Backpacking Hemat ke Samosir: Petualangan Seru dengan Budget Terbatas

 

NINNA.ID-Bepergian ke Danau Toba dengan anggaran terbatas bukanlah hal yang mustahil. Dengan sedikit riset dan perencanaan, kamu bisa menikmati keindahan alam dan budaya Samosir tanpa menguras kantong. Berikut panduan lengkap untuk menikmati Danau Toba dengan hemat.

1. Transportasi Murah ke Samosir

Jika memulai perjalanan dari Medan, ada beberapa pilihan transportasi ke Parapat, gerbang utama menuju Pulau Samosir. Bus menjadi opsi paling ekonomis dengan tarif sekitar Rp65.000 per orang. Beberapa pilihan bus yang tersedia antara lain Bus Sejahtera, Parisma, dan Sampri.

Setibanya di Parapat, kamu bisa memilih dua jalur penyeberangan ke Samosir, yaitu dari Pelabuhan Tiga Raja atau Pelabuhan Ajibata. Jika ingin langsung ke TukTuk, naiklah kapal dari Pelabuhan Tiga Raja dengan tarif sekitar Rp20.000.

Sedangkan jika menuju Tomok, kapal dari Pelabuhan Ajibata adalah pilihan yang lebih murah dan memiliki jadwal lebih sering. Biasanya hampir tiap jam.

2. Pilihan Penginapan Terjangkau

Samosir memiliki banyak pilihan penginapan mulai dari hotel murah hingga homestay di desa wisata.

Menginap di homestay bisa menjadi pilihan ekonomis sekaligus memberikan pengalaman lebih dekat dengan kehidupan masyarakat lokal. Tarif homestay bisa berkisar Rp150.000 per orang jika berbagi kamar dengan teman.

Bagi yang ingin lebih nyaman, ada hotel dengan tarif sekitar Rp250.000-300.000 per malam. Sebaiknya lakukan reservasi terlebih dahulu agar mendapatkan harga terbaik.

[caption id="attachment_27994" align="alignnone" width="1920"] Jabu SiRulo tampak dari depan. Jabu SiRulo salah satu homestay terjangkau di Samosir (foto: Damayanti)[/caption]

3. Wisata Hemat di Samosir

Samosir memang pantas disebut "Negeri Indah Kepingan Firdaus." Hampir setiap sudutnya menawarkan panorama yang memukau.

Dikelilingi perbukitan hijau yang menjulang, Danau Toba adalah bagian dari Pegunungan Bukit Barisan yang membentang gagah di sisi barat Sumatra.

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Pulau Tulas di Samosir Danau Toba yang memukau.(foto:damayanti)[/caption]

Dari sudut mana pun, pesona danau ini begitu menakjubkan, memikat para juru foto dan pelancong yang tak ingin melewatkan momen mengabadikan keindahannya.

Tapi jika kamu mau yang berbayar, ada beberapa pilihan bagimu. Di antaranya:

• Bukit Holbung dan Gunung Pusuk Buhit – pemandangan spektakuler dari ketinggian.
• Pantai Batu Hoda, Pantai Tandarabun dan beberapa pantai lainnya – pilihan pantai dengan suasana tenang.
• Kampung Ulos Hutaraja dan Huta Siallagan– tempat mengenal kain ulos dan budaya Batak.
• Tanjungan, Danau Aek Natonang, dan Danau Sidihoni – destinasi alami yang masih asri.

Selain objek tersebut, ada juga Pasar Tomok, Bukit Burung, Bukit Sibea-bea, Air Terjun Efrata, Menara Pandang Tele, Water Front City Pangururan, Tano Ponggol, dan masih banyak lagi.

Jika ingin menjelajah lebih jauh, kamu bisa menyewa sepeda motor dengan harga sekitar RpRp100.000-130.000 per hari.

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Suasana Pantai Batu Hoda. Batu Hoda salah satu objek wisata pantai favorit di Samosir (foto: istimewa)[/caption]

4. Tips Makan Hemat

Biaya makan di Samosir bisa disesuaikan dengan anggaran. Warung makan lokal menawarkan menu dengan harga mulai dari Rp25.000–Rp30.000 per porsi.

Jika ingin lebih hemat, kamu bisa membeli makanan di pasar tradisional atau warung sederhana.

5. Estimasi Biaya Perjalanan Hemat 3 Hari 2 Malam

Berikut perkiraan biaya untuk perjalanan hemat ke Samosir:

• Transportasi Medan-Parapat (Bus Sejahtera): Rp65.000 x 2 = Rp130.000
• Kapal ke Samosir (PP): Rp20.000 x 2 = Rp40.000
• Penginapan (homestay 2 malam): Rp300.000 x 2 = Rp600.000
• Sewa motor 2 hari (opsional): Rp200.000
• Makan (3 kali sehari selama 3 hari): Rp30.000 x 3 x 3 = Rp270.000

Total estimasi biaya sekitar Rp1.240.000 untuk 3 hari 2 malam. Jika bepergian bersama teman, biaya bisa lebih hemat karena bisa berbagi biaya penginapan dan transportasi.

Backpacking ke Danau Toba bisa dilakukan dengan anggaran terbatas tanpa mengurangi pengalaman seru yang ditawarkan.

Dengan transportasi hemat, penginapan terjangkau, serta pilihan wisata gratis dan makanan murah, kamu bisa menikmati keindahan Samosir tanpa khawatir kantong jebol. Jadi, sudah siap menjelajah Danau Toba dengan hemat?

Penulis/Editor: Damayanti Sinaga

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Lake Toba offers breathtaking scenery, the warmth of the local people, and the authentic richness of Batak culture. Lake Toba is more than just its vast and serene waters; it is a treasure trove of natural and cultural wonders. Among its many hidden riches is the diverse array of plant life that thrives around the lake.

Spanning across seven regencies—Simalungun, Samosir, Toba, Tapanuli Utara, Karo, Dairi, and Humbang Hasundutan—Lake Toba offers endless opportunities for exploration.

During your visit, you can focus on discovering the beauty of four regencies: Simalungun, Samosir, Dairi, and Toba, each offering unique experiences and landscapes.

Day 1:

1. Pick up from Kualanamu Airport using Trans Highway Road
2. Sidamanik Tea Garden (Simalungun Regency)
• Explore the tea plantations
• Have lunch and enjoy tea and coffee at the café around
3. Bukit Simarjarunjung (Simarjarunjung Hill)
• Panoramic views of Lake Toba from 1,300 meters above sea level.
4. Tigaras Harbour
• Starting point for the ferry to Samosir Island.
5. Lake Toba Ferry Crossing
• From Tigaras Harbour to Simanindo Harbour on Samosir Island.
6. SiRulo Homestay
• A homestay in Lumban Suhi-Suhi Village, Samosir Regency, by the lakeside.

Day 2:

1. Tano Ponggol Bridge
• Historic bridge connecting Sumatra to Samosir Island.
2. Bukit Burung (Bird Hill)
• Scenic spot near plantations with fantastic views.
3. Avocado Plantation and Other Plantations
• Explore avocado and other crops grown in Samosir.
4. Bukit Holbung
• Rolling green hills with panoramic views of Lake Toba.
5. Aek Rangat Hot Springs
• A relaxing natural hot spring in Pangururan.

 

Relaxing natural hot spring in Pangururan.[/caption]

Day 3:

1. Nai Sogop Waterfall
• Multi-tiered waterfall surrounded by tropical rainforest.
2. Barbeque in SiRulo Homestay SiRulo 

3. Lunch in Batak House[/caption]

Day 4:

1. Tomok Market
2. Tomok Harbour back to Kualanamu Airport

 

Barbeque in SiRulo Homestay[/caption]

A Memorable Journey Group from Malaysia

This itinerary has previously been carried out by a group from Malaysia. It was an early Monday morning when a group of travelers from Selangor, Malaysia, arrived at Kualanamu Airport. Drivers warmly greeted them.

From Kualanamu, the group embarked on a scenic drive to the Sidamanik Tea Gardens in Simalungun Regency. The lush green tea plantations, rich with history dating back to the Dutch colonial era, provided a serene backdrop for their lunch at the Sidamanik Tea Garden. Sipping on the locally renowned Tobasari and Butong teas, they savored both the flavors and the views.

Their journey continued with a stop at the breathtaking Simarjarunjung Hill. At an elevation of 1,300 meters, the panoramic views of Lake Toba left everyone in awe. As the sun began to set, they visited the vibrant Saribudolok Orange Plantation, marveling at the endless rows of fruit-laden trees.

The day concluded with a ferry ride across the tranquil waters of Lake Toba, from Tigaras Harbour to Simanindo Harbour. Upon arrival, the group settled into SiRulo Homestay, a charming lakeside retreat in Samosir Regency.

A delicious dinner and a briefing for the next day's activities brought the day to a close, leaving the group free to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Exploring the Beauty of Samosir Island

Tuesday began with a delicious breakfast at SiRulo Homestay. The day’s itinerary was filled with exploration, starting with a visit to Tano Ponggol Bridge, the unique land link between Sumatra and Samosir Island.

They then ventured to Bukit Burung and other plantations, marveling at the natural beauty and agricultural abundance of the region.

Lunch was a special treat in traditional Batak house near Bukit Holbung in Jabu Siamun. The group spent the afternoon hiking the rolling green hills of Bukit Holbung, taking in breathtaking views of Lake Toba and its surroundings.

To cap off the day, the group relaxed at the Aek Rangat hot springs, soaking in the warm, mineral-rich waters and reflecting on the beauty of Samosir.

Discovering Hidden Gems

Wednesday’s adventure took the group to the secluded Nai Sogop Waterfall. After a scenic trek through dense tropical forests, they were greeted by the cascading waters and tranquil pools of this hidden gem.

Take picture with view around hill to Nai Sogop Waterfall[/caption]

They enjoyed a picnic-style lunch amidst the natural beauty, followed by a visit to Simbolon Village. The evening ended with a delightful barbecue at SiRulo Homestay, where the group shared stories and laughter under the starry sky.

A Farewell to Remember

On their final day, Thursday, the travelers bid farewell to the cozy SiRulo Homestay. Before leaving Samosir, they stopped by the Tomok Market to shop for souvenirs, taking home mementos of their unforgettable journey.

A ferry ride brought them back to Parapat, and from there, they made their way to Kualanamu Airport via the Siantar Toll Road, cherishing the memories of their time in Lake Toba.

The journey to Lake Toba was more than just a trip—it was a celebration of nature, culture, and fellowship. Each destination left an indelible mark on their hearts, making this an adventure they would treasure forever.

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