The island of Samosir, in the middle of the Lake Toba by regular ferries from Parapat. The original home of the fierce Toba Batak, the island has many sites of stone tombs and traditional villages. The villages of Tomok, Tuk-Tuk, Siallagan and Ambarita are noteworthy. Transportation can be arranged through your hotel or rent a motorcycle for a day's adventure on the island. Accommodations of various styles and standards are readily available.
