Buy me a coffee: bit.ly/3Le6Ex8 PART 1: Medan Surprise: kzitem.info/news/bejne/wKivp2uwpmKdeIY PART 2: Road To Toba: kzitem.info/news/bejne/qpWmk4SCiqFmdoI PART 3: Tuk Tuk Samosir: kzitem.info/news/bejne/ppV-tWiIf6Vkpqg PART 4: TOP Beach in Asia: kzitem.info/news/bejne/u4t7y3prqnt5ZqQ PART 5: Kaldera Escape! kzitem.info/news/bejne/uqJtwJuDpGZnfm0 Flights: bit.ly/3STHLvf Hotels: www.agoda.com/hotels-near-lake-toba/attractions/pematangsiantar-id.html?cid=1898974 Happy SideTrips all Cheers, STL
@ExploringSumatra
Жыл бұрын
14:55 YES this is the most charming village I've ever laid eyes upon haha. My Indonesian husband and I moved here in April last year to live permanently (after dreaming about it for a decade) and still wake up every day in awe. Every day, we get on our little pink scooter and just drive around Tuk Tuk - and every day we say the same thing: how beautiful it is and how we can't believe we get to live here! Roy's Pub is the best little pub in the world - we go there every Friday for acoustic music (sometimes on Saturdays, but that gets a bit rowdier!) And Coffee2Go has lovely coffee and is run by the nicest Batak woman, Lamtiar. Love seeing Tuk Tuk through your eyes - it looks so peaceful! A different story over Christmas and New Year's, when the village is rather chaotic, but still gorgeous. Can't wait to see your next one! Horas!
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
Thanks/mauliate/makasih! Btw, any looking in wanting to see Sumatra from a local perspective, pls see Agung & Carly's channel!
@ghostwolfx
10 ай бұрын
that's awesome, may i ask whats it costing you guys to live there each month, and did you buy a home? Also, do you feel you can get everything on the island itself, or do you need trips to the mainland a lot? I'm looking at these different locations in SE Asia and so many look incredible, but something about this lake village stands out to me among them, almost like a mountains vibe mixed with a beach vibe with seemingly great weather and nice people. More chill than the big beach spots, hard to believe almost how calming and relaxing it seems...
@Goeker
Жыл бұрын
Wow! I can't believe this place isn't chock-full of tourists. Such a beauty with such affordable prices... A total gem find. Thank you mate. Great video...
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Does get busier especially on long weekends but still a complete gem
@suryatobing
9 ай бұрын
probably it's not long holiday (peak season), that's why looks very few of tourists.
@HighlyCompelling
Жыл бұрын
Very cool!. I was planning a trip to Indonesia and Toba is on my list now, along with Flores and Lombok. Biggest eruption in Human History Boom!
@thehans-hans9196
Жыл бұрын
Sumatra barat (Sumbar) natural (Padang) beautiful
@paulhunt8743
Жыл бұрын
what a beautiful true gentleman that guide was,someone you could sit an talk with for hrs
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
Couldn't agree more. Most enjoyable encounter I've had on my travels. Wonderful Gent.
@shirleyboy8859
Жыл бұрын
I always watch till the end STL.... I don`t want to miss anything..... One Month?? It would be a pleasure to stay there for a Month.... What an Amazing place to visit....In fact, what an Amazing place to live!!... Stunning.... You Keep impressing me with the places you find.... Have a Fantastic 2023..... :-)))
@douglaspettey6174
Жыл бұрын
"Watched to the end!" I am very grateful for your videos showing me places I didn't even know I didn't know. You are helping me make decisions about my later years. Thank you!
@karltraveldude7817
Жыл бұрын
Glad you did not let your head get away form you !! LOL/555 What super island and kind people , thank you for sharing !
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
lol two feet on ground, as always
@bungelonlevel2862
Жыл бұрын
wow the view like paradise
@danmcdonagh8924
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for talking and letting us other Canadians, understand what is what so we can understand what is going on. Thanks. Dan in Edmonton ,Alberta Canada.
@paulgalea638
Жыл бұрын
Wow, what an amazing location! Looks like the perfect place to chill and zone out. Enjoy :)
@55555711
Жыл бұрын
that view so beautiful
@grahamfraser5938
4 ай бұрын
Absolutely gorgeous place and people. Love it
@SideTripLife
4 ай бұрын
It really is & they really are, love Lake Toba so much
@andy-travels2345
Жыл бұрын
hi super nice place,, very friendly people.. 👍😀
@bill1806
Жыл бұрын
Wow, what an oasis of calm and beautiful sounds of nature at its finest. Your endeavours to bring us this wonderful world with amazing commentary are truly appreciated. ❤️
@hendriklahiwu1145
Жыл бұрын
What a tour it is. Someday I must be there.
@pushkarrules2008
2 ай бұрын
Nice. I was there in 1984 & 1988 of coutse it changed a lot. But still beautiful.
@SideTripLife
2 ай бұрын
I hope it retains its charm despite new roads and airport expansion. I too just love Lake Toba
@foxtrotnow
Жыл бұрын
Heaven on Earth... WOW! Great video, and so entertaining. Thanks for sharing. 😉
@glenturner6114
Жыл бұрын
The rooftop is incredible
@angcil88
Жыл бұрын
Damn Indonesia is so beautiful, if only we have world class infrastructure across the country ❤️
@NickyDunn
Жыл бұрын
Hiya STL. Great tour around. Another lovely place to stay. Great to see the drone footage. Great to hear the history. Cool cravings. Bless those people running to get out of your shot. Lovely people. So friendly. Great video. I always watch till the end. Liked and shared.
@jesusiscomingsoon625
9 ай бұрын
thats amazing place..
@LV12800
Жыл бұрын
WOW...JUST WOW...what a paradise!!! ❤
@heatherdavies1894
Жыл бұрын
Definitely watched to the end as always, the birdsong is lovely, could just sit and listen for hours and views are STUNNING 😍. Look forward to the next video, thanks for taking us along 👍🏻
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for coming along :)
@amandastatham2942
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely watched to the end! In your previous vid, I thought, "this is really beautiful, but what is there to do?" This vid answered my question. Loved the museum - how fascinating! And the village is so charming with heaps of great places to eat, drink and relax. I think this might be the hidden gem (at least for westerners) that I've been searching for. Thanks so much for sharing ❤️
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
Thx! More things to do, wait til you see next vid...
@thehans-hans9196
Жыл бұрын
Sumbar Padang beautiful paradise
@MaegicDude
Жыл бұрын
love that place. Thanks for all you are sharing. Putting it on my bucket list.
@simplyyank1119
Жыл бұрын
You really have talent in making videos STL, another beautiful and informative vlog, Thanks,,
@premanando127
Жыл бұрын
Nice place + nice quiet
@raptorsfanjourney19
Жыл бұрын
Your Vlogs keep getting better and better! love them my man!
@elanaazhaarin7585
Жыл бұрын
Im an Indonesian myself looking for information about Toba Lake and couldn't find one thats as informative as yours. Thankyou for making this video. You're awsome❤
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
Such a nice compliment, thank you :)
@andrewrobinson2565
Жыл бұрын
That heart monitor bird 🐦 must get old quickly 🤔. Superb video though.😀+1
@TupaidanTikus
Ай бұрын
Toba Lake is so lovely!
@5ayes12
Жыл бұрын
I haven't watched all of your vids but this is my favourite locale thus far thanks for this and keep up the excellent work.Will you be going for a swim in the lake I am curious as to water temp ,cleanliness and the presence of aquatic nasty creatures like ogopogo
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
Thank you. Yes and the water temp is a lovely 24-ish (mid 70's) so absolutely perfect. Not like say Phuket etc 85F/29C. Also being such a vast lake the water is pretty clear plus constant fresh water inflow/outflow
@azharidris7092
Жыл бұрын
i hope you will go to Padang and do a video on Minangkabau culture.. their royal architecture is truly unique and quite spectacular.. you have a good eye for architecture.. those batak motifs on those batak building are almost similar to the indigenous people of Sarawak and Sabah state in malaysia several thousand mile to the east.. i also notice those polygonol stone construction.. i do wonder what connection they have with south America ancient civilisation.. fascinating indeed..
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
LOVE Padang food (see in next vid;) and absolutely will visit upcoming. Connections... actually in the scene with the Batak 'totem pole' I talked about Thor Heyerdahl's amazing Kon-Tiki expedition in 1947 seeking such connections (but as this vid was already so long that bit ended up on the cutting room floor in my edit...)
@LEObondTraveller
Жыл бұрын
Spectacular. Vibing through the Vibrosphere. Love it.
@lizcarlyle2477
Жыл бұрын
Hello from CA & banyak terima kasha 4 amazing video of Lake Toba! It will be my 1st place to visit when i return 2 Indonesia! Did you meet Carly & Agung? Really clear, sharp vlog from GoPro? 🤟
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
Mauliate/Makasih! Didn't see Carly & Agung but they've commented kindly (thx guys;) and any looking in wanting to see lovely Lake Toba from a local perspective, check out their wonderful channel
@lizcarlyle2477
Жыл бұрын
@@SideTripLife Just, "Wow"!!!!!
@billblunden1549
Жыл бұрын
Awesome Sidetrip.
@wannyfairy7993
Жыл бұрын
We love your stops and I always watch till the end because the scenery is so beautiful and don't want to miss it.
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@walterdavey4196
Жыл бұрын
Great. I'm going to bring my family to toba in october, this vid will be good to show them. Have you considered one on the Jungle at Tangkahan. Thanks
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
Sounds nice! Enjoy Toba with your family. Jungle trek upcoming actually.
@airsejuk4ever
Жыл бұрын
Great and wonderful place, thanks for your video
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
It really is, thanks for watching
@Aspenglade
Жыл бұрын
Of course I watched to the end! I love your vids man! Is nice to see other parts of Indonesia since I didn't leave Bali. You're certainly making me wish I did......ah well, next time!
@rtswank2756
Жыл бұрын
Truly beautiful place,love watching your videos! Gives my wife and I a place to visit for our travel list. Thank you
@charlesmyers7193
Жыл бұрын
Wonderful video. This has to be one of your best. What a beautiful area.
@BUJANG_HALU
Жыл бұрын
Even A s Small region in Indonesia have their own gem nature this just little part of NORTH Sumatera in other part west and south Sumatera have different pretty landscape..with different culture and house art..hope YoU can visit ALL Sumatera even just the some little part of ..it..
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
I hope to visit as much of wonderful Sumatera and its different regions & cultures as possible
@josecapela5809
Жыл бұрын
amazing
@mauihowey
Жыл бұрын
Beautiful place…..what a great view with the drone….roads weren’t crowded so it looked easy to ride the motorbike, looked like there was plenty to do there…..super video STL!
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
Thanks MauiHowey - hey, there's even a beach or two as we'll see upcoming
@antruok4950
Жыл бұрын
Plenty to explore there 👌 beautiful area - Roy’s Pub and the guesthouse across the road looks like the place to be 😃👋👍🙏
@debbiemartin4111
Жыл бұрын
Great video again thank you
@baliwalknshops1517
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for video
@dustinstewart3262
Жыл бұрын
Thanks
@michaelc6220
Жыл бұрын
I love this channel and how it relieves me of any negative emotions when I first wake up in the morning. It always puts me in tune for a good day, and it always has me on my phone checking out airline prices.
@user-mm8wv6xy3k
Жыл бұрын
Шикарный обзор, отличные виды! Спасибо!
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
Google translate: Great review, great views! Thank you! Спасибо/Thanks for watching :)
@ademora2765
Жыл бұрын
Wow...
@jimreynolds1540
Жыл бұрын
Wow, just awesome place and content! Was it easy to fly down from BKK, how much/long? Thanks
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Jim. Here's the flights/details: kzitem.info/news/bejne/wKivp2uwpmKdeIY
@rudyhachey7440
Жыл бұрын
have been following your journey. you find such beautiful places to explore, so peaceful and lush. thank you for your great vids. always enjoy. AMAZING
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
Cheers Rudy!
@sharonadlam3195
Жыл бұрын
Your vlogs make me want to pack my bag and go. Been to long away from Asia :)
@scottmcgowan4813
Жыл бұрын
Very stunning and peaceful.....All of your videos of Indonesia are really good. Correction, all of your videos on any destination are always worth watching. Thanks for sharing. I always watch to the end.
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Scott. Much appreciated
@rafaelsitinjak5733
Жыл бұрын
Thanks to Visit my Village , my hometown, please explore other side like Toba (West Side), more worderful place...(Bakkara Valley)
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, I LOVE Lake Toba and area! You are so fortunate to be from there. I was near beautiful Bakkara in this video: kzitem.info/news/bejne/u4t7y3prqnt5ZqQ Next time I will explore all the West and South sides.
@Suwantiallan
Жыл бұрын
I’m watching this video from cold England , I’m so jealous of the heat and view 😢
@olafrutz6319
Жыл бұрын
You make great vacation videos 👍
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Starlight
@shanyao9268
Жыл бұрын
I really like your video and it’s helpful to me.
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@LGandM
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely amazing, I am blown away by this place. Absolutely beautiful, and you've done a great job of showing it. Definitely on my go to list. Think I could easily spend a month in one of those hotel rooms looking at the lake and chilling out. aka JG in TX.
@idratherbetrikin4179
Жыл бұрын
Amazing - plus the $16 bungalow? Damn. I love my cold water but I might be adventurous with that insanely cute cottage. It's not like it's that hot that you deserately need A/C!
@darkmattersproject2951
Жыл бұрын
I would buy an ax if it was a big cottage. The rate would be $250 a month
@PassportDreamGetaways
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for showing us Tuk Tuk. It's on my bucket list now thanks to you 😊
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching. For sure Tuk Tuk, Samosir and all Sumatra is just amazing and worthy of a bucket list.
@tonytowers5889
Жыл бұрын
Paradise! 🤩🤩🤩
@KatsuraOG
Жыл бұрын
Such a great video!👌🙂
@madl99
Жыл бұрын
Very helpful especially with map and price. Nice job.
@kathybaker6334
Жыл бұрын
Always watch until the end, Love ur vids!
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Kathy
@maxineb9598
Жыл бұрын
We stayed at Carolina Cottages about 5 years ago. The rooms up on the hill have the most amazing view, and at certain times of the year, the lack of aircon isnt really a problem. Seems they have done some additions around the place since we stayed there.
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
Sounds like you had a lovely stay Maxine. The roof deck on top of the new addition suite rooms isn't unsightly and pleased they kept the classic look/feel of the original rooms (just with a few upgrades in some). For sure A/C not required, perfect climate.
@roberttee9790
Жыл бұрын
What an idyllic location. Thanks for taking us along. Very cool!
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Robert. Even more idyllic scenes coming.
@justthefactsjack456
Жыл бұрын
What an extraordinary place STL! Thank you for venturing to such out of the way hidden gems for us all to experience with you! You are "The Travel Motivater" !!! ;)
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
Thanks! More to come!
@brooks1958
Жыл бұрын
Everywhere you visit always seems awesome and beautiful
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
Best is yet to come, stay tuned....
@ninettemurk7492
Жыл бұрын
Gorgeous place, watched video to the end and am looking forward to see more of this beautiful island. Happy New Year!
@kathybaker6334
Жыл бұрын
I never post, but your content makes me want to! Love your videos
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Ninette, same to you and yours. Much more ahead exploring stunning Lake Toba and beyond
@juleskayak
Жыл бұрын
Fantastic!
@elarumapea8046
7 ай бұрын
Proud to be batak
@SideTripLife
7 ай бұрын
From what I have seen I would be too! From Tarombo to law, literature, amazing architecture, artistry, traditions, magic and culture, Batak's are wonderful, proud people with amazing heritage and history. HORAS!
@rickbault1221
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing this video. Linda and I are currently in Jomtien. Always excited to see what you're up to. Quite an interesting option for travel. Can't wait to see more. 🙏
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Rick & Linda in Jomtien, more upcoming incl nicest beach 3000' up
@darkmattersproject2951
Жыл бұрын
I love the tour guides shirt
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
That's a beautiful Batik/Batak shirt. If you whatsapp the shop owner in the vid bet he can send you one.
@videosponder
Жыл бұрын
There's a huge map of this lake somewhere there. That was some beautiful map of lake toba. It would be nice to see that again. Lake Toba is also the deepest lake in the world.
@grahamfraser5938
5 ай бұрын
I know exactly where I will be going during the peak of the hot season in Thailand, just next door to the gorgeous Lake Toba and the Carolina resort.. Beautiful!!!
@roygoad2870
Жыл бұрын
Wow you finally made it to the most amazing place! I heard about this area from a friend who traveled all over Indonesia about 30 years ago. Not many locations in the world have that other worldly feeling, I loved it there. Is there still a local tribe that only live on the island? I remember seeing them selling artifacts that they made wearing traditional clothes in the local markets. I had a friend who spent many months travelling all over Indonesia about 30 years ago and when he was in Sulawesi spent a month living with a local tribe. He went to the Togian Islands too, had amazing wild life and snorkelling with beautiful coral reefs 😊
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
Hi Roy. There's still communities living in traditional Batak Toba houses etc but I reckon most have electric etc these days. Other Batak communities throughout the region include the Karo, Mandailing, Simalungun and Pakpak tribes. Lake Toba still feels much like it did on my first visit 20 years ago but as explained on the road up to Toba, that may be set to change.... See: kzitem.info/news/bejne/qpWmk4SCiqFmdoI
@simplyyank1119
Жыл бұрын
@@SideTripLife maybe what he means are Nias indigenous tribe, there's still 2 tribes afaik still practicing long march to other territories by walking with their traditional attire to sell their craft or Forest products, the other one is baduy tribe in Banten. Btw congrats for 1 m view on lombok video.
@175ahc
Жыл бұрын
The end. 😊
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
:):)
@earlyih6014
Жыл бұрын
I think years before the pandemic, Carolina was the no.1 in tripadvisor for place to stay in Tuk-tuk area. And looking at your video, now it's even bigger n better.
@Porscheman1
Жыл бұрын
Once again, another great video. Your videos are well researched, good commentary and excellent tips/insights. Appreciate all your hard work - Happy New Year from Toronto!
@norwegiandreams
Жыл бұрын
Hi! Great video, thank You for the amazing work and sharing. Love the vibe! Best regards from snow filled Norway! Brrr…
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Norwegian Dreams
@norwegiandreams
Жыл бұрын
@@SideTripLife Our pleassure, mate! We have been following you for years now, and have actually stayed at several places You have shared, specially in Thailand. Next trip will start in Bali the 7th of feb. and follow some of your footsteps for a month. I’ll have to do some remote IT work along the way, but due to time zones we will have plenty of time to explore too. Your timing is just perfect, and a great guide of potentially where to go and enjoy the best in life! Again, thanks a mill!
@jimhollands1285
Жыл бұрын
Another excellent video about somewhere I didn't know existed....thanks
@tedrick4713
Жыл бұрын
Excellent
@thecrypto-naute4965
Жыл бұрын
Watching this video was such as treat, please share more! 😊😊
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, will do! Also, here's the whole Sumatra series: kzitem.info/news/bejne/qpWmk4SCiqFmdoI
@raykelly2854
Жыл бұрын
All your vids are class. Thanks!
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
Big thanks Ray!
@andreas4104
Жыл бұрын
Sumatra is sooo nice. We was in Bukit Lawang , and it was amazing. we did a 2day /orang utan tour
@user-ph9hw2gj5z
Жыл бұрын
Красивые виды 👍
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
Using google translate: Beautiful views Спасибо/Thanks!
@mr.freeman9251
Жыл бұрын
Уже присматриваешь, где будут жить чопиксы?)
@bimbimbimbimnello6940
Жыл бұрын
GREAT JOBS
@johnshores4745
Жыл бұрын
What a great place what would be the required time to explore the whole island ? would a week be enough ?
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
Most come for a weekend but deffo min a week better. So much to see plus incredible sights surrounding Toba (as we shall see upcoming).
@joezip6389
Жыл бұрын
Another a Gem, keep traveling and filming, enjoyed this spot, reminds me of when I stayed on Ometepe island in Nicaragua
@SideTripLife
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Joe. Ometepe island looks amazing! Yet another volcanic lake I'd love to see, also Lake Atitlan in Guatemala
@changkachoy
11 ай бұрын
i'll choose carolina Bcoz they had eagle nest in their restaurant ... and if we walk out a Bit there are good food : Gomak en Saksang
@SideTripLife
11 ай бұрын
Mie Gomak, Batak style, enak:)
@letroudusouffleur5390
Жыл бұрын
MERCI :)
@chrispwds
Жыл бұрын
Lovely captures and informative video. Thanks 😊
@SheilaS-pn5bt
Жыл бұрын
Super views and loved the tour!
@grahamfraser5938
Жыл бұрын
Such an amazing place. High on my bucket list of places to visit. Thx for the gr8 vid, again! :-)
@lenoraperry7094
Жыл бұрын
I love your content. I love the format. I love the simplicity. Thank you.
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