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Sumatran Highlights Overview

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      USD $2,560
      CAD $2,430
      AUD $2,350
      EUR €1,630
      GBP £1,490
      NZD $3,010
      ZAR R19,470
      CHF FR2,000
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  • 2013-01-01 - 2013-12-31

Visit jaw-dropping wonders and ancient treasures in Sumatra

Rich with ancient tradition and jaw-dropping natural wonders, Sumatra exudes a captivating mystique. From the panoramic delights of the Sibayak Volcano summit and the stunning Gayo Highlands, to the thriving marine eco-systems off Pulau Weh, this remarkable journey walks you through steaming jungles, over rocky outcrops and across pristine shores. Along the way, meet welcoming villagers at a homestay on Lake Toba, and see how the people of Banda Aceh rebuilt after the devastating 2004 tsunami. The spirit of beautiful Sumatra will completely captivate and leave you wanting more on this amazing trip.

  • Delight in Sipiso-piso Waterfall
  • Enjoy a homestay on the banks of Lake Toba
  • Admire the incredible vista from atop Sibayak Volcano
  • Spot orangutans in Gunung Leuser National Park
  • Sample world-famous coffee in the Gayo Highlands
  • Meet courageous locals in Banda Aceh
  • Snorkel over stunning coral reefs in Pulau Weh
  • Explore the northern capital of Medan

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Day 1 Medan

Indonesia's third-largest city, Medan can be chaotic but its diverse ethnic communities serve up a mouth-watering array of local flavours on every street corner.

Days 2-3 Lake Toba

Lake Toba is the world's largest volcanic lake, formed thousands of years ago by a 'supervolcano'. Today it's home to the warm and friendly Batak Toba people.

Days 4-5 Berastagi

Known for its rich agricultural industry, Berastagi is a charming town centred around the colourful local produce in its busy fruit and vegetable markets.

Days 6-7 Ketambe

The tiny village of Ketambe is the gateway to Gunung Leuser National Park, one of the world's most diverse ecosystems and home to the fascinating Sumatran orangutan.

Days 8-9 Gayo Highlands

Built on the picturesque shores of Laut Tawar Lake in the magnificent Gayo Highlands, Takengon boasts panoramic views and some of the world's best coffee.

Days 10-11 Banda Aceh

Completely devastated in the 2004 Boxing Day tsunami, today Banda Aceh has recovered its friendly village-like atmosphere but monuments to the scale of that terrible disaster still remain.

Days 12-13 Pulau Weh

The postcard-perfect island of Pulau Weh is a tropical paradise of pristine white sand beaches, palm trees swaying in the breeze and dazzling coral reefs.

Days 14-15 Medan

Still largely unfrequented by foreign tourists, Medan boasts an impressive collection of colonial buildings that are worth exploring.
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What's included in this trip

  • Start:

    Medan, Indonesia

  • Finish:

    Medan, Indonesia

  • Group size:

    Min 1 , Max 12

  • Ages:

    Min 12

  • Meals:

    9 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners

  • Accommodation:

    Camping (with basic facilities) (1 nt), Guesthouse (3 nts), Homestay (1 nt), Hotel (9 nts)

  • Transport:

    Ferry, Plane

  • Included activities:

    Guided tour of Simualungun Palace, Mt Sibayak climb, NTA Tsunami Tour, Semangat Hot Springs, Sipiso Piso waterfall, Snorkelling, Wildlife spotting jungle trek

  • Carbon emissions offset:

    616kg pp per trip

  • Notes:

    Please note that regular flight services depart for Medan from regional hubs such as Kuala Lumpur and Singapore.

  • Total price from

    USD $2,560
    CAD $2,430
    AUD $2,350
    EUR €1,630
    GBP £1,490
    NZD $3,010
    ZAR R19,470
    CHF FR2,000
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  • Per day from:

    USD $170
    CAD $162
    AUD $156
    EUR €108
    GBP £99
    NZD $200
    ZAR R1,298
    CHF FR133
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      USD $2,560
      CAD $2,430
      AUD $2,350
      EUR €1,630
      GBP £1,490
      NZD $3,010
      ZAR R19,470
      CHF FR2,000
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