First of all, Lake Toba is a historic and scenic destination in Sumatra, Indonesia, South East Asia. The lake emerged as a result of the largest volcanic eruption ever to occur on earth 74,000 years ago. The blast formed a caldera that was later filled in by water, flora, and fauna. It is excellent for a holiday, whether you are looking for tranquility or adventure. Second of all, Lake Toba is the biggest volcanic lake surrounded by picturesque mountains of Sumatra. The landscape presents amazing views from any direction you see it. Finally, Lake Toba offers trekking into the protected rainforest to see wildlife including tigers, elephants, and orangutans.

Asia’s largest budget carrier AirAsia will fly directly from Kuala Lumpur to Silangit International Airport near Lake Toba in North Sumatra province from Oct 28, a move officials say will boost Indonesia’s plan to develop the lake as one of its 10 New Balis.

The Malaysia-based airline will fly four times a week from the Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2 to Silangit, one of the key gateways to the scenic volcanic lake.

The move will make AirAsia the second airline to offer direct international flights to the Lake Toba airport. Indonesia’s state-owned airline Garuda Indonesia opened a Singapore-Silangit flight service in October last year.