Explore the natural wonders and cultural gems of North Sumatra in this immersive 7-day adventure! From the bustling city of Medan to the cool highlands of Brastagi, the lush rainforest of Ketambe, and the serene beauty of Lake Toba, this journey blends wildlife, volcanoes, traditional villages, and breathtaking landscapes.

Incredible trip to see wild Sumatra Orang Utan at Ketambe and The Biggest Volcanic Lake In South East Asia. Great Experiences, adventure, nature, culture and leisure. Discover the highlight of Sumatra tour.

Tour Highlights:

• Medan City Tour – Discover colonial architecture, heritage sites, and vibrant markets.
• Brastagi Highlands – Visit fruit markets, sip local coffee, and enjoy views of Mount Sibayak & Sinabung.
• Ketambe Rainforest Trekking – Spot wild orangutans, gibbons, and exotic birds in Gunung Leuser National Park.
• Lake Toba & Samosir Island – Relax by the largest volcanic lake in the world, explore Batak culture, and swim in pristine waters.

Location Map

07 DAYS / 06 NIGHTS MEDAN – BERASTAGI – KETAMBE AND LAKE TOBA TOUR
TOUR CODE – RVL-07D-MBKLT

Tour Itinerary :

DAY 01: ARRIVAL IN MEDAN

Welcome to Sumatra! Upon arrival at Kualanamu International Airport in Medan, you will be warmly greeted by your personal tour guide. A comfortable private transfer will take you to your hotel in the city. Depending on your arrival time, you may wish to relax at the hotel, enjoy the facilities, or take a leisurely stroll to get your first impression of Medan, one of Indonesia’s most vibrant and diverse cities. The afternoon and evening are free for your own activities.
Accommodation: Emerald Garden Hotel / Le Polonia Hotel or similar hotel
Meals: None

DAY 02: MEDAN CITY TOUR – BERASTAGI HIGHLANDS TOUR

After breakfast at the hotel, begin a city tour of Medan, visiting:

• A Chinese temple, reflecting the strong cultural presence of the Chinese community.
• The magnificent Great Mosque (Masjid Raya), one of Medan’s most important religious landmarks.
• The Sultan’s Palace of Deli (Maimun Palace), with its grand architecture blending Malay, Moghul, and Italian styles.

Afterwards, continue the journey by car to Berastagi, a refreshing highland town located in the Karo Highlands, known for its cool climate and volcanic scenery. The scenic drive passes through Sembahe and Sibolangit, offering lush landscapes along the way. Upon arrival in Berastagi, visit Lumbini Natural Park, featuring a magnificent replica of the famous Shwedagon Pagoda in Myanmar. Continue to the bustling Berastagi Fruit Market, where you can see (and taste) a wide variety of local fruits and vegetables. End the tour at Gundaling Hill, a panoramic viewpoint offering fantastic views of the active Sibayak and Sinabung Volcanoes.
In the afternoon, check in to your hotel and enjoy free time at leisure in the fresh mountain air.
Accommodation: Mikie Holiday Resort / Sibayak International Hotel or similar hotel
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 03: BERASTAGI – KETAMBE (GATEWAY TO THE JUNGLE OF GUNUNG LEUSER NATIONAL PARK)

After breakfast, the journey continues towards Ketambe (Gurah), a quiet and remote jungle village located in the Aceh region of the vast Gunung Leuser National Park. Along the way, you will stop at Lingga Village, a traditional Batak Karo settlement where visitors can admire the unique architecture and learn about the heritage of the Karo people. The scenic drive takes you across the dramatic Bukit Barisan Mountain range, with stops at several picturesque points for short breaks and photography. Upon arrival in Ketambe, check in to a simple local guesthouse surrounded by rainforest. Ketambe has long been known as a basecamp for jungle trekking, attracting researchers, wildlife photographers, and adventurers seeking encounters with Sumatran wildlife in its natural habitat.
The afternoon is free to relax, chat with fellow trekkers, or simply enjoy the unique atmosphere of this jungle outpost. There is an undeniable sense of adventure in the air, as tomorrow your journey into the rainforest begins.
Accommodation: Thousand Hill Guesthouse / Pondok Wisata or similar accommodation
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 04: KETAMBE – FULL DAY JUNGLE TREKKING ADVENTURE (WILD ORANGUTANS, GIBBONS, TROPICAL BIRDS & RAINFOREST EXPERIENCE)

After breakfast at your guesthouse, set out for an unforgettable full-day trekking adventure in the Gunung Leuser National Park rainforest. The trek begins with a short walk along the village road before entering narrow jungle trails, sometimes muddy and challenging, that lead you deep into the wilderness. This area is renowned for its abundant wildlife, and with some luck you may encounter wild orangutans swinging high in the canopy, playful gibbons, siamangs with their distinctive calls, Thomas leaf monkeys, and groups of macaques. The rainforest is also home to fascinating reptiles, small mammals, and a dazzling variety of tropical birds such as hornbills, eagles, and kingfishers.

As you move through the towering rainforest, your guide will share insights about the ecosystem, pointing out unique plants, medicinal herbs, giant trees, and colorful jungle flowers. Around midday, enjoy a Picnic lunch in the forest, prepared by your local guide, surrounded by the sounds of the jungle. In the afternoon, continue exploring deeper into the rainforest, searching for wildlife and soaking in the pristine atmosphere of one of the last great rainforests in Sumatra. Slowly trek back to Ketambe in the late afternoon, where the rest of the day is free to relax at your lodge or reflect on your jungle experience.
Accommodation: Thousand Hill Guesthouse / Pondok Wisata or similar accommodation
Meals: Breakfast, Picnic lunch

DAY 05: KETAMBE – SAMOSIR ISLAND / LAKE TOBA

Early in the morning (around 07:00), depart from Ketambe and travel overland towards Samosir Island, passing through Sidikalang and Tele Viewpoint, where you will stop at a scenic viewpoint to enjoy a panoramic view of Lake Toba from its western highlands. You will enter Samosir directly by land via the Aek Tano Ponggol Bridge at Pangururan, the only bridge connecting the island to the mainland. This route allows you to enjoy even more of the lake’s dramatic landscapes.
In the afternoon, continue to your hotel on Samosir Island and check in.
Accommodation: Tabo Cottages / Toledo Inn / Samosir Villa Resort
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 06: FULL-DAY EXCURSION ON SAMOSIR ISLAND

Spend a full day exploring the cultural treasures and natural beauty of Samosir Island by car:

• Ambarita Village, where ancient stone chairs and execution tables of the Batak tribal chieftains can still be seen.
• Tomok Village, where you can view the centuries-old stone sarcophagi of the Sidabutar kings and learn about Batak burial traditions.

In the afternoon, return to your hotel and enjoy the tranquil lakeside atmosphere. You may take a stroll along the shore, interact with locals, or relax by the water.
Accommodation: Tabo Cottages / Toledo Inn / Samosir Villa Resort
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 07: SAMOSIR ISLAND – MEDAN / AIRPORT

After breakfast drive, crossing back by public ferry boat to Parapat then continue transfer to Kualanamu International Airport via Pematang Siantar, on the way stop at several plantations. It will take about 4,5 hours driving to airport to catch the flight to next destination. TOUR ENDS
Meals: Breakfast.

Price included:

• Tours and transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle
• Ferry crossing from Samosir Island to Parapat
• Accommodation based on twin / triple sharing room
• Daily breakfast
• English speaking tour guide
• Fullday jungle trekking at Ketambe included: local guide, permit and Picnic lunch
• Entrance fee as per itinerary

Price Excluded:

• Airfares
• Airport taxes
• Insurance
• Donations
• Tips
• Porter service
• Lunch / dinner (which is not indicated on itinerary)
• Camera permit at Leuser national park
• Personal expenses and gratuities