What to do in North Sumatra

Activities, attractions and tours

A waterfall cascading down a lush green hillside.
A serene lake surrounded by lush green hills and a small house near the water's edge.
A mountain with a cloud base, surrounded by dense forest.
A rocky shoreline with turbulent waves and a cloudy sky.
A volcano with smoke and ash clouds.

Things to do

Sunrise Tour or Hiking Mount Sibayak From Berastagi

Sunrise Tour or Hiking Mount Sibayak From Berastagi

£51
per adult
Sunrise Tour or Hiking Mount Sibayak From Berastagi
From Medan 1 day Bukit Lawang Jungle Trekking to see Orangutan

From Medan 1 day Bukit Lawang Jungle Trekking to see Orangutan

£98
per adult
From Medan 1 day Bukit Lawang Jungle Trekking to see Orangutan
3 Days 2 Nights Ethical Jungle Trekking

3 Days 2 Nights Ethical Jungle Trekking

£175
per adult
3 Days 2 Nights Ethical Jungle Trekking
From Medan: Mount Leuser National Park Full-Day Trip

Medan: Mount Leuser National Park Full-Day Trip

£175
per adult
Medan: Mount Leuser National Park Full-Day Trip
From Medan: Mount Sibayak Sunrise Hike & Natural Hot Spring

From Medan: Mount Sibayak Sunrise Hike & Natural Hot Spring

£102
per adult
From Medan: Mount Sibayak Sunrise Hike & Natural Hot Spring
2-Day from Medan: Orangutan Bukit Lawang and Lake Toba Tour

2-Day from Medan: Orangutan Bukit Lawang and Lake Toba Tour

£417
per adult
2-Day from Medan: Orangutan Bukit Lawang and Lake Toba Tour
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Sipiso-piso Waterfall

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Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sipiso-piso Waterfall during your travels in Merek. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and hot springs.
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Where to stay in North Sumatra

Find the best North Sumatra areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Gate and entrance of Tjong A Fie Mansion, a heritage building and popular tourist destination in Medan City. Exotic old oriental style house.

Kesawan

Spas, restaurants and shopping highlight some of the noteworthy features of Kesawan. Make a stop by Grand City Hall or Tjong A Fie's Mansion while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Kampung Madras

Kampung Madras might not have many top sights, but Sun Plaza and Grand City Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

 

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Day trip destinations from North Sumatra

A large mosque with multiple domes and a minaret, surrounded by a spacious courtyard and greenery.

Medan

A calm lake surrounded by green hills and mountains under a partly cloudy sky.

Parapat

Stone structures with intricate carvings and a clear blue sky.

Belawan

A bamboo raft with a thatched roof floating on calm water.

Sibolga

A river winding through a forested area, leading to a beach with waves crashing onto the shore.

Nias

Two people in a tube on a body of water.

Bohorok

A forested area with a person carrying a large bundle on their shoulder and another person standing nearby.

Bukit Lawang

An aerial view of a coastal town with boats, colorful buildings, and a clear blue sea.

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