Sumatra Tours & Holidays
Sumatra Small Group Tours & Tailor-Made Holidays
Untamed, rugged and the only place in Indonesia where you can find wild orangutans, Sumatra offers the tantalising prospect of stunning spectacle and off-beat adventure amongst some of the richest and most diverse tropical forests on earth. Home to some of the planet’s rarest flora and fauna, the world’s sixth largest island can boast endangered species such as the Sumatran tiger and the Sumatran rhino, clouded leopards, sun bears and nearly 600 species of birds. A land in constant turmoil, ...
Untamed, rugged and the only place in Indonesia where you can find wild orangutans, Sumatra offers the tantalising prospect of stunning spectacle and off-beat adventure amongst some of the richest and most diverse tropical forests on earth. Home to some of the planet’s rarest flora and fauna, the world’s sixth largest island can boast endangered species such as the Sumatran tiger and the Sumatran rhino, clouded leopards, sun bears and nearly 600 species of birds. A land in constant turmoil, earthquakes, eruptions and tsunamis are a part of life here for a richly diverse population that includes Muslims, Batak Christians and the staunchly matrilineal Minangkabau. Must-see sights include the Gunung Leuser National Park, the Sipiso-piso Waterfall (the largest in Indonesia) and the extraordinary crater lake of Toba, whilst a visit to one of the island’s Padang restaurants provides a chance to try some traditional Minangkabau cuisine.
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Explore the Island
The world's largest island within an island and the centre of the Batak culture, Samosir Island is known for its unique culture, traditional houses, and stone chairs and execution stones, where in the past enemies were slaughtered and eaten by the once-cannibalistic tribe.
Find the famous Sumatran orangutans
Explore the spectacular primary rainforest of Sumatra as you delve deep into the mountainous landscapes of Gunung Leuser National Park. Here you can enjoy spectacular views and learn about the different flora and fauna of the region, but of course the real highlight is witnessing the mesmerising orangutans in their natural habitat.
Cook Sumatra's famous dish
Explore and sample the local home industries such as rice flour making, home-made tofu or fresh palm sugar. Visit a local house, where your host awaits you in her kitchen, and try your hand at cooking Beef Rendang, the most famous dish on the island of Sumatra.
Sleep in the jungle
Venture deep into the heart of primary Sumatran rainforest and learn how to set up your own jungle camp. Assist in building a fire to cook your dinner and dine under the stars surrounded by the sounds of the jungle, and don't forget to look out for the orangutans!OUR FAVOURITE PLACES TO STAY
Ecolodge Bukit Lawang, Bukit Lawang
The ideal location for exploring the Leuser Ecosystem of North Sumatra, the three-star Ecolodge Bukit Lawang is a sustainable property which contributes to the conservation of the critically endangered…