There are two lakes on this island with the nickname Lake on the Lake
The natural wealth of North Sumatra tourism is no doubt. A wide variety of attractions you can explore in this land area. Starting from the vastness of the sea, the beauty of the beach, the magic of caves, culture, to history. Not only that, the island that also stretches within the mainland of Sumatra is also worthy of your admiration. One of the most popular is Samosir Island. Samosir Island is located in North Sumatra, right in the middle of Lake Toba. If you leave for Medan by plane, travel from Polonia Airport to Samosir Island will spend about 4 to 5 hours traveling by road. Arriving at the site, your fatigue will be paid with the perfection of the natural scenery owned by Samosir.
The scenic beauty of Samosir Island in North Sumatra will sedate you for a moment. How come? A beautiful volcanic island lies in the middle of Lake Toba, which is also the largest lake in Southeast Asia. You will find cool and fresh air during your stay in this North Sumatra tourist attractions. Samosir itself is one of the regencies in North Sumatra Province. Your adventure in Samosir Sumatera will be tinged with distinctive ripples from each sub-district with each magnet. For domestic nature lovers, the name of Samosir Island must be familiar.
Not only natural attractions are offered, you will also be served historical tours that still feel the feel of culture. Some of them are like watching the Sigale-gale show (in Tomok), traveling around Huta Bolon Museum, visiting King Sidabutar's Tomb, and Parsidangan Stone uniqueness. When you look around, it will appear as every inch of the edge of the island of Samosir Sumatra is lined by the clear waters of Lake Toba is so vast. So fabulous! Still not enough? You can wander for a moment at Goa Marlakkop, relax in the hot springs, and much more.
Enchantment of the island in the middle of the lake with a height of 1000 mdpl this makes it a 'must' visit for tourists, both domestic and foreign. Do not be surprised if you want to return to this place, when you are already at home. Samosir Island was formed after the volcanic eruption 75 thousand years ago. And the event not only formed the island of Samosir, but also the overall geographical conditions. Volcanic eruptions have also formed two lakes on the island of Samosir, namely Lake Sidihoni and Lake Aek Natonang, both of which got the nickname as a lake that is above the lake (Lake Toba). Lake Sidihoni and Lake Aek Natonang are both beautiful panorama and the water is clear.
There is plenty of access to Samosir Island. For those of you who are bored with the road trip, do not worry. There are three waterways through Lake Toba, including through Ajibata Harbor to Tomok Port, through Tigaras to Simanindo and also from Muara to Nainggolan. Especially for the route through Muara to Nainggolan, the Ferry only operates on Monday, Thursday and Saturday. Travel overland to the island in the middle of the lake you can travel through the bridge built during the Dutch period. This travel option will take you through Tele Road, which connects Samosir with Humbang Hasundutan District. If you decide to enjoy the ride by driving yourself be sure to stay alert, because the road is quite slippery and twisted although overall it is paved.
In terms of cost, the most prominent is the cost in the use of means of transportation. For Ferry ships, the payment depends on passenger capacity. The cost will be even greater if you participate across the four-wheeled vehicles. Ferry price for access Ajibata to Tomok is Rp.91.500 including four-wheeled cars and all passengers. The same count applies also to Ferry through Simanindo access to Tigara, only a slightly higher price of Rp95,000. As for the access option from Nainggolan to Muara is charged Rp.99.000. Even so, the dollars you spend will be paid off with the unspoiled beauty of the natural heaven of Samosir Island.
Samosir Island is constantly evolving from time to time. So you will be served with various facilities and conveniences. Starting from the lodging offered at a relatively affordable price, which ranges from Rp.50.000 to Rp.200.000, like Pandu Lak Side Hotel Tuktuk. A variety of culinary menu typical of Batak tribe, tourism center, and the existence of ATM in the capital Samosir (Pangururan City) so you do not need to bring cash in large numbers.
Source: https://ksmtour.com/informasi/tempat-wisata/sumatera-utara/pulau-samosir-indahnya-wisata-tengah-danau-toba-sumatera-utara.html
