Bukit Indah Simarjarunjung is a hill that presents unique views of Lake Toba, one of which is from a tree, located in the district of Dolok Pardamean, Simalungun. It is about 1.5 hours from Parapat or 5 hours from Medan. To see it on the map, click here.
You can camp at this location now. Here visitors can camp using their own tent or rent a tent on the spot. Bukit Indah Simarjarunjung provides tents ranging from two people up to six people. Camping Bukit Indah Simarjarunjung is open every day. However, visitors who want to camp must still make reservations in advance.
When camping in Bukit Indah Simarjarunjung, visitors don’t need to worry because there are various facilities such as bathrooms and stalls. Apart from camping, visitors can also enjoy selfie rides. Here there are lots of photo spots that visitors can enjoy.
What’s Special
The most exciting part of this spot is that you can directly look at Lake Toba while being surrounded by a green row of hills. You will feel the cold and fresh air when visiting the area. There is a so-called tree of love. A heart-shaped pad is mounted in the middle of the tree to look sensational. Many visitors come to this location before dawn or in the afternoon because they want to chase the sunrise or the sunset.
What to Enjoy
Bukit Indah Simarjarujung is no stranger to the world of tourism. That’s where visitors can relax and enjoy the charm of Lake Toba from a height. Vegetation and various types of pine forests add to the beautiful location. There are also various spots to take pictures on this hill.
The panorama represents the combination of beautiful waters and special contemporary spots. For example, the cool air and green natural scenery make this area preferred by various groups such as young people who like photography and couples who want to spend their honeymoon.
There are also various views such as the expanse of rice fields, tea ranches and coffee plantations around the beautiful Simarjarunjung hill.
What to Expect
The weather can sometimes get cold and windy, so bring a sweater or jacket. Entrance to the hill is free. You only pay Rp 5,000 ($0.40) / person for getting on the tree of love.
What Visitors Say
“A must visit place, with beautiful view and fresh air. Very recommended.” Dunan Okto Sihotang (Source)
“The view is very good and recommended for those who like photos.” Lisa Odillia (Source)
“Good scenery view of Lake Toba from the top and from the other side. Got some good photo spots too but you need to pay in order to take photos there and it costs around Rp 5.000,-/person. Don’t forget to bring your best equipment for the best result.” Roderick Samuel Halim (Source)
“The beautiful hill of Simarjarunjung is an area that has instagramable hits nowadays, namely photo spots that look really high and it seems as if we have activities in the sky (you know what I mean, right? Hahah).” gaeguristory (Source)
“The air temperature in this place is always cool and the breeze from the lake makes the temperature feel cooler. In Bukit Indah there are also several places to enjoy hot or cold drinks. There are also snacks sold so you don’t have to worry about being thirsty or hungry, as long as you have cash, of course.” lexyleksono (Source)
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