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Sumatra Adventure
10 days • 4.8
5
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49 reviews
10 days
Start
Medan, Indonesia
Finish
Medan, Indonesia
Trip Code
TIST
Min Age
15
Trip Size
1 - 12
Physical Rating
Meals
9 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 1 dinner
Transport
Ferry, Private vehicle
Accommodation
Hotel (4 nts), Camping (1 nt), Guesthouse (4 nts)
From £960(10 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
Try to spot wild orangutans in Gunung Leuser National Park during not one, but two hikes through the jungle – home to some 300 bird species and the endangered Sumatran tiger. Spend the night in the jungle soaking up the wild ambience and falling asleep to the sounds of nature.
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.
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
Begin and end your adventure in Sumatra’s largest city – Medan. Explore the mix of Asian cultures, which can be seen in the colourful architecture and within the delicious mix of cuisines.
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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Is this trip right for you?
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!
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.
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.
You may also want to check out our Best of Indonesia (TISSC) if you have longer time to explore in the country.
You may also want to check out our Best of Indonesia (TISSC) if you have longer time to explore in the country.
Itinerary
Venture to Indonesia’s rugged wilderness in steamy Sumatra.
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 ten-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 welcome you.
Inclusions
Meals
9 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 1 dinner
Transport
Ferry, Private vehicle
Accommodation
Hotel (4 nts), Camping (1 nt), Guesthouse (4 nts)
Included activities
Gunung Leuser NP - Jungle Wildlife Trek
Gunung Leuser NP - Trekking Lunch
Gunung Leuser NP - Campsite Dinner
Mt Sibayak - Picnic lunch
Mt Sibayak - Volcano climb
Dokan Village - Batak longhouse visit
Lake Toba - Samosir Island day tour
Lake Toba - Stone Chairs
Lake Toba - Simanindo Museum
Lake Toba - Batak Dance Performance
Optional activities
Medan - Maimun Palace - IDR10000
Medan Grand Mosque - IDR5000
Bukit Lawang - Countryside tour - IDR200000
Berastagi - Hot springs - IDR20000
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Important notes
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.
Reviews (48)
5 stars
40
4 stars
8
Kate
May 05, 2025
Great trip but more ' off the beaten track' than other Indonesian trips which is exactly what I wanted. Hiking to see the orangutans was amazing although good level fitness is needed as it's very humid. Surprising highlight was samisor island. Tour and local guide was fab.
Alejandro
Apr 17, 2025
If you love nature and wildlife, this trip is for you. We were lucky to see six orangutans. Two adult males, and then two Moms with their playful kids swinging on the trees in separate parts of the jungle. We also saw three other varieties of monkeys, and many tropical jungle creatures. Great hike to the volcano summit. Our leader guide, and all local guides were excellent. They all gave us great insight to the local culture. A great chance to try delicious regional food, and tropical fruit juices.
Jeff
Apr 13, 2025
Robert
Oct 20, 2024
We had a great trip. In the jungle we saw plenty of gibbons, orangutan and other animals including flying lizard. The volcano hike was beautiful and very atmospheric. Excellent guide (Dewi) and a very friendly atmosphere on the trip. Food costs c.£3.50 per meal (where not included)
Stefanie
Oct 20, 2024
It was an incredible experience, I will never forget what I experienced and I am especially grateful to Dewi our guide as she made the trip something very special.
Stephanie
Sep 15, 2024
Wonderful trip off the beaten path. LiliK was a great guide. This was such a good trip
Lyle
Jul 24, 2024
What an experience. Travelling as a family, we got to climb a volcano and saw orang-utans in the wild. Couldn't ask for more from Intrepid.
Alan
Jul 10, 2024
Awesome adventure, totally recommended. our guide was very knowledgeable and always available.
Debra
Jul 10, 2024
Excellent trip. Wonderful and knowledgeable guide. Thank you Lili
Lesley
Jun 15, 2024
This was an amazing trip with a wonderful bunch of like minded, fun travellers. The itinerary was great and included many wonderful activities. Of course the best was seeing orangutans in the jungle.
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