Tarutung, North Andalas

Natural beauty is cool and fun

Lake Toba

If your visit to Lake Toba, you may be surprised to find the lake is more like the ocean than the lake. The atmosphere is cool and refreshing, beautiful scenery and charming, with mountains that surround this area may make you feel at home. Samosir Island is located proudly in the middle of the island. In the midst of Samosir, there was the lake again, adding to the uniqueness of this resort.
Lake Toba is about 1700 square meters with a depth of approximately 450 meters. Located 906 meters above sea level, this place is a paradise for many interesting plants. Some people who enjoy the scenery of sunrise and sunset in this region say that Lake Toba makes them forget all their problems - even though for a while.

Getting There 
By using a rental car from the city of Medan, Parapat you can reach in less than 4 hours. Parapat is located about 185 kilometers away from the capital of North Sumatra. You can also use the bus or join a tour to visit this lake.

Where to Stay 
Numerous inns and hotels is available at Parapat. Some hotels even provide facilities like swimming pool and jacuzzi to pamper its guests.

Tour
You can go by boat to reach Samosir Island.

Dining Guide
Many restaurants are established in this area. You can also sample local food at the hotel or inn.

Souvenir
Souvenirs like T shirts, hats, key chains, and so can you buy in Medan, Parapat, or on the island of Samosir. At Tuk Tuk you can buy handicrafts typical of the Batak tribe unique - for example ulos, unique carvings, Batak calendar, traditional musical instruments, and so forth.

Things to See or Do
You can swim in the lake, or climb the boat around the lake. You can also visit Samosir Island to see the traditional house of Batak kings of ancient times were the king's tomb in the territory of Tomok. Golf courses are also available for those fond of this one sport.

Tips
- Bring a jacket and hat. This place is probably pretty cool for some people.
- Bring your swimsuit and your sports equipment.