Hotels in North Sumatra, Indonesia

North Sumatra, on Indonesia's Sumatra island, has a tropical climate with a dry season from May to September and a wet season from October to April, but it's famous for Lake Toba, the world's largest volcanic lake, and the Batak culture. During the dry months, you can trek through Bukit Lawang's rainforest to spot orangutans or go white-water rafting on the Bohorok River, while the wet season is perfect for visiting traditional Batak villages around Lake Toba, where you'll see their unique peaked roofs and stone graves. If you're into history, check out the Siallagan Stone Dance Site in Samosir Island, where you can see ancient stone chairs used for royal trials.