Welcome to Sumatra! You’re about to embark on a journey of a lifetime. Arrive in Medan, the capital of North Sumatra, and head to your accommodation. Here you can meet your guide and your group, who will be your travel family for the next 26 days. Enjoy a welcome dinner and some cocktails to get to know each other, and get ready for an epic start to your adventure.

Accommodation: Karibia Boutique Hotel – Twin Share | Medan

It’s up and out nice and early today as you head into the wilderness of Bukit Lawang. A hidden paradise in the heart of Sumatra, drop off your bags and enjoy a quick bite before diving into the BatCave for an inspiring experience. These incredible nocturnal creatures are an absolute must see here in Sumatra – marvel as they fly far above you. Then, enjoy some dinner and drinks as you watch a magical sunset, and head out for your first local night out.

Accommodation: Wisma Leuser Sibayak – Twin Share | Bukit Lawang
Meals included: Breakfast

The early rise this morning will be more than worth it. Get ready for a trek through the rainforest to spot the local wildlife. Sumatra is well known for its vast diversity of jungle animals, including monkeys, tropical birds, and the most famous of all, wild orangutans! Keep your eyes peeled, because you never know when one will be swinging through the trees above you. Enjoy an incredible lunch in the heart of the rainforest and relax surrounded by complete lushness. After that, it’s time to hit the river – tube your way down the flowing water straight to your hotel doorstop. What a way to travel!

Accommodation: Wisma Leuser Sibayak – Twin Share | Bukit Lawang
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

Today’s a travel day, so you can take it easy. Catch a flight to Padang City, a coastal location surrounded by green hills, with plenty of gorgeous beaches to roam. Recover from your couple of busy days as you relax in the chilled out city, soak up some sun, and explore the streets and local markets. Watch a magical sunset over the nature surrounded urban landscape and get ready for another few epic days ahead of you.

Accommodation: HW Hotel – Twin Share | Padang
Meals included: Breakfast

Another early morning that’s more than worth the second cup of coffee. Get ready for a very unique and cherished experience, as you journey into the heart of Mentawai to meet with local families in a traditional village. Immerse yourself in the rich culture of Sumatra, enjoy a hearty lunch with the local families, explore their farms, and partake in their unique traditions. It’s an experience like no other. You’ll be warmly welcomed by your host family and settle into traditional huts for accommodation. Learn all about sustainable farming and their agricultural heritage and visit the local market. At the end of an extraordinary day, enjoy games, beers, and new friends as you reminisce on the incredible time you’ve already had.

Accommodation: Local Homestay – Multi-Share | Mentawai
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Wake up to the noise of the surrounding nature in the most wholesome way imaginable. Today is all about taking in the local culture of your Mentawai homestay village, relaxing in a traditional house called an ‘Uma’. Here you’ll learn some unforgettable, and useful, skills as you go foraging and hunting, and visit the village’s Shaman for some incredibly insightful chats. Learn the wisdom of the indigenous tribe, surrounded by nature, taking in this incredibly spiritual experience.

Accommodation: Local Homestay – Multi-Share | Mentawai
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After an incredible stay in a jungle village, today you’ll be heading to the southern coast of Padang. Here, you’ll get to stay in a cool traditional fishing village in rustic beach huts, for another authentic and spectacular homestay. Placed right on the waterfront, your time here is for chilling out, embracing the island lifestyle, and enjoying some live music around the campfire. Soak up the magic of the sunset and stars, because you’re in paradise.

Accommodation: Ricky’s Beach House – Twin Share | Sungai Pinang
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

With so much incredible marine life thriving in the area of Padang, it wouldn’t be right to visit here without going for an epic island hopping trip! Get your snorkelling mask ready and swim amongst beautiful coral and adorable turtles. Nemo Point, Turtle Point, and Snake Island are all some famous spots you’ll get to experience first hand. After an adventurous morning and some down time on the scenic beach, head to a turtle volunteer project where you’ll get to release turtles back into the ocean! A wonderful experience. Learn about the importance of turtle conservation and what Sumatra is doing to help the population. This evening, have a dance on the beach with a cocktail in hand, enjoying your last night in Sumatra.

Accommodation: Ricky’s Beach House – Twin Share | Sungai Pinang
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

It’s time to wave goodbye to your travel group as you finish your trip in Padang. Whether you’re staying for a bit longer or continuing your journey, your guide will be happy to help out with any ongoing plans, or check out our other tours for some inspiration!

Cancellation & Refund Policy:
Refunds will be processed according to the following time frames:
Cancellations more than 60 days: Loss of deposit.
Cancellations 60 days of less: 100% of trip cost.

The trip begins in Medan and ends in Sungai Pinang (about an hour south of Padang.)

You will need to fly into Kualanamu International Airport (KNO.)

If you are arriving less than 48 hours before the start of the tour and booked the pre-nights directly with TruTravels at the start hotel, you will get a free airport pickup.

If you are arriving the day of the tour you will also be eligible for an airport pick up.

The closest airport to the end destination is Minangkabau (PDG) Airport.

The accommodation for this trip is all twin share private rooms apart from the nights in a rural homestay!

The currency in Indonesia is Indonesian Rupiah (IDR).

Yes! You’re protected. TruTravels is both ABTA and ATOL registered meaning your money is safe.

Most of the people that join on tour are 18-thirtysomethings! There is an upper age limit of 45 on these tours.

Yes! Let us know when you are booking your trip about any requirements you might have so the team can plan ahead and make sure this doesn’t affect your trip!

Yes, lots of people come on these trips as solo travellers, it’s a great way to meet new people and you’ll never feel alone from the moment you arrive as you will instantly be travelling with an awesome group of likeminded people.

Yes, the majority of travellers will be travelling on their own! Roughly 65% of TruTravellers come solo! These trips are designed specifically with solo travellers in mind, so you can be assured you’ll meet lots of others travelling alone like yourself along the way. This of course doesn’t mean trips are only for solo travellers, but it does mean that you don’t need to worry you’ll be surrounded by a group that already knows each other.