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Sumatra Adventure
9 Days | Venture to Indonesia’s rugged wilderness in steamy Sumatra.
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Start
Medan, Indonesia
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Finish
Medan, Indonesia
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Trip Code
TIST
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Min Age
12
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Trip Size
1 - 12
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Physical Rating
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Meals
8 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 1 dinner
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Transport
Ferry, Private vehicle
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Accommodation
Hotel (4 nts), Camping (1 nt), Guesthouse (3 nts)
From £1,029(9 days)
Trip Informations
Steamy Sumatra is a rugged jungle paradise for all types of adventurers. The world’s sixth largest island is teeming with untamed nature and is home to many endangered species, including the Sumatran tiger, rhinoceros, elephants and the acclaimed orangutan. On this nine-day Sumatran expedition, travel from Medan to Bukit Lawang and explore Gunung Leuser National Park. Head to Berastagi and hike up the steaming active volcano Sibayak, basking in the glory of misty panoramas from the summit. Finish in Samonsir on Lake Toba, where the colourfully dressed Christian Batak people are happy to have your company. Venture off the beaten track and learn a thing or two about Sumatra.
Why you’ll love this trip
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Gunung Leuser National Park is your best chance in Indonesia to see orangutans in the wild. Hike through the jungle, home to some 300 bird species and the endangered Sumatran tiger, on a small-group camping experience.
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Begin and end your adventure in Sumatra’s largest city: Medan. Explore the mix of Asian cultures in the city, noticeable in its colourful architecture and delicious mix of food.
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Let your knowledgeable group leader guide you through the thickets of the jungle, past small cultural villages, and to the best places to eat around northern Sumatra.
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Climb the Sibayak Volcano to enjoy panoramic views at its spectacular summit, then head to local hot springs for some well-earned rest and relaxation after the descent.
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Explore Lake Toba and the villages on Samosir Island. Check out Indonesia’s highest waterfall and a take a cultural tour that includes a traditional Batak dance performance.
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By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Tuuur Foundation partner, Coral Triangle Center Foundation. Donations help expand their coral restoration project and support their educational outreach activities for local schools in Nusa Penida.
Is this trip right for you?
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Sumatra is less developed than other islands of the Indonesian archipelago. Due to limited tourism infrastructure, expect there to be more bumpy and windy roads, some longer drives and more basic hotels. On the plus side, you’ll feel like you’re off the beaten track!
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This trip involves either a partial or full camping experience, giving you access to more remote destinations at close proximity, and the joy of camping in the wilderness. This is a participatory trip – a fancy way of saying you’re not just along for the ride, but you are part of a team! Be prepared to roll up your sleeves and help out with camp activities like food prep and washing up. It’s all about giving your new travel mates and group leader a hand, and everyone knows there’s nothing worse than trying to put up a tent on your own! Keep in mind this is jungle camping with twin share tents and no facilities.
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Some of the best scenery on Sumatra is found on hikes. So, while this trip doesn't require a high level of fitness, it’s essential to be at least moderately fit if you want to partake in all activities.
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You may also want to check out our Best of Indonesia (TISSC) if you have longer time to explore in the country.
Itinerary
- DAY 1Medan
- DAY 2Bukit Lawang
- DAY 3Gunung Leuser National Park
- DAY 4Gunung Leuser National Park - Berastagi
- DAY 5Mt Sibayak - Berastagi
- DAY 6Lake Toba
- DAY 7Lake Toba
- DAY 8Medan
- DAY 9Medan
Inclusions
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8 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 1 dinner
airport_shuttle Transport
Ferry, Private vehicle
bed Accommodation
Hotel (4 nts), Camping (1 nt), Guesthouse (3 nts)
festival Activities
circleGunung Leuser NP - Jungle Wildlife Trek
circleGunung Leuser NP - Trekking Lunch
circleGunung Leuser NP - Campsite Dinner
circleMt Sibayak - Picnic lunch
circleMt Sibayak - Volcano climb
circleBerastagi - Hot springs
circleLake Toba - Sipiso-Piso Waterfall
circleDokan Village - Batak longhouse visit
circleLake Toba - Samosir Island day tour
circleLake Toba - Stone Chairs
circleLake Toba - Simanindo Museum
circleLake Toba - Batak Dance Performance
museum Add on activities
circleMedan - Maimun Palace - IDR10000
circleMedan Grand Mosque - IDR5000
circleBukit Lawang - Countryside tour - IDR200000
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Important notes
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1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Day 3 (Camping) and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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