Indonesia | Exploring the Volcanic Wonders of Berastagi š
Tucked away in the highlands of Sumatra, Berastagi is a hidden gem thatās stolen my heartāIāve visited three times, and it never gets old! Just a hop from Medan, this tiny town is cradled by active volcanoes and bursting with wild beauty. š„ Why Berastagi? Mount Sibayak: Hike this active volcano at sunrise! The sulfur vents hiss, the views stretch forever, and the raw power of nature is unreal. (Pro tip: That eggy smell? Pure adventure.) Lau Debuk-Debuk Hot Springs: Soak in turquoise pools surrounded by jungleāyour muscles will thank you after the trek. š¦ Hidden Waterfalls: Chase cascades deep in the emerald forest. (Yes, itās as magical as it sounds šæš§.) š How to Get There: 1ļøā£ Fly into Kualanamu Airport (Medan) (Visa on Arrival available!). 2ļøā£ Grab a taxi via InDriver (cheaper than Grab!) for the 2.5-hour drive to Berastagi. š” Insider Tips: Pack layers! Mornings are crisp, but volcanoes get HOT. Local eats: Try buah markisa (passionfruit) and goreng-goreng (fried snacks) from street stalls. #Berastagi isnāt just a stopāitās a full-blown love affair with the wild. Ready to ditch the crowds? šāØ #IndonesiaTravel #OffTheBeatenPath #VolcanoHiking #Sibayak #HiddenIndonesia #AdventureAwaits