Sumatra Airfares

The Indonesian island of Sumatra, the fifth largest island in the world, is characterised by volcanoes, jungles, mountains, the sea and rice terraces. Its diverse landscape makes it appealing to explorers - and a sense of adventure does help when you’re visiting Sumatra.

Near the agricultural town of Berastagi you’ll find two of the most well known volcanoes on Sumatra – Gunung Sinabung and Gunung Sibayak. Both are easily accessible via a hike and provide an interesting trip to see a volcano in action (Gunung Sibayak regularly smokes); peer into the top of the crater if you dare.

Banda Aceh, in the north, is great for history enthusiasts and buildings such as the Governor’s Residence, built by the Dutch in 1880 and the Baiturrahman Grand Mosque, with its bright white walls and black domes, are well worth exploring. To unwind, try swimming in the lake at the stunning Danau Maninjau.