A Toba view so iconic it made it onto the cover of our North Sumatra Travel Guide and Itinerary Planner! But honestly, whip out your phone or camera anywhere on Samosir Island and you’re going to get a shot that captures the insane beauty of Lake Toba - whether it’s a rice field, a lake view, the smile of a local shopkeeper, or a dog taking a nap in the afternoon sun. . Want to know more about this incredible part of the world? Check out our 5-star rated ebook at www.exploring.sumatra.com (or vi

Less than 3 hours from the chaos of Medan City lies one of the most peaceful, beautiful spots in North Sumatra. Welcome to Tangkahan, nestled on the edge of the Gunung Leuser National Park. This little known village is a hidden gem, filled with beauty and adventure, nature, and the warmest locals you’ll ever meet. . Want to find more of Sumatra’s most precious secret spots? Get your hands on our 5-star rated eBook: The North Sumatra Travel Guide & Itinerary Planner. Written by locals with 10 yea

Video shows the moment a landslide hit Indonesia’s Sumatra Island where heavy rain and flash flooding have killed at least 10 people and left dozens missing. | Al Jazeera English