Tourist attractions around Berastagi are relatively close by and easy to get to by public transportation, except for Mountain climbing. There are tourist accommodations, bus station, means of communication, medical services, and cultural attractions.

Sibayak Volcano

This is an active volcano 2,172 m above sea level. The ascent passes through thick tropical forestand dangerous cliffs.

From the mountain peak climbers can look down into the crater which is still actively producing lava. They can also see the beautiful scenery them. From Berastagi to the place where you start climbing at the village of Jaranguda it is about 1.5 km or 15 km from the village of Raja Berneh, and it takes about 2-3 hours to climb the mountain. The temperature at the peak is about 18ŸC.

Sinabung  Volcano

Sinabung Volcano is 2,417m above sea level.the ascent passes through tropical forest and difficult cliffs. There is a camp ground at the top. From the top, climbers can also see the crater which still actively produces lava. We can also see the beautiful scenery. It is about 30 km from Berastagi tho the place where you start climbing which begins at Lau Kawar village and Mardinding village and takes about 4 hours.

Bukit Gundaling (Gundaling Hill)

This hill is full of shade trees and flowers. Ever since the Dutch colonial era, it has been a well-known place for recreation for young people, families, and tourists.

From the top of the hill we can see the scenic view of Sibayak volcano and the town of Berastagi. It is 2 km from Berastagi to Bukit Gundaling. You can get there bye public transportation.

Sipiso-piso waterfall

The water at sipiso-piso falls for about 120 meters. In the background there is a beautiful view of Lake Toba, the surrounding hills, the blueish landscape of Samosir Island, and the spread-out rice and agricultural fields. It is about 35 km from Berastagi to Sipiso-piso. Visitors can get there by public transportation.

Sikulikap Waterfall

This waterfall drops about 30 meters and produces natural serene sounds. It is surrounded by tropical forst where gibbons can be heard and seen hanging in the trees. There are also a lot of colorful butterflies. It is about 11 km from berastagi to Sikulikap waterfall. Visitors coming from Medan can stop on the road and walk about 800 meters to reach the waterfall.

Lake Kawar

This is lake about 200 Hectares in size. On one side of the lake is a tropical mountain forest and on the other side is a 3 Hectare camping ground. Adventurous tourists can climb cliffs and also hike to the top of Sinabung mountain through thick jungle. It is about 27 km from Berastagi to Lake Kawar. We can get there by using local transportation, passing through villages and plantations.

Lau Debuk-debuk

The primary tourist attraction here is a hot spring, its water contains sulphur which is good for curing skin problems. Sometimes there is a ritual ceremony at this place known as Erpangir Ku Lau (ritual bathing) aiming to clean the body from evil curses. It is located about 10 km from Berastagi and you can get there by public transportation.

Air Panas Semangat Gunung (Semangat Mountain Hot Springs)

This is a bathing place with natural hot water which comes from the earth is professionally managed as a swimming pool. The temperature can be adjusted according to the tourists’ wishes. The water contains sulfur which is good for skin problems. The location is about 13 km from Berastagi and can be reached by bus.

Taman Hutan Raya Bukit Barisan (National Botanical Garden of Bukit Barisan)

This is tourist attraction is located in a forested area and covers about 8 Hectares. It is full of tropical forest trees more than 60 years old. It also has elephants which are used for carrying tourists around the park. It is about 5 km from Berastagi to this place and can be reached by bus.

Goa Liang Dahar (Liang Dahar Cave)

This cave has three large caverns and several other smaller ones. The first large cavern is 500m² in size. The second is about 400m² and the third is about 300m². there is a source of water in this cave which flows through a small tunnel to Desa Bekerah (Bekerah village). It is about 40 km from Berastagi  to Lau Buluh by car and about another 30 minutes from Lau Buluh on foot.

Goa Lingling Gara (Lingling Gara Cave)

This cave is unique in that it has naturally formed tables and chairs. It used to be a place of protection and rest for hunters who were being chased by wild animals. It is 100 km by bus from Berastagi to this place and then a one hour walk from Desa Mardinding

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