Sumatra Eco Adventure 7 Day - Bukit Lawang, Berastagi & Samosir Island

Day 1 – Arrival in Medan → Bukit Lawang (Gateway to the Jungle) , Welcome to North Sumatra!

• Your private driver will meet you at Kualanamu International Airport or your Medan hotel for a scenic 3–4 hour journey to Bukit Lawang, the gateway to Gunung Leuser National Park.

• Settle into your eco-lodge beside the river and enjoy your first evening surrounded by rainforest sounds.

Optional afternoon activities:

• Visit the Bat Cave

• Join a village walk to meet local families and learn about rural life and organic farming

• Overnight: Bukit Lawang (EcoLodge / Orangutan Villa / Garden Inn / Jungle Inn / Orangutan Hotel)

• Meals: –

Day 2 – Jungle Trekking & Orangutan Encounter

• After breakfast, depart at 9:00 am for your eco-friendly full-day jungle trek inside Gunung Leuser National Park.

• Accompanied by your licensed local guide, you’ll search for orangutans, gibbons, Thomas leaf monkeys, hornbills, and other native wildlife.

• Learn about medicinal plants and rainforest ecology as you hike through lush vegetation.

• In the afternoon, enjoy a refreshing swim in the Bohorok River, followed by an exciting “jungle-style” river tubing journey back to the village.

• Relax and unwind at your lodge in the evening.

• Overnight: Bukit Lawang

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 3 – Bukit Lawang → Berastagi (Highlands & Volcano Views)

• After breakfast, drive 3–4 hours to Berastagi, a cool mountain town surrounded by volcanoes.

• On arrival, visit the colorful fruit and flower market — famous for passionfruit, avocados, and strawberries — and explore local crafts.

Optional activities:

• Take a short horse cart ride through town

• Join a local cooking class or try Batak coffee at a mountain café

• Overnight: Berastagi (Kalang Ulu / Mikie Holiday Resort / Sinabung Hill Resort)

• Meals: Breakfast

Day 4 – Mount Sibayak Sunrise Hike → Lake Toba

• Wake up early (around 4:30 am) for a sunrise hike up Mount Sibayak (2,094m), an active volcano known for its steaming vents and breathtaking panoramic views.

• After descending, enjoy a soak in the natural hot springs below — the perfect way to relax sore muscles.

• At midday, continue your journey toward Lake Toba, stopping at:

• A traditional Batak Karo village with wooden longhouses

• The majestic Sipiso-Piso Waterfall (120m) with views over the caldera

• Arrive in Parapat, cross the lake by ferry to Samosir Island, and check into your lakeside hotel.

• Overnight: Samosir Island (Tabo Cottages / Zoe’s Paradise Waterfront / Labersa Hotel & Convention)

• Meals: Breakfast

Day 5 – Culinary Experience on Samosir Island

• After breakfast, join a local family for a hands-on Batak culinary experience.

• Harvest ingredients such as spices, tapioca leaves, and herbs from the village garden, then cook a traditional Batak meal over an open fire.

• Share lunch together and learn about local food culture.

• Afternoon: free time to swim, kayak, or relax with lake views.

• Overnight: Samosir Island

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 6 – Batak Culture & Island Exploration

• After breakfast, embark on a cultural tour of Samosir Island, visiting:

• Simanindo Village – enjoy a traditional Batak dance performance

• Ambarita Village – see ancient stone chairs once used by Batak kings

• Tomok Village – explore royal graves and Batak handicrafts

• Return to your accommodation in the afternoon and relax by the lakeside.

• Overnight: Samosir Island

• Meals: Breakfast

Day 7 – Return to Medan & City Highlights

• After breakfast, take the ferry back to Parapat and drive to Medan (approx. 5 hours).

• If time permits, explore the city’s highlights with your guide:

• Maimun Palace – royal residence of the Deli Sultanate

• Great Mosque (Mesjid Raya) – iconic 1906 landmark

• Tjong A Fie Mansion – a beautifully preserved colonial house

• Drop-off at Medan Airport or your hotel for departure.

• Meals: Breakfast

• Bukit Lawang (EcoLodge / Orangutan Villa / Garden Inn / Jungle Inn / Orangutan Hotel)

• Berastagi (Kalang Ulu / Mikie Holiday Resort / Sinabung Hill Resort)

• Samosir Island (Tabo Cottages / Zoe’s Paradise Waterfront / Labersa Hotel & Convention)

• Private transportation (Medan – Bukit Lawang – Berastagi – Lake Toba – Medan)

• English-speaking licensed guide

• 2 nights accommodation in Bukit Lawang (with breakfast)

• 1 night accommodation in Berastagi (with breakfast)

• 3 nights accommodation in Samosir Island (with breakfast)

• Full-day jungle trek in Bukit Lawang (meals & equipment included)

• Mount Sibayak sunrise hike & hot spring visit

• Culinary & cultural tours on Samosir Island (with lunch & permits)

• Ferry tickets to/from Samosir Island

• All National Park entrance fees

• Jungle trekking gear (mattress, tent, meals, drinking water)

• International & domestic flights, visas, and travel insurance

• Personal expenses & optional activities not listed

• Lunches & dinners unless mentioned

• Pack light (under 10kg if possible)

• Bring insect repellent, sunscreen, and reusable bottles

• Comfortable trekking shoes with grip

• Light, breathable clothing; long sleeves recommended for jungle walks

• Waterproof bag for electronics

• Swimwear and quick-dry towel