NORTH SUMATRA: Jungles, Lakes, and Cities – A Cinematic Journey in Indonesia

North Sumatra is one of the most underrated Indonesian travel destinations in the world.

This incredible province on Sumatra island has it all – from pristine jungles and quaint villages to Sumatra’s largest metropolis, Medan.

Take a cinematic journey with us through our favourite place in the world – Sumatera Utara (North Sumatra), and here’s what you’ll see:

🇮🇩 The Gunung Leuser National Park – incredibly beautiful villages perched on the edge of pristine rainforest, with secluded waterfalls, crystal-clear rivers, enormous blooms, and spectacular wildlife.

🇮🇩 Lake Toba – the world’s largest volcanic lake, set in the highlands with the perfect climate and breathtaking scenery.

🇮🇩 Bustling towns and cities – love it or hate it, North Sumatra’s capital city, Medan, is full of life. Whether you’re exploring the big city or being warmly welcomed in a small village, life in Sumatra is never dull.

🇮🇩 Batak Toba and Karo culture. North Sumatra is home to two unique cultures only found in this province. In Lake Toba, you’ll see the gorgeous architecture of the Batak people and learn about their history and culture. Travel to the Karo highlands around Berastagi and Kabanjahe to meet the Karonese people.

If North Sumatra isn’t on your Southeast Asia travel list, maybe it’s time to take a look at this beautiful part of Indonesia.

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Hi, I’m Agung, I live in Lake Toba, Sumatra (Indonesia) with my wife Carly. I was born in Sumatra, so love sharing all my local knowledge with visitors.

Carly has been a traveller to Sumatra since 2009, and has been living in here the last few years. We now live in a village on Samosir Island in Lake Toba, North Sumatra. Together, we create content to help share the beauty of incredible Sumatra with the world.

Horas, Mejuah juah – see you in Sumatra!

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