Sipiso Piso Valley

Sipiso-Piso in Karo district became one of the highest waterfalls in Indonesia. With a height of 120 meters, one can imagine that yes travelers ripples that from afar looks white snaking downward plunge loud clatter when colliding with rocks.

In Batak language, means the piso-piso Sipiso or knife. It is used to represent the high and swift waterfalls that drain water like a blade sharp when viewed from a height. Record height of the waterfall is also invited local and foreign tourists. This is why this time Pegipegi want mengulik more about Sipiso-Piso for all travelers.

Location and how to Sipiso-Piso

Sipiso-Piso located in the village Tongging, Sub Brand, Karo, North Sumatra, or is about 24 km from the city Kabanjahe. Sipiso-Piso also quite close to the City Berastagi because it can be reached within 35 km. The area around it is fulfilled by hills and pine forests, and is located at an altitude of up to 800 meters above sea level.
You can reach Sipiso-Piso with public transport route Terminal Amplas Medan - a bus ride to Brand (25,000 * per person within 2 hours) - get off at Simpang Merak - rose bentor (becak) at the rate of Rp 6. 000 * per person. If you want to Tongging you can directly go up bentor from Simpang Brand with rates per person or Rp 30,000 * 50,000 * per person.
Or, from the field - bus boy to Kobanjahe (bus Silk / Borneo) - riding public transportation (Karo Star) to Brand - rose bentor to the location. But if you do not want a fuss, travelers can rent a car once the driver (fare Rp 400,000 * - Rp 500,000 * per day) to Sipiso-Piso. Oh yes, entrance fee to be paid in Sipiso-Piso was Rp 5,000 * per person

Tips visited Sipiso -Piso

Travelers, you would agree that the most effective way to relieve fatigue is to adore the sight of green-green waterfalls combined with the natural music of water splashing in free fall into pools of water at the bottom. One of them is to Sipiso-Piso in Karo. To go to the scene, you do not have to bother because the manager has to provide enough lanes accommodating form of stairs which supposedly amount of more than 500s. Wow, a lot of it?
Let me also tracks declining but still needed extra energy because otherwise you will be struggling along the road as it travels to the bottom Sipiso-Piso takes about 30 minutes - 45 minutes. As for the ride back to the top of the hill, it takes more than one hour because the track is uphill. But it all depends on the stamina that you have.
Therefore, prepare a mineral water before leaving to avoid the symptoms of dehydration and fill the stomach so that you have the energy to move. Not only that, another challenge came from the stairs irregular because there are high and some are low so you have to be careful when walking because beside you is a pretty steep ravine. And while passing through the ridge, you can sing while watching how beautiful Sipiso-Piso.
But wait! Before going down the stairs it helps you took time to come to the viewing post that is located at the top of the hill that became the starting point Sipiso-Piso. So what can be done here? In this spot you will be treated to a spectacular view and a stretch of Karo and Samosir Island whose position is in the middle of Lake Toba.

Try to take pictures from various angles to get the perfect photo Sipiso-Piso of height. You can also Selfi with the background of Lake Toba and Samosir Island. The photographs will be proof that you've menjejakan foot in one of the highest waterfalls in Indonesia. Are satisfied taking pictures? Now you can proceed directly search headed to Sipiso -Piso, until finally you arrive at the base of the waterfall. A moment arrived there, your heart would immediately mutter 'Whoa ...' The place is so awesome because surrounded by hills graded green color that looks so lively and soothing eye. Thump that sounded so loud water into rock music will always accompany you while in Sipiso-Piso.
Because it is quite high, which is 800 meters above sea level, the atmosphere is cool, cool, and very distinctive refreshing will accompany you while in Sipiso-Piso. Large and small rocks that lie and poking around the pools below the falls look so attractive, but please be careful when planted, because most rocks slippery so it would make you slip if careless. Moreover airnyanya so clear and very cold so that the liver was felt cool even just lounging around Sipiso -Piso. Then where flow Sipiso-Piso end? It turns out if traced, Lake Toba be the last stop of thousands of cubic feet of water deposited in the pools below the falls every day.

The most enjoyable if you can eat food while watching gagahnya Sipiso-Piso seen towering in front of the eye. Therefore, do not forget it to bring lunch or snacks and drinks. It feels even more delicious lunch brought only a piece of bread. Try and prove it!
Perhaps because of her beauty and charm, the reverberations of fame Sipiso-Piso not only heard by local tourists, even tourists from the Netherlands, France, Singapore, Malaysia and others flocked there to prove the enormity Sipiso-Piso. Travelers from all over the country was willing to fight to be able to enjoy super beautiful view of Sipiso-Piso. 

Facilities and accommodation in Sipiso-Piso

Travelers, if you want to explore Sipiso-Piso and attractions in Karo, you can stay in the village Tongging. While staying at Tongging, you can still explore this place, as with trekking into the woods, ride a fishing boat to circumnavigate the lake, cycling, swimming in the lake, or just visit Niagara Sidompak size smaller than Sipiso-piso.
And to prove that you've come to Sipiso-Piso, you can buy souvenirs are sold in souvenir shops around the waterfall. Problem fill the stomach, you also do not need to panic because in this place you can easily find food stalls. So it is quite comfortable and complete facilities of tourist destinations Sipiso-Piso.  

Keep Always Sipiso-Piso

Even though already quite popular, but the beauty of the face Sipiso-Piso often tarnished by the act of people who are not responsible for any carelessly throw garbage. Ranging from packs of snacks, food wrappers, plastic bottles, and other garbage are easily found along the road leading to Sipiso-Piso.
It's certainly embarrassing sight yes travelers. If not promptly treated, it is not impossible charm and image-Piso Sipiso worsened and this news certainly do not wear because tourists reluctant to come. So from now on be responsible travelers and appreciate the places you visit by not throwing trash any and doodling, whether inside or abroad.
Travelers, interested in 'ngebolang' to Sipiso-Piso? Before that, the first whom does excellent physical and booking air tickets and hotels around Lake Toba / Medan in Pegipegi.com. Congratulations adventure!  

   

Waterfall Lake Dwi Color Sibolangit

 

Waterfall Two Colors or also known as the Blue Lake Niagara Sibolangit for water waterfall has a height of about 75 meters and is located at an altitude of 1475 m above sea level. This waterfall is located in the upper reaches of the Sinembah 1 and formed from eruptions eruption Sibayak hundreds of years ago.

 

Waterfalls are a beautiful blue water and a very cold, with green mossy cliffs in the vicinity. One white translucent and feels warm. Both of these separate waterfall close by several small waterfalls decorate the cliff.

The blue color information obtained waterfall lake two colors or blue lake water likely caused the plunge from a height of about 100 meters from the ground originally white but after falling into the lake turn blue. Until now the cause is not known for sure why the waterfall was turned into blue. Meanwhile, people who are considered first of all discover the wonder of it also as yet unknown. However, this waterfall has always been frequented by students of nature lovers are camping around Campgrounds and articles

 

 

These attractions may seem unique. From the name alone people call Waterfall Two Colors because the waterfall that descends from the top of the river will be accommodated into a small lake and this is where the water has two colors: blue and grayish-white. Having traced the waterfall turns resulted from the eruption of Mount Sibayak that forms streams that flowed sulfur (sulfur), which later united with water catchment forests so that a cool watery blue. Uniquely, the waterfall is not emit sulfur smell but never drank the water. Moreover, the existence of the waterfall is also hidden in the tropical rain forest in the middle of the forest Sibayak Sibayak I and II with a height of 1475 meters above sea level. So..bagi of you who loved the natural beauty of Indonesia, what are you waiting Durin Sirugun lagi..saatnya visit the village in the region to enjoy the beauty and articles for Niagara Two Colors of this. (YS)
 

After crossing the road in the forest opposite, we found the place friendly to re-cross to the side of the original. The sound of the waterfall began. We melipir on the walkway at the foot of the cliffs as high as 45 meters thick mossy. Once past the big rock on the left side of the river, we were really charmed staring at a piece of miracle in the wilderness that is physically draining and energy.

 

Saturated, fatigue and stress with daily work activities? This is when you need to freshen up or refreshing to go back to the forest, to breathe fresh air, hear the sound of the river water and spoil the eye with natural colors. Waterfall Two Colors, it could be your choice for refreshing for a few days this holiday. Its location was not far from the city of Medan, only 1 hour trip just that at the Campgrounds and articles, Bandar Baru Village, District and articles, Deli Serdang regency. From this location we will embark on a journey into the forest or hiking for 3 hours to reach the location of the waterfall. These attractions may seem unique. From the name alone people call Waterfall Two Colors because the waterfall that descends from the top of the river will be accommodated into a small lake and this is where the water has two colors: blue and grayish-white. Having traced the waterfall turns resulted from the eruption of Mount Sibayak that forms streams that flowed sulfur (sulfur), which later united with water catchment forests so that a cool watery blue. Uniquely, the waterfall is not emit sulfur smell but never drank the water. Moreover, the existence of the waterfall is also hidden in the tropical rain forest in the middle of the forest Sibayak Sibayak I and II with a height of 1475 meters above sea level. At this area there are four waterfalls, the two major waterfalls and two small waterfalls. High main waterfall about 50 meters and the second waterfall about 20 meters. There are some things we need to prepare before heading to the waterfall we have to prepare for hiking equipment such as shoes or sandals mountain, a backpack to carry supplies replacement clothes, towels, drinking water, lunches, snacks and a camera. It's good we depart from Medan at dawn so that when he arrived at the location of the waterfall is not oversleep and still had time to swim while feeling the chill of two waterfalls that color.
Arriving at the location we will see there are three waterfalls, one of which is a waterfall Telaga Biru. We can swim and bathe in Blue Lake just below the waterfall.

While watching the natural charms, visitors can eat foods that have been provided when they want to visit. We can swim in the lake while enjoying the fresh air and cool air around the lake.

 

But the visitor temporarily can not linger, caused by weather factors for fear of rain. If it rains, visitors will be overwhelmed because of the absence of a place to shelter and slippery road. In addition, if it is dark, it is feared visitors can no longer see the passage to return home aliases lost.Meanwhile Head Drs articles for Neken Ketaren reporters confirmed some time ago that the government would seek to build attractions that exist in the district and articles including waterfalls in two colors, he said. (BSK / m)
In the end Sinembah 1, a dead-end valley in the form of yard area nearly as big as a football field, was hidden behind high cliffs on the right and left. On the right, a waterfall 10 meters high translucent color slide off of one yard on the wall. The water continues to flow, to join the stream of other waterfalls are located on the left.
Second waterfall height reached 40 meters. Her discharge is not remarkable, but the water content makes water containing sulfur whitish blue. The sulfur content in the water resulting in a layer of moss on the rocks at the bottom of the pool water was dropping bluish white. As a result, the colors are bright blue pool.
So, this is apparently what they mean as the two colors. Two waterfalls with different colors, which is a regular one, and the other bright blue. Conceived a desire to bathe naked in the woods as the event of the nudists, but the cold water forced us to discourage it. Lagipun, damned scared. Lest the ghost guards high blood pressure and temper.

 

Accessibility

Access is quite difficult to get there and could not be reached by river. This is because many of the stones are too large and thick moss covered path on the edge of the river is quite difficult explored. The only way is to be climbing up the ridge of the hill and walk across the forest on the slopes of Mount Sibayak for 3 hours before going back down to the valley is divided by the River Sinembah
The journey begins on the campsite scout and articles, which is about 57 km and takes approximately 1 hour drive from the city of Medan. Furthermore entered muddy footpaths, following the flow of water in the pipe. After the pipeline, the trail began to climb up the slope of a moderate but long. This track brings to one part of the ridge. The remainder of the trip up and down the ridge to break through the density of the forest.

Hose 25 minutes later, down to the bottom of one of the river, cross it and go back up to the ridge opposite the first ridge. About 20 minutes later arrived at the junction of the lip of the ridge. Here there is a signpost on top of one tree that read "Niagara 2 Colors, 20 Minutes" with the arrow pointing down the valley where the sound of the river water comes Sinembah 1. While the straight line following the ridge that leads to the Path 54 (one of the hiking trail to the top of Sibayak).

 

 

 

Anai Valley

Anai Valley Waterfall located at the edge of the road that connects the city of Padang and Bukittinggi, two cities which became the center for governance, economic growth, and tourism in the province of West Sumatra. The location is right in the side of the road, making the waterfall is able to attract the attention of tourists both local and foreign tourists. The waterfall is included in the conservation area Anai Valley nature reserve, but unfortunately the nature reserve is as if hidden behind a big name Anai Valley Waterfall.

The beauty of the panorama emitted Anai Valley Waterfall with "natural image" is still beautiful to support an increase in visits of tourists to the area of West Sumatra,. Therefore, the West Sumatra Provincial Government through the Department of tourism attractions set Anai Valley Falls as one of the icons of tourism in the province.

Source Anai Valley Waterfall from Mount Singgalang. Clear water flowing down the hills towards the slopes, then flow continues to pass through a nature reserve Anai Valley before arriving at the edge of a precipice. From this cliff, the flow of water and then plunge into the bottom of the valley which has a height of about 50 meters and formed a crater sump. The water coming down rapidly one after another and splashing water mist. The mist form a cluster of beautifully colored when illuminated by sunlight.
 

Before arriving at the location, both for tourists who come from the city of Padang and Bukittinggi will pass a winding road with beautiful scenery. On the right and left path, travelers can witness the verdant valleys and hills overgrown with various trees. Along the road ahead Anai Valley Waterfall, tourists can also watch the monkeys that roam as if happy to welcome the travelers who come from far away. It is also not much different from the existing atmosphere around the attractions, where hordes of monkeys are also a lot of running around.

Anai Valley Waterfall located in Lembah Anai, District Ten Koto, Tanah Datar, West Sumatra, Indonesia.

If tourists start the journey from the city of Padang, the trip can be reached for more or less 1 hour using public transport, it costs around Rp 15,000 to Rp 20,000 per person (August 2008). In addition to public transport, rail tourism can also be an alternative.

 In some locations there are some facilities that can be utilized by the tourists in order to increase the comfort of recreation. Along the road in tourist sites, there are stalls serving food and drinks, as well as various souvenirs typical of West Sumatra, such as Keripik Sanjay, rendang rice, galamai (dodol), and various other souvenirs. For tourists who do not have time to prepare food just before going to this attraction is not to worry, because among the many stalls that lined the road there are several restaurants serving typical dishes of the cuisine of Padang.

For the convenience of travelers who use private cars, there is ample parking for parking of vehicles. Moreover, these places also have bathroom facilities as a place to change clothes and rinse the body after shower under a waterfall splash.   

Waterfall iconic Lembah Anai even West Sumatra is located on the edge of the highway, and is known as the Waterfall Valley Anai.
While two other waterfalls covered by forest cover, thus not known by many tourists. For tourists who want to see the two waterfalls, can travel about 15 minutes from the location Anai Valley Waterfall.
The travelers who are curious about the panoramic beauty of the lake also can be watched by traveling approximately 15 minutes from the edge of the highway.
However, although not had time to explore the protected forest Anai Valley, tourists can enjoy the charm that exist outside the visible from the highway. In addition Anai Valley Waterfall break through steep hills and fell right on the side of the road into a scenic feast for the eyes.
From the side of the highway can also take a look Batang Anai River water flowing from Mount Singgalang on the north side, and creeks from Mount Merapi. Anai Valley scenery quite alluring. Not hard to find a tree with a trunk of a circle well. Tree roots that dangle we can enjoy in front of the eye.
In the midst of lush trees and winding road, we will see it anyway railroad runs between the hill, just above the road. Very interesting and fascinating. Contours railway bridge in Lembah Anai will remind us of the same bridge in Purwakarta, West Java, if we cross the highway Cipularang.
 

There are several trains in Lembah Anai bridges, one bridge 50-meter steel plate which is very high because it must traverse forests and Batang Anai Valley Anai underneath. Although less neglected because it is not used, this rail line is still intact physical form. Reportedly, the train line at Anai Valley will be revitalized. Hopefully soon realized.
If a visit to the Valley Anai, you should do when the rainy season. Says Minang, Sungai Batang Anai was temperamental. Although pretty staring eyes, but very fierce when it's angry.
When the heavy rains come, the water not only overflow overflow into the street, but also knock down the wall if its power is being maximized. So, do not be surprised if the traffic on the line was suddenly jammed for kilometers if Batang Anai was angry.
So, if the intention of crossing and enjoy the Anai Valley, came when the weather is friendly. 

Harau Valley

Harau valleys, or also called the canyon. Is a valley that is 'stuck' in between two steep cliffs. Attractions West Sumatra is preferred by almost all the tourists who come to West Sumatra. If the view from the bottom of the valley, it would seem as cliffs tapered through the clouds. Because these cliffs have a height up to 200 meters.

 With an area of about 270 hectares, from the date of January 10, 1993 Harau Valley has been designated by the government as a Nature Reserve and Wildlife. One of the typical animals that live in it are Macaca fascirulatis or Long-tailed monkeys. These animals including rare species endemic to Sumatra. These monkeys swinging and each move that will provide their own entertainment in your tour. In addition, Harau Valley Nature Reserve also has a variety of plant species highland tropical rainforest. Therefore, one of the areas in valley locations Harau planned to be the Safari Park Sumatra. Namely Resort Rimbo Piobang. Plus, you can also visit a zoo and breeding butterflies in the Aka Swinging

Harau valley is located in the district of Limapuluhkota, Payakumbuh, West Sumatra. West Sumatra natural conditions must be very fit for you who have a hobby of adventure. One example is Harau Valley, which has a bumpy and hilly topography. You can explore some of the beautiful hills around Harau Valley region. Such as White Water Hill, Bukit Jambu, Singkarak Hill, and Hill Tarantang. Overlays Harau valley surrounded by rock cliffs are quite steep sandy. Not to mention the granite cliffs towering up to 300 meters tall. Not only that, in natural conditions lush West Sumatra, you can enjoy the green scenery of rice fields in between cliffs perpendicular, along with the natural atmosphere is amazing.

Harau valley lined by clusters of very high cliff. One theory of the formation of this valley is the result of millions of years of erosion process. As well as the meeting of the Eurasian Plate Plate Austronesian with mutually urgent. The pressure causes a big fault that lined the Southern tip of Sumatra Island. Based on research, the rocks in the Valley this Harau been aged 30 to 40 million years.

You will gain invaluable experience to climb up to the summit ridge. Spend time exploring and conquering the wilderness for about 6 hours. But do not worry for those who do not want to bother, available for easier access. That is the path down the stairs, until arriving at the top of the cliff. In this place, you can comb the sights and enjoy the natural beauty of West Sumatra of height.

In addition to views of towering cliffs with strong and majestic, you also will feel the fresh air and other natural attractions in the Valley Harau. You can visit some of the areas natural attractions, each of which will make you feel amazed. Aka Barayun like Niagara, Niagara Sarasah AIE Luluih, Bunta Sarasah Niagara, Niagara Sarasah Pure and Niagara Sarasah Aie Angek. Fourth natural attractions are located in the Resort Sarasah Bunta. Each waterfall has its own privileges.

 

Niagara Sarasah AIE Luluih running down the side wall of rock, with a pool that is still very natural in the dasatnya. Meanwhile, just before noon, Niagara Sarasah Bunta will look very beautiful when exposed to sunlight.

Niagara Sarasah Murai you can enjoy the beauty of the Magpie Bird on the sidelines of a grove of trees, along with melodious booms. While the Niagara region Sarasah Aie Angek still relatively quiet. Although somewhat unique, yet many visitors who come to this tejun water because the area has not been fully opened as a tourist attraction. Niagara Sarasah Angek Aie, you can enjoy the warmth of the water at the same time. Because of this waterfall has a uniqueness, the water temperature is warm enough.

Well, after enjoying the fifth waterfall, you still have two locations to discover. In Harau Valley Resort Aka Barayun you can swim in the pool, while enjoying the lush natural atmosphere. This place is also a potential for the sport of rock climbing. For those of you who still want to spend more time enjoying the beauty and splendor Harau Valley, the region is also available facilities such as accommodation or homestay. Resort Rimbo Piobang while still in the development plan to be used as the Safari Park Sumatra.