Location: North Sumatra
Top Things to do in North Sumatra
Top 10 Budget-friendly Things to do in North Sumatra, Sumatra
North Sumatra (Indonesian: Sumatera Utara), is a province of Indonesia. It is located on the island of Sumatra, and its capital is Medan. North Sumatra is fourth most populous province in Indonesia after West Java, East Java and Central Java and the most populous Indonesian province outside Java, with over 13.5 million inhabitants in 2014.
Restaurants in North Sumatra
1. Lake Toba
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 837 reviews
Reviewed By BertineFlos - Kampen, The Netherlands
We went to the place Tuk Tuk to a very nice guesthouse named Romlan. The ferry brings you to their doorstep. The climate is very nice and the the view very relaxing. You can also rent a scooter to see the island. Loved it. Tip: the ferry leaves from Parapat (tiga raja harbour) to Tuk tuk. On the way back we thought it would be nice to stay one night in Parapat near the harbour. But accomodations are very bad and pricy.so not recommended. We landed on Medan airport. You can take a shared taxi which is okay priced. Later we found out air asia also has a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Silangit which is closer to Lake Toba. From Silangit there is a Damri bus to Parapat (tiga raja harbour) And from there you can take the ferry to Tuk tuk.
2. Mount Sinabung
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By katinkav2018 - Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Renting a scooter is by far the easiest option. There is a place next to the Sibayak Cafe (you cannot miss the gigantic sign) in the centre of Berastagi where you can rent them. By scooter there are two places I recommend you to go to. First, to the deserted village of Suka Nalu. Photos of the red zone you find online (abandoned school etc) were taken here. From there you can walk along a "road" that is overgrown. In dry season I think you can cross the small river at the end of it, so that you can see the dead forest and lava stream. However, we didn't manage to cross the river due to high water. Afterwards, ride to the ghost town called Gurukinayan. Here you can see the lava stream and also walk over it for a while. Great up close view of the vulcano as well. I would not recommend trying to walk from the first to the second place, because there are cliffs/small canyons carved out by the lava that you would have to cross and they seemed too treacherous to climb in and out of. You can also get to the first place by bus. Take the orange "Rio" bus (it brought us pretty close) and walk the last part.
3. Mount Sibayak
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 568 reviews
Reviewed By IngridF317
I dearly recommand this trek, it’s amazing!! Especially with my tour guide, Ricky, we discover a lot of things (hot springs, Temple, Karo house, waterfall) in the area, and it was so interesting ! This guy explain to you everything and adapt the day on what you want. If you want to book with him I leave you the WhatsApp number +6285333542048. Ricky Ricardo. Enjoy and say hello from Ingrid :)
4. Marian Shrine of Annai Velangkanni
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 256 reviews
Reviewed By 650jimmy - Singapore, Singapore
We have known Pastor James for more than 10 years and whenever we are in Medan, will attempt to go and visit the church and meet Pastor James, if he is available. Once I saw him bless a car. He always spent time to speak to the public and we are comforted by him. We go to lick a candle after prayer and also to collect some bottles of holy water for blessing and bring back to Singapore. We will write a petition to ask for blessing and help in our daily life. Please feel free to come and view the historical gallery and buy some sovenirs for remembrance.
5. The Bohorok Orangutan Centre at Bukit Lawang
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 143 reviews
We arrange jungle trekking tours through the rainforest of Gunung Leuser National Park, starting from the village Bukit Lawang,located in northern Sumatra,Indonesia. It is one of the last places in the world where you have the unique chance to observe the rare Sumatran orangutan in his natural habitat. The Gunung Leuser National Park is further habitat for many other species of exotic animals,flowers and plants. Since 2004, the tropical rainforests of the Gunung Leuser National Park together with 2 more national parks on Sumatra, are part of the UNESCO World Heritage.
Reviewed By karenbQ8291DB
We travelled with Trailfinders. The organisation was superb. We had a guide for our 3-day stay called Gandar who was very knowledgeable and thoughtful. A ranger called Ayub was assigned for the Orang Utan trek; frankly he was a genius, we saw eight including one very close encounter. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend any aspect.
6. Maha Vihara Maitreya
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By KBBB2018 - London, United Kingdom
We had the most humbling experience when we visited and was one of our highlights for Medan and Indonesia. We learnt about Buddhism and will treasure this memory. The palace is grand and impressive without being ostentatious. Also the fortunate cafe serves all vegan food which is amazing the home made bread, tempeh and hot soup were amazing. Don't forget to try the vegan ice cream. All round one of favourite experiences. Please go if you have the chance and don't forget to donate.
7. Maha Vihara Maitreya Cemara Asri
8. Airport Railink Services
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4.5 based on 1,307 reviews
We Are First and Biggest Airport Train Services in Indonesia. We provide a smart chocice and convinient tarnsport to the City trough Exclusive Railway
Reviewed By HenryHeinz - Medan, Indonesia
Very convenient, hassle-free way to get from central Medan to KNO. Note that there is a new train schedule (as of maybe Nov 2019). With the recently opened elevated train line through downtown Medan, it now takes approx. 30 minutes to get to/from downtown and KNO. There are no stops for traffic, etc now. Booking tickets at the station is easy, but note that this must be done with a card (or other means) - they don't accept cash payments for tickets.
9. Mikie Funland
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 399 reviews
The best recreation's spot for your family and friends. We are the first theme park for family in North Sumatra that have 35 over different kinds of attractions that can be played all day, using just one ticket.
Reviewed By yanwar_edek - Bandar Lampung, Indonesia
Its so much fun , clean , and friendly. they’re observe health protocol, disinfectanting all rides after using shift play and limiting visitor on rides. The field ve many green zone ,fresh air from nature, ve many place for rest and enjoying natural atmosphere
10. Panatapan Parapat
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