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Laughing children in Sumatra, Indonesia
People of Sumatra

Children of Sumatra – The Organisation Working to Restore Precious Smiles

When you travel to Sumatra, you’ll be greeted by the smiliest people you’ve ever met. The warm welcome and enthusiasm from the locals (the children

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August 29, 2019 3 Comments
Bukit Lawang Jungle Trekking
Sumatra Jungle Trekking

Bukit Lawang Jungle Trekking – How to Choose an Ethical Guide

Bukit Lawang jungle trekking in Sumatra is one of the most famous ways to see orangutans in the wild. Thousands of tourists flock to this

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July 31, 2019 6 Comments
Solo travel to Sumatra
Sumatra Travel Tips and Advice

Solo Travel to Sumatra Changed My Life: Why I Left NZ to Live in the Jungle in Indonesia.

Before I embarked on solo travel to Sumatra, from the outside looking in, you’d assume I had a pretty good life in New Zealand. In

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July 14, 2019 5 Comments
Lake Toba Panorama
Sumatra Travel Tips and Advice

The 15 Most Awesome Things to do in Lake Toba (An Insider’s List)

It’s not hard to find things to do in Lake Toba. Whether you’re a thrill seeker or a chill seeker, you’ll find something to float

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June 24, 2019 3 Comments
Snorkelling is one of the best things to do in Pulau Weh
Sumatra Destination Guides

The 6 Most Awesome Things to do in Pulau Weh, Sumatra (Sabang)

Sumatra might not be the first place that comes to mind when you picture tropical islands, pristine beaches, snorkeling, and diving – but it should

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April 20, 2019 2 Comments
Sumatran Orangutan
Sumatra Jungle Trekking

Best Place to See Orangutans in Sumatra: Our Top 6 Spots for Sumatran Jungle Trekking

The best place to see orangutans in Sumatra depends partly on your travel style, and majorly on how lucky you are! Although Bukit Lawang is

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January 22, 2019 4 Comments
Tangkahan Sumatra Waterfall
Sumatra Destination Guides

Tangkahan – The Epic Insider’s Guide to Sumatran Jungle Paradise

The village of Tangkahan in the Langkat Regency of North Sumatra is aptly dubbed, “The Hidden Paradise.” Although only a few hours away from the

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January 18, 2019 3 Comments
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