Lake Toba in North Sumatra, Indonesia, is the world’s largest and deepest crater lake. It occupies the caldera of an active Toba supervolcano, which erupted only twice in one million years. Experts consider it a silent ticking bomb, but for many tourists mesmerized by the beauty of the lake and its surrounding views, it’s a premiere destination for a breathtaking tour.

Interestingly, Lake Toba’s gorgeous attractions do not end on the waters alone, although swimming on Samosir Island is a top activity. You may also explore other attractions like the Batak Museum in Tomok Village, Tuktuk Village, Huta Ginjang, and Sipiso-Piso Waterfall. You might also want to time your trip around the Lake Toba Festival, held every September, to experience a glorious celebration of the ancient Batak culture. A taste of the local cuisine is also a must, from its own version of Japan’s sushi called Naniura to its take on the Philippines’ suman through Ombus Ombus, going hungry in Lake Toba is not an option.

Sisingamangaraja XII International Airport (previously Silangit Airport) is your gateway to Lake Toba. It serves major cities and is only 48 kilometers away, easily traversed by land.

1. Ambarita Village & Stone Chair of King Siallagan

Location: Huta Siallagan Siallagan-Pindaraya, Ambarita, Simanindo, Kabupaten Samosir, Sumatera Utara 22395, Indonesia. Save on Google Maps.

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See also: Places to visit in Indonesia | Bali Itinerary | Sights to see in Yogyakarta | Jakarta Attractions

More travel tips coming up! In the meantine, enjoy this quick list of attractions and tourist spots in Lake Toba. To help with your trip planning, I’ve added links to the locations on Google Maps. Feel free to click/tap on the links posted. Then, use the “save” feature on the Google Maps app for easy reference.

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2. Museum Huta Bolon Simanindo

Location: Jl. Pelabuhan Simanindo, Simanindo Sangkal, Simanindo, Kabupaten Samosir, Sumatera Utara 22395, Indonesia. Save on Google Maps.

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4. Sipiso-piso Waterfall

Location: Pengambaten, Merek, Karo Regency, North Sumatra 22173, Indonesia. Save on Google Maps.

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Location: Medan City, North Sumatra, Indonesia. Save on Google Maps.

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