Sipiso-Piso is known as the most remarkable waterfall in Sumatra. And for a good reason! It is one of the tallest waterfalls in Indonesia with a height of 120 meters. It is located 35km away from Kabanjahe, in a small village called Tongging.
The Sipiso-Piso cascade is formed by a tiny Pajanabolon River and it runs out to the world’s largest volcanic lake named Lake Toba. It is set 800 meters above sea level and surrounded by impressive force of nature. The beautiful scenery of the Karo Highlands and the lake attracts lots of visitors ever year.
Interesting fact is that the name of the cascade is derived from the Batak name Piso which literally means blade. Actually, it is not a surprise as, the Sipiso-Piso waterfall reminds a long, narrow steel knife among lush green rocks.
At the top of the hill, the waterfall looks incredible, when the narrow amount of water runs into the base creating a massive splash. The walk to the foot of the Sipiso-Piso waterfall takes from 30min to 45min, depending on conditions. It is not a difficult route, but you need to be careful with steep stones especially at the end of the trail.
While walking down, you will pass few viewpoints with gorgeous scenery. With each passing minute, you would feel the chilly and refreshing air more and more. When you reach the end of the route, you will be mesmerized by the beauty of Nature. It is hard to find the words to describe the view!
It is possible to have a coffee and lunch there while looking at the giant Sipiso-Piso waterfall surrounded by green lush.
How to Get to Sipiso-Piso waterfall
If you are in Medan, catch a bus to Kabanjahe, the capital of Karo Regency. There are plenty of buses going this direction, so you will not have any problem. From Kabanjahe take a bus going to Siantar and tell the driver to drop you off at Sipiso-Piso waterfall. Then you have to walk around 20min – 25min or catch a bike taxi.
If you have a scooter, don’t forget to experience how locals live in the nearest villages. The land is inhabited by Karo people, who are mostly fisherman and farmers. At the end of the trip, I found a huge field of tea plantation, when coming back home. I couldn’t resist to take a photo of this gorgeous scenery. I was a beautiful day.
May 10, 2019 @ 9:43 pm
Thanks for visiting Indonesia…
Have plan to visit east java? My home near from Bromo Mountain…