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4D3N Package · Departs From Padang

Lake & Highland Panorama

A 4-day, 3-night scenic journey across West Sumatra's most photogenic lakes — Maninjau's Kelok 44, Lake Singkarak, and the green tea terraces of Alahan Panjang.

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Volcanic Lakes
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Nights
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Max Group Size
Lake Maninjau
Kelok 44
Lake Singkarak
Alahan Panjang Tea
Lake Maninjau
Kelok 44
Lake Singkarak

Why Book the Lake & Highland Panorama Direct?

West Sumatra's two great volcanic lakes rarely appear in the same itinerary. Adin links Lake Maninjau's Kelok 44 descent with Lake Singkarak and the cool tea terraces of Alahan Panjang into one relaxed, scenic route.

Two Volcanic Lakes

Maninjau and Singkarak — West Sumatra's two largest lakes, rarely combined in one trip.

Local Padang Guide

Adin Anugrah guides in person — direct WhatsApp contact throughout your trip.

Small Groups Only

Every tour stays small and personal — solo travelers welcome.

Highlights

West Sumatra's most scenic lakes and highland tea country.

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Kelok 44 & Puncak Lawang

44 hairpin bends descending to a panoramic caldera viewpoint over Lake Maninjau.

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Lake Maninjau

A volcanic caldera lake with fresh lake-fish restaurants along the shore.

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Lake Singkarak

West Sumatra's second-largest lake, known for its bilih fish.

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Alahan Panjang Tea Plantation

Cool highland tea terraces and strawberry farms.

4D3N Itinerary

Lake Maninjau, Lake Singkarak, and Alahan Panjang tea country.

Day 1 — Arrival & Kelok 44

MorningPickup at Minangkabau International Airport (BIM) — private transport, Innova Reborn for 1-4 guests or Hiace for 5-8 guests.
MiddayDrive to Puncak Lawang for the panoramic caldera view, lunch en route.
AfternoonDescend the Kelok 44 hairpin bends to Lake Maninjau, check in at a lakeside stay.
EveningFresh lake-fish dinner by the shore.

Day 2 — Lake Maninjau to Alahan Panjang

MorningBreakfast and a relaxed morning around Lake Maninjau, optional cycling.
MiddayCheck-out, drive toward Alahan Panjang, lunch en route.
AfternoonWalk through the tea plantations and strawberry farms of Alahan Panjang.
EveningDinner and overnight in the cool highland air.

Day 3 — Lake Singkarak

MorningBreakfast and check-out, drive to Lake Singkarak.
MiddayLakeside lunch featuring bilih fish, a specialty unique to Singkarak.
AfternoonRelaxed time along the shoreline and viewpoints.
EveningDinner and overnight near Lake Singkarak.

Day 4 — Departure

MorningBreakfast and check-out.
MiddayDrive back toward Padang, farewell lunch en route.
AfternoonTransfer to Minangkabau Airport (BIM). Tour concludes.

Pricing

Per person, based on group size. Fixed year-round — no seasonal pricing.

1 traveler$420
2 travelers (per person)$355
3-4 travelers (per person)$325
5-8 travelers (per person)$325

5-8 travelers currently priced the same as 3-4, per person. Vehicle: Innova Reborn (1-4 guests) or Hiace (5-8 guests). 50% deposit to confirm, balance due 30 days before departure.

What's Included

  • Private transport — Innova Reborn (1-4 guests) or Hiace (5-8 guests), including fuel, parking, and toll fees
  • Personal guide throughout the trip (Adin Anugrah)
  • 1 night at Lake Maninjau, 1 night in Alahan Panjang, 1 night at Lake Singkarak
  • All meals listed in the itinerary, including fresh lake fish and bilih fish
  • Entrance tickets to Puncak Lawang, Kelok 44 viewpoints, and Alahan Panjang tea plantation
  • Daily mineral water

How Booking Works

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Message Adin
Chat on WhatsApp with your preferred date and group size.
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Confirm & Deposit
50% deposit confirms your booking. No booking fee.
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Pickup in Padang
Adin arranges pickup and private transport for the full route.
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4D3N Tour
Lakes and highland tea country at a relaxed, personally guided pace.

Guided personally by Adin Anugrah — a local Padang-based guide. Learn more about Adin →

Frequently Asked

What is the Lake & Highland Panorama tour?
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A 4-day, 3-night tour across West Sumatra's most scenic lakes and highlands — Lake Maninjau via the famous Kelok 44 descent, Lake Singkarak, and the tea plantations of Alahan Panjang.
How much does the Lake & Highland Panorama cost?
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From $325 per person for groups of 3-4 or 5-8, $355 per person for 2 travelers, or $420 for a solo traveler. Prices are fixed year-round with a 50% deposit to confirm.
What is Kelok 44?
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Kelok 44 is a mountain road with 44 numbered hairpin bends descending toward Lake Maninjau, a volcanic caldera lake formed thousands of years ago, offering panoramic views and photo stops at nearly every turn.
Is this tour good for photography?
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Yes. Lake Maninjau's caldera views, Lake Singkarak's shoreline, and the green tea terraces of Alahan Panjang make this one of our most scenic and photogenic itineraries.
How many people can join?
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West Sumatra Tours runs small group tours only, up to 8 guests per trip. Groups of 1-4 travel by Innova Reborn, 5-8 by Hiace, and solo travelers are welcome.
What are the booking and payment terms?
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A 50% deposit confirms your booking, with the balance due 30 days before departure. Pricing is fixed year-round with no seasonal markup, and there's no separate booking fee.

Further reading: Lake Maninjau (Wikipedia).

Ready for the Lake & Highland Panorama?

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