongly recommend that you take out personal travel insurance for your trip with Altaï Indonesia as soon as your booking is confirmed. We advice you to purchase a travel insurance policy which covers flight cancellations, luggage loss and emergency health care. Please look carefully at which activities are covered by your insurer and do not forget to bring all necessary documents and information with you (name of the company, name of the contract, insurance policy number, telephone number...)

    Practical info

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    Region
    Sumatra
    Activity
    Family Vacation Hiking & Outdoor Trips In comfort Adventures Multi-activity trips Travel to unknown corners
    Duration
    13 days
    Code
    AISUMAVEN
    Price
    From €1,520
    Level
    2/5
    Comfort
    3/5
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