Things 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

Bukit Lawang: Jungle Cooking Adventure with Local Guide

Bukit Lawang: Jungle Cooking Adventure with Local Guide

RM281
per adult
Bukit Lawang: Jungle Cooking Adventure with Local Guide
From Medan: Mount Leuser National Park Full-Day Trip

Medan: Mount Leuser National Park Full-Day Trip

RM952
per adult
Medan: Mount Leuser National Park Full-Day Trip
Sunrise Tour or Hiking Mount Sibayak From Berastagi

Sunrise Tour or Hiking Mount Sibayak From Berastagi

RM281
per adult
Sunrise Tour or Hiking Mount Sibayak From Berastagi
Sumatra : 2-Day Orangutan Trekking and River Tubing Tour

Sumatra : 2-Day Orangutan Trekking and River Tubing Tour

RM563
per adult
Sumatra : 2-Day Orangutan Trekking and River Tubing Tour
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Sun Plaza

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You can enjoy retail therapy at Sun Plaza during your trip to Medan. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
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Where to stay in North Sumatra

Find the best North Sumatra areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

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

A lush green landscape with terraced fields, a waterfall, and a mountain range in the background.

Berastagi

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

A valley with a lake, green hills, and a small town with buildings and houses.

Merek

Two people in a tube on a body of water.

Bohorok