Duration: 12 Nights / 13 Days

Cities of Stay: Jakarta – Padang – Siberut – Medan – Parapat – Samosir

Daily Itinerary

Day 1: Jakarta Arrival & Urban Discovery

Touch down in Indonesia’s vibrant capital and dive into its cultural tapestry.

Wander along the historic Kali Besar canal, explore the bustling Petak Sembilan district, and find serenity at the ancient Toa Se Bio temple.

Day 2: Gateway to Sumatra Soar westward to Padang,

landing on Sumatra’s dramatic coastline as afternoon shadows stretch across this wild island.

Settle into comfort as anticipation builds for the adventure ahead.

Day 3: Journey to the Lost World

Board a ferry across emerald waters to the mystical Mentawai Islands.

Navigate jungle rivers by motorboat, then trek through primordial rainforest to reach a traditional village where time stands still.

Sleep in an authentic Uma Mentawai longhouse on stilts.

Days 4-5: Living with the Last Stone Age

Tribe Immerse yourself completely in Mentawai culture – learn ancient hunting techniques with poison arrows, harvest sago palm flour, and witness tattooed shamans commune with forest spirits.

Experience life as it was millennia ago, following the rhythm of sunrise and sunset in this UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.

Day 6: Return to Modernity

Bid farewell to your Mentawai hosts and journey back to Padang via river and ferry, carrying unforgettable memories of one of Earth’s last untouched indigenous cultures.

Day 7: Lake Toba Bound

Fly to Medan and ascend through lush plantations to the shores of legendary Lake Toba.

Cross to mystical Samosir Island, formed in the caldera of a supervolcano that once changed Earth’s climate.

Day 8: Batak Cultural Odyssey

Explore the fascinating world of the Batak people – from ancient royal tombs and megalithic stone circles to traditional villages where elaborate wooden houses stand without a single nail.

Witness mesmerizing Tor-Tor dances and delve into a culture that once inspired tales of fierce warriors.

Day 9: Highland Villages & Royal Heritage

Journey through fertile valleys to visit the former palaces of Batak kings, now transformed into living museums.

Marvel at the thundering Sipiso-Piso waterfall and colorful mountain markets before reaching volcanic Berastagi.

Day 10: Volcano Summit & Hot Springs Conquer Mount Sibayak at dawn

Trekking through misty forests to reach the crater rim, where fumaroles dance in the morning light. Descend to rejuvenating thermal pools fed by volcanic springs.

Days 11-12: Orangutan Encounters in Pristine Jungle

Enter the legendary Gunung Leuser National Park, home to the critically endangered Sumatran orangutan.

Trek through UNESCO World Heritage rainforest searching for these remarkable creatures who share 97% of our DNA.

Float down jungle rivers on inner tubes and explore mysterious bat caves.

Day 13: Medan Farewell

Conclude your epic journey exploring Medan’s colonial heritage, from the opulent Sultan’s palace to the magnificent Great Mosque, before your departure.

Package Includes:

• Mentawai Island Experience
• All meals during island stay (food transported from mainland)
• Ferry transfers Padang-Siberut-Padang
• River transportation by motorized canoe
• Traditional Uma longhouse accommodation with mosquito nets
• Licensed English & Mentawai-speaking guide
• Cultural activities: poison arrow making, hunting, sago harvesting, traditional medicine, tattooing demonstrations, and fishing
• Guide and cook services throughout
• Sumatra Mainland Journey
• Daily breakfast at all accommodations
• Private air-conditioned transportation
• Professional English-speaking guides for all excursions
• Airport meet & greet services
• All entrance fees and permits
• Meals as specified in itinerary
• Ferry transfers to Samosir Island
• Volcano trekking permits and local guides
• National park permits for orangutan trekking
• River tubing adventure in Bukit Lawang
• All applicable taxes

Package Excludes:

• International flight tickets
• Domestic flights (Jakarta-Padang, Padang-Medan)
• Visa on arrival fees (IDR 500,000 per person)
• Personal travel insurance
• Traditional dance performances and pig feasts
• Gifts for Mentawai families (cigarettes, tobacco, sugar, tea, coffee)
• Personal expenses (drinks, laundry, phone calls)
• Meals not specified in itinerary
• Camera permits at Bukit Lawang
• Excess luggage fees
• Tips for guides and drivers (recommended: €6-10 for guides, €3-6 for drivers)
• Any costs due to flight delays or cancellations
• Services during free time periods
• Pricing available for groups of 2-12+ participants. Single room supplements apply for main hotels only.