Toba Samosir

Toba Samosir

Things to do - general

 

¤ Toba Samosir (also called Tobasa) is a regency on the southeastern shore of Lake Toba. Balige is the capital city of Tobasa. Other towns among others are Parmonangan and Sitorang. To see it on the map, click here.

On Wednesday 28 December 2022, the Regent of Samosir, represented by Acting. Regional Secretary Waston Simbolon, accompanied by Head of Culture and Tourism Office Tetty Naibaho and Head of Nainggolan Sub-district Tino Luhut Uli Nainggolan and Forkopimca of Nainggolan sub-district officially opened the Sipinggan Local Jamming Festival which was held by the Culture and Tourism Office of Samosir Regency on Sipinggan beach, Nainggolan District.

The Sipinggan Local Jamming Festival activity presents various types of competitions that visitors can take part in, starting from volleyball competitions, storytelling, solo vocal competitions for the elderly, standup motivation, Mardoton drag, Sipinggan live murals, and photo moment competitions.

What’s Special

Toba Samosir is home to Batak Kingdom’s history and cultural heritage. For example, the Tomb of King Sisingamangaraja XII, the national hero, is in this region. The tomb is a regular venue for paying tribute to the late king. The world’s largest Batak museum, called TB Silalahi Batam Museum, is in Tobasa, too. The museum hosts more than 1,000 artifacts, tools, and instruments.

There are also dozens of lake destinations in Toba Samosir, and the beaches has several camping grounds. It also has clear water, perfect for those who like to swim and dive. The village nearby has some food stalls that offer goldfish and other fish fresh from the lake. Local cooks turn it into various types of cuisine such as arsik and tombur.

Points of Interest

Below is the list of some points of interest in Toba Samosir:

Natural sites

  1. Ajibata Beach
  2. Asahan River
  3. Balige City
  4. Bulbul Beach
  5. Garden of Eden 100
  6. Gibeon Waterfall
  7. Sigura Gura Waterfall
  8. Situmurun Waterfall
  9. Tarabunga
  10. Toba Nomadic Escape

Cultural sites

  1. T. B. Silalahi Batak Museum
  2. Tomb of King Sisingamangaraja XII

Select Toba Samosir as your travel destination if you wish to visit Lake Toba and the above attractions. See all destinations.

Country Indonesia
Area (km2)2,352.4 (908 sq mi)

Restaurants

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Cafés

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Aman's Guesthouse

Aman's Guesthouse

Jl. Lingkar Tuktuk, Tuktuk 22395, Toba Samosir
Aman’s Guesthouse offers numerous on-site facilities to satisfy even the most discerning guest More info
Aquino Marito Homestay RedPartner

Aquino Marito Homestay RedPartner

Jl. Pemandian, Lumban Silintong, Kec. Balige 22312, Toba Samosir
Aquino Marito Homestay RedPartner offers guests a stress-free stay. Never be out of touch with your More info
Damar Toba

Damar Toba

Jl. Pemandian No. 94, Desa Lumban Silintong, Balige, Toba Samosir
Damar Toba is strategically located on the southern shores of Lake Toba, as it can be reached in 40 More info
Darma Agung Beach Hotel

Darma Agung Beach Hotel

Jl. Sipora-pora No. 4 Girsang, Parapat, Toba Samosir
Darma Agung Beach Hotel conveniently situated in the Parapat. This property puts you close to attrac More info
Grand Mareda Hotel

Grand Mareda Hotel

Jl. Pasar Melintang, Aruan, Kec. Balige 22312, Toba Samosir
Grand Mareda Hotel is a budget hotel. With a relatively low price, Grand Mareda Hotel still prioriti More info
Hotel Lingga Mas

Hotel Lingga Mas

Jl. Sisingamangaraja No. 184, Parapat, Kec. Girsang Sipangan Bolon 21174, Toba Samosir
Hotel Lingga Mas is located at Simalungun, a regency in North Sumatra known for its amazing natural More info
Hotel Nabasa

Hotel Nabasa

Jl. Siliwangi No. 8, Kec. Balige, Toba Samosir
Hotel Nabasa, is not only located within easy reach of various places of interest for your adventure More info
Hotel Olibert Parapat Ajibata RedPartner

Hotel Olibert Parapat Ajibata RedPartner

Jl. Perintis Kemerdekaan No.19 Parapat 21174, Toba Samosir
Hotel Olibert Parapat Ajibata RedPartner is one of the hotels in Toba Samosir which is equipped with More info
Hubers Hotel

Hubers Hotel

Aruan, Laguboti, Toba Samosir
Hubers Hotel, set in Laguboti. Bar & Resto features a garden, terrace, bar, and free WiFi throug More info
Judita Cottage

Judita Cottage

Jl. Lingkar, Tuktuk Siadong, Tuk Tuk 22395, Toba Samosir
Judita Cottage is the smartest choice for you who are looking for affordable accommodation with outs More info
Labersa Toba Hotel & Convention Centre

Labersa Toba Hotel & Convention Centre

Saribu Raja Janji Maria, Balige, Toba Samosir
Labersa Toba Hotel & Convention Center is one of the 4-star hotels that are ready to provide the More info
OYO 90645 Karisma Residence

OYO 90645 Karisma Residence

Jl. SM Raja No. 242B, Balige I, Kec. Balige 22312, Toba Samosir
OYO 90645 Karisma Residence makes sure you get the best out of your stay. With a wide range of servi More info
OYO 91058 Albid Toba Hotel Syariah

OYO 91058 Albid Toba Hotel Syariah

Jl, Sibola Hotangsas, Kec. Balige 22312, Toba Samosir
OYO 91058 Albid Toba Hotel Syariah is highly recommended for backpackers who want to get an affordab More info
Patra Parapat

Patra Parapat

Jl Pertamina Siuhan, Parapat 21174, Toba Samosir
Patra Parapat offers impeccable service and all the essential amenities to travelers. Never be out o More info
Pondok Berata Dapdap

Pondok Berata Dapdap

Tara Bunga, Tampahan 22312, Toba Samosir
Pondok Berata Dapdap is situated in Balige. All units include a fully equipped kitchenette, allowing More info
Sapadia Villa Balige

Sapadia Villa Balige

Jl. Sutomo, Kel. Sangkar Nihuta, Balige 22312, Toba Samosir
Sapadia Villa Balige is the ideal choice for you who are looking for comfortable yet affordable acco More info
Saulina Resort

Saulina Resort

Jl. Aek Rangat, Kota Pangururan 22392, Toba Samosir
Saulina Resort excellent services and superior facilities make your stay unforgettable. Free interne More info
Sere Nauli Hotel

Sere Nauli Hotel

Jl. Sisingamangaraja No. 1, Laguboti 22381, Toba Samosir
Sere Nauli Hotel is a splendid choice for you who are seeking a luxurious treat for your holiday. Ge More info
Star Beach Hotel

Star Beach Hotel

Jl. Justin Sirat, Ajibata, Parapat, Toba Samosir
Star Beach Hotel is highly recommended for backpackers who want to get an affordable stay yet comfor More info
Tiara Bunga Hotel

Tiara Bunga Hotel

Jl. Raya TaraBunga, Tara Bunga, Kec. Tampahan 22312, Toba Samosir
Tiara Bunga Hotel is located in the city of Tampahan.  A 24-hour front desk is available to serve yo More info
Tuk Tuk Timbul Bungalows

Tuk Tuk Timbul Bungalows

Jl. Lingkar Tuktuk, Tuk Tuk 22395, Toba Samosir
Tuk Tuk Timbul Bungalows is located in Tuktuk. Guests are bound to have a stress-free stay. Keep up More info
1D Balige and TB Silalahi Museum (Private Tour)

1D Balige and TB Silalahi Museum (Private Tour)

Toba Samosir
Visit Balige, home to Lake Toba cultural artifacts. They include TB Silallahi Batak Museum and the T More info
1D Flexible Tour of Lake Toba (Private Tour)

1D Flexible Tour of Lake Toba (Private Tour)

Medan City, Toba Samosir, Samosir, Simalungun, Langkat, Karo, Dairi, North Tapanuli, Humbahas
We offer a flexible full-day tour to attractions of your choice on Lake Toba. Ask your private drive More info
3D2N Asahan River

3D2N Asahan River

Toba Samosir
Asahan River is the main outflow of Lake Toba and a famous location of international rafting activit More info
3D2N Samosir - Berastagi – Lake Toba – Medan (Private Tour)

3D2N Samosir - Berastagi – Lake Toba – Medan (Private Tour)

Medan City, Toba Samosir, Samosir, Simalungun, Karo
Enjoy the Samosir island and Berastagi on this trip with the best experience of Lake Toba. Also, vis More info
4D3N Balige - Samosir - Berastagi - Medan (Private Tour)

4D3N Balige - Samosir - Berastagi - Medan (Private Tour)

Medan City, Toba Samosir, Simalungun, Karo, North Tapanuli, Humbahas
Experience a 4-day 3-night trip in a private tour to Balige, Samosir, Berastagi, and Medan. You will More info
4D3N Lake Toba - Bahorok (Private Tour)

4D3N Lake Toba - Bahorok (Private Tour)

Samosir, Toba Samosir, Karo, Langkat, Simalungun
Experience a 4-day, 3-night trip to Lake Toba, Parapat, Samosir Island, Berastagi, Bahorok, and Meda More info
4D3N Lake Toba, Taman Simalem & Medan (Private Tour)

4D3N Lake Toba, Taman Simalem & Medan (Private Tour)

Medan City, Toba Samosir, Samosir, Simalungun, Karo
Explore Lake Toba from its landmarks. Spend one night each at Samosir, Taman Simalem, and Medan. Hig More info
4D3N Medan Lake Toba (Private Tour)

4D3N Medan Lake Toba (Private Tour)

Medan City, Toba Samosir, Simalungun, Karo
Explore Lake Toba and Medan. Spend 1 night at Parapat, 1 night at Berastagi, and 1 night in Medan Ci More info
5D4N Lake Toba Ring Road (Private Tour)

5D4N Lake Toba Ring Road (Private Tour)

Toba Samosir, Samosir, Simalungun, Karo, Dairi, North Tapanuli, Humbahas
One way to be a master of Lake Toba is by making a circle journey around the lake. It’s shorel More info
5D4N LakeToba - Berastagi Highland & Bahorok (Private Tour)

5D4N LakeToba - Berastagi Highland & Bahorok (Private Tour)

Samosir, Toba Samosir, Karo, Langkat, Simalungun
This 5-day 4-night trip is the best LakeToba tour package if you want to cover Lake Toba, Berastagi More info
6D5N North Sumatra Highlights (Private Tour)

6D5N North Sumatra Highlights (Private Tour)

Samosir, Toba Samosir, Karo, Langkat
Price per person from US$ 941
This Lake Toba tour will cover many things. They include Samosir Island, Batak king’s residenc More info
7D6N Bukit Lawang & LakeToba (Private Tour)

7D6N Bukit Lawang & LakeToba (Private Tour)

Samosir, Toba Samosir, Langkat, Simalungun
This diverse Bukit Lawang and Lake Toba tour will take you from busy city life to the dense jungle a More info
9D8N Bukit Lawang, Tangkahan & LakeToba (Private Tour)

9D8N Bukit Lawang, Tangkahan & LakeToba (Private Tour)

Samosir, Toba Samosir, Karo, Langkat
Embark on a nine-day and eight–night exclusive tour of Bukit Lawang, Tangkahan, and Lake Toba. Bukit More info

Unfortunately there are no car rental offers at this location at the moment.