A journey to Indonesia's hidden Gem: Lake Toba

I recently had the pleasure of visiting Lake Toba and Samosir Island, and it was truly a trip of a lifetime! From the breathtaking natural beauty of the lake to the fascinating culture of the Batak people, this trip had something for everyone. ☀️🤗 First, let me start with Lake Toba itself. 🌴This is the largest volcanic lake in the world, and it is absolutely stunning. The water is crystal clear and the scenery is simply breathtaking. We spent hours just sitting by the shore and enjoying the peaceful atmosphere.🥑🥥🥭 🚣But Lake Toba isn't just a pretty sight - it's also a great place for activities. The highlight of the trip was visiting Samosir Island. This is an island in the middle of the volcano Lake, Lake Toba, and it is home to the Batak people. The Batak have a rich and fascinating culture. We visited traditional Batak villages, such as Siallagan and Tomok where you can experience Batak music and performances and that’s also the place where you can buy Batak souvenirs such as wooden sculptures, Batak instruments and clothes.🏊💚🌴 There are a lot of Home Stays, Bungalows or Hotels mainly around Tuk Tuk area, which is the lively tourist area. One of the best and most authentic plays to stay is Tuk-Tuk Timbul, it is not directly located in the middle of the lively touristic Tuk-Tuk area, but it lays on the way (by foot around 15-20min and by motorbike around 5min).☀️☀️ tuition's Timbul is such a gem, peaceful, your bungalow is directly in front of the lake for morning dips and the people are so friendly. Perfect place if you want to reflect, find inspiration and do Yoga.🧘🏻‍♀️ 😍Overall, I highly recommend a trip to Lake Toba and Samosir Island. The natural beauty of the lake is unmatched, and the opportunity to learn about the Batak culture is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Whether you're looking for a relaxing vacation or an adventure-filled trip, this destination has something for everyone. 😍😘 #mytripvlog #celebratewithtrip #volcaniclandscapes #supervolcano #islandtravel #adventure #wonderfulindonesia