When you’re selecting a holiday destination in Indonesia, does Lake Toba ever cross your mind? The calm, deep blue waters, rolling grassy hills in the backdrop and lazy morning walks with panoramic views can be your perfect destination place, and you can see that at Lake Toba.
Lake Toba is the perfect getaway, especially if you’re a nature enthusiast. Moreover, AirAsia will fly directly to Silangit International Airport. Today, Lake Toba is literally one flight away!
From the time you reach the conclusion of the guide, we would have you convinced that this beautiful gem is your next vacation spot. To get you motivated, here are just 3 incredible things that you never knew about Lake Toba!
- Lake Toba is home to two of Indonesia’s tallest waterfalls
As the first stop, you can go to one of Indonesia’s most fabulous waterfalls called Sipiso-Piso. The waterfalls are on the top of our list because really is nothing like this. Located at the northern edge of Lake Toba at Tongging Village, Sipiso-Piso (which means ‘just like a knife’) waterfall will definitely make you breathless.
The water travels out of a subterranean river into a deep gorge and falls out of 120-meters high! Don’t be afraid to get closer to the waterfall — it may be a really long stroll down the man-made staircase. However, you wouldn’t need to miss out on the experience.
- You’ll find Lots of unique Insta-worthy spots around Lake Toba
Lake Toba is incredibly vast that it is not possible to receive an overarching view of it — but you could always try. There’s just so many scenic places to stop by for that stunning glimpse of Lake Toba! Like this unique screening deck at Bukit Indah, that’s perfect for the quirky group shot you need to commemorate your Lake Toba adventure.
For a change of scenery, make sure to stop by this hot giant birds nest in Nantampukmas for a beautiful photograph with rolling, green hills in the background. And this is just one of several other photo spots the locals built to attract tourists. As you await the sun to set, warm yourself up with a cup of java!
- Lake Toba is home to the Batak people
Lake Toba is the home to the friendly natives, the Batak, an ethnic group predominantly found in North Sumatra. As you research the lakeside cities, you are going to see their smiling faces, traditionally colorful clothes and houses (with roofs curving up at the conclusion!)
The best way to explore this beautiful region of the planet is by leasing an ojek (motorbike) or car. Just envision the wind in your face and taking in the majestic view below along with your friends.