je cherche pleins de renseignements sur l'ile de sumatra.J'en suis a un tout début de recherche, d'ou une mutitude de questions...
Pour y aller de paris le 1er juillet, y a t'il un moyen plus économique que le vol Paris /médan( environ 900E)?
Quel est le budget min par jour, en se logeant simplement( petit hotel, chez l'habitant) en utilisant les transports en commun....J'ai trouvé environ 15e par jour.ca vous parait réaliste??
Pensez vous que 3 semaines conviennent pour un voyage quand meme un peu approfondie??
Faut il prendre un traitement anti palu??
Est ce dangereux pour une fille seule??je pense que non mais atend confirmation!!
Je vous remercie vraiment pour tous les renseignements que vous pourrez me donner!!
j'y suis resté tres longtemps, tu peux me demander des infos precises en message privé si tu veux ..
15 euros par jour, c'est bien assez !
Pour les vols de Paris, je sais pas, mais quelle compagnie, ou fais tu escale ?
un vol pour Kl est surement moins cher, ensuite tu prendre le bateau pour traverser, mais tu as peu de temps..
3 semaines c'est peu bien sur, mais mieux que rien..
Jamais pris de traitement anti-palu, yen a pas, sauf ds quelques iles bien precises, depend ou tu veux aller..
Ci-dessous les informations pratiques concernant mon voyage de 15 jours a Sumatra en 2004. En trois semaines et en arrivant a KL tu peux de KL monter sur Penang et revenir via de Dumai (Sumatra) a Mallacca Me 5/05/2004 Malacca bateau 9h30, 20€. Arrivée Dumai 11h45. Bus pour Pekanbaru 4€ trajet 4h Hôtel Unedo douche + fan 5, 5€ Je 6/05 bus pour Bukkitinggi 2€ trajet 8h! Hôtel Bamboo Homestay douche 2, 5€ (eau chaude + 0, 5€) Ve 7/05, Sa 8/05, Di 9/05 et Lu 10/05 Excursion organisée à la découverte des Minangkabau 6, 5€ de 8h30 à 18h. Taxi pour Harau canyon de 12h à 17h 10€. Public bus pour lac Maninjau 0, 5€ trajet 1h30. Ma 11/05 avion (bus jusqu'au lac Toba : environ 18H!) Padang-Medan 30€ départ B.tinggi 7h arrivée Medan 11h Hôtel Zakia douche + fan 3€ Me 12/05 minibus pour lac Toba 4, 5€ trajet 3h30. Bateau pour Tuktuk 0, 4€ trajet 0h30. Hôtel Bagus Bay douche 2, 5€ Je 13/05, Ve 14/05 et Sa 15/05 île de Samosir moto 5€/j Di 16/05 bateau + minibus pour Siantar 0, 5€ + public bus pour Kabanjahe 0, 6€ + oplet pour Berastagi 0, 1€ trajet total 5h Hôtel Losmen Sibayak 2, 5€ (+douche chaude 0, 2€) Lu 17/05 visite de Cingkes (sans intérêt) et de Lingga (dans un drôle d'état) Ma 18/05 minibus-taxi pour Medan 3€ trajet 2h Me 19/05 avion pour Batan 38€ trajet 1h10 + taxi port de Sekupang 5, 5€ trajet 0h30 + bateau pour Singapore 9, 5€ trajet 1h NB je conseille d'organiser votre itinéraire dans l'autre sens et de démarrer par Medan en venant de Penang (par ex) et de terminer à Dumai pour Malacca (par ex) car la région de B.Tinggi est à mon avis la plus intéressante suivie par l'île de Samosir (architecture et tombes Batak Danau) Berastagi - à part ses volcans et la proximité de Bukit Lawang pour ceux qui veulent absolument voir des Orang Outangs semi-sauvage - ne possède déjà plus d'architectures en "bon état". Les prix sont donnés en € il suffit de mettre 4 zéros derrière pour obtenir la somme en rupias Bon voyage
"Nous ne sommes plus une communauté d'être humains qui se parlent mais un conglomérat de grappes de consommateurs en niches, séparés les uns des autres par des obsessions diverses et innombrables. Nous sommes de l'ère de la désintégration." Marc Moulin (1942-2008) in Humoeurs
Je pars moi aussi a Sumatra en juillet et j 'aurais voulu savoir pas quelle compagnie es tu passé pour le transfert padang-Medan, faut il reserver longtemps a l avance pour avoir des tarifs a 30E ?
Connais-tu l ile de Siberut ? Qu'y a t il a voir ?
Comme tu vois j ai plein de questions moi aussi !!
Merci d'avance et bonne année
Séb
oh niveau sécurité vous avez été tranquile??
oui, pas rencontré de "méchants" et pas eu vraiment peur de me balader dans des coins un peu paumés
Vous avez pu profiter de la foret??
Non, j'ai peur de la nature mais du coté de Aarau canyon (Bukkitinggi) il y a un parc naturel mais c'est la jungle pleine d'araignées, de moustiques et de cris bizarres Brrrr le tout dans une moiteur a vous tremper en 30 secondes
Et pour organiser tout ca vous vous etes appuyé sur quel guide??
Sur le Lonely Planet et aussi sur un livre paru chez Arthaud et dont le titre est Tableaux de Sumatra et qui a véritablement déclenché mon envie d'aller a Sumatra.
Achetez-vous le guide sur l'Indonésie de Lonely Planet et apres avoir tout lu je répondrai a vos autres questions
"Nous ne sommes plus une communauté d'être humains qui se parlent mais un conglomérat de grappes de consommateurs en niches, séparés les uns des autres par des obsessions diverses et innombrables. Nous sommes de l'ère de la désintégration." Marc Moulin (1942-2008) in Humoeurs
Comme tu es resté pas mal de temps sur Sumatra, peux tu me tuyauter sur des îles au large de Padang ?. Je connais un peu mais pas suffisamment. J'exclus les ïles aménagées pour touristes fortunés ( genre Cubadak ou Sikuei ) mais suis en quête d'îles toute simples, sans prétention, soit pour un repos en journée, ou pour y passer qq jours s'il y a des hébergements modestes.
J'ai lu et entendu parler de celles accessibles depuis Bungus Beach, sud de Padang. Les connais-tu ? Si oui, qu'en penses -tu ?.
Merci d'avance d'éclairer ma lanterne car je connais assez bien le pays Minangkabau mais question île, je ne suis pas au top.
On arrive juste de Bungus ou je peux signaler une Guesthouse basique, pas chère et sympa, le losmen TinTin, Rul et Al les proprios peuvent vous emmener avec leur bateau et un bon moteur en 40mn à l'île de Pagan pour la journée pour pas cher, sinon plein d'autres petites à côté de celle de Pagan pour le snorkelling.
Bon jour, je pars le 1 er mars pour une voyage de 3 semaines à sumatra. Je souhaiterais vraiment passer quelques jours à siberut et vivre avec les mentawais.…
Pour mon second voyage en Indonésie (je suis déjà allée à Java etBali), je souhaite voyager trois semaines à Sumatra fin juillet/début août, eneffectuant le…
J'aurais voulu avoir des avis sur le fait de voyager seule à Sumatra. Ca serait pour partir en septembre. Je comprends des forums que c'est largement moins…
Je pars le 09 Avril depuis Singapour direction Medan à Sumatra, je compte rallier le jour même Banda Aceh, rester 3/4 jours en tout (incluant Pulau Weh). J'ai…
Mon prochain voyage se fera en solo et pour 3 semaines uniquement. Je ne connais pas l'Indonésie et pour cette première découverte je souhaiterais me balader…
je pars seule en armenie mi septembre pour 3 semaines je me deplacerai en transports en commun et j'ai quelques questions :
- est ce que yandex fonctionne partout? meme dans les villages?
je cherche :
- adresses de guest houses sympa dans le nord (parc national) et le sud dont le village de ararat ,
et un hotel simple mais propre a erevan pratique pour ensuite aller gares routières
- vos bons tuyaux et conseils
en fait j'ai un peu peur d'être obligée de me cantonner aux sites touristiques , sans voiture . qu'en pensez vous?
merci de votre aide
I’m arriving in Tana on 9/10/26 as a solo female traveler.
Which hotel in Tana is good for the first night since I’ll get in at 10 PM?
What’s worth seeing around Tana?
I’m planning 2 nights in Tana,
then 2 nights in Andasibe? After that, Lake Itasy.
Any suggestions? Thanks
hi there
I’m leaving on October 1st for Rio, which I’ll be exploring over 10 days while staying in Copacabana and Ipanema.
After that, I’m heading to Ilha Grande, Paraty, and finally a flight to Iguaçu.
I’d love to hear your thoughts on Rio. Is it possible to walk around and explore without constantly worrying about getting my phone snatched?
I’m traveling alone and don’t speak Portuguese.
I need GPS to get around.
I love walking and don’t really like taking taxis, which is why I’ve booked two places to stay in Rio to experience different neighborhoods.
But is this doable given the security concerns there?!
In short, can you travel peacefully?
Thanks for your feedback if you’ve been to Rio!
Best,
I contacted several agencies in Madagascar to arrange this 4x4 trip along the coast.
Always the same answer: a tailor-made trip with at least 2 participants.
Since I don’t want to travel alone and a friend isn’t available, I’m looking for a woman to share this trip with the agency Mahay Mada, which offers a 12-day, 11-night tour of southern Madagascar. I’m available from August 23 to September 14.
Thanks for your direct response at 0784659791. See you soon, Mireille
I’d love to settle around Da Nang for about a month and explore the surrounding areas in Vietnam.
I’ve already been to this country and don’t feel like rushing around every day like I used to a few years ago.
I’d really like to find some company to stay for at least a month, and then maybe spend a month in Cambodia...
Given that I’m now 76, I don’t want to run around like I used to, trying to see everything...
I enjoy calm people... Those who love life and with whom I can share a beer... And meet people to create a great atmosphere—la dolce vita....
Hi everyone,
I’m a 67-year-old woman who loves to travel, and for my third solo trip, I’ve decided to explore Indonesia.
I’ll be there from September 1st to October 5th, and I’m really struggling to plan my itinerary.
I’d love any advice you can share—I’ll read it all carefully.
So far, I’ve booked my first two nights with a local host in Jakarta, and then I’m heading to Borobudur. That’s all I’ve got planned for now.
Do you think I should book accommodations and transport tickets in advance? It seems really complicated, or could I just decide day by day based on how I feel?
Thanks in advance for your replies!
Hi everyone,
I’m planning a solo trip to Mongolia this summer, without an agency. However, I’d like to have a guide accompany me for certain parts of my journey.
From my research, I understand that most "activities," accommodations, and transportation are best arranged day by day, depending on opportunities and encounters. Without an agency, everything is organized on the spot.
I’d love to hear more opinions on this, especially regarding the Orkhon Valley.
Here’s the itinerary I’m planning:
* UB -> Mörön (flight) -> Khatgal (local buses)
A few days at Lake Khövsgöl
* Khatgal -> Mörön -> Jargalant -> Tariat (local buses)
A few days at the White Lakes
* White Lakes -> Tsetserleg -> Kharkhorin (4x4 with driver)
A few days in the Orkhon Valley
+ the Eight Lakes (horseback trekking with a guide)
* Return to UB
From what I’ve gathered, the first part should be fairly straightforward, but I have questions about the Orkhon Valley.
Here are my questions:
-> Tsetserleg to Kharkhorin route:
Have any of you made this trip by booking a driver on the spot when arriving in Tsetserleg? Was it easy to find an available driver? And did you find it easy/difficult/impossible to find other travelers to share the ride with? Ideally, I’d like to share this leg with fellow travelers.
-> The Eight Lakes: Could you share your experience with the Eight Lakes? Did you easily find a guide directly on site? Were you able to share this experience with other travelers?
Last question for women who’ve traveled solo in Mongolia:
-> How did you experience it? Do you have any specific tips or recommendations?
I’m considering a road trip (rental car) to explore the Canadian Rockies in September 2026, starting in Calgary and ending with about 10 days in Vancouver and the surrounding area. (Two weeks in the Rockies and a little under two weeks in Vancouver and nearby.)
I’d like to say that being a woman traveling alone doesn’t really bother me. That’s not the issue. Being a woman is just how it is, and I don’t see that changing anytime soon, but traveling solo is something I could fix by finding travel companions. However, I had a not-so-great experience in India with two girls who were total strangers at first and turned out to be quite annoying, so I’m a bit put off by the idea now.
My question is simple, assuming I do this trip alone: is it worth sticking *only* to driving? I have **zero** sense of direction—with a map, I’m hopeless. So, is it realistic to think, "With my GPS, I’ll just drive from Calgary to Vancouver and see what I see," since I don’t see myself hiking alone? I’m not easily scared, but I wouldn’t feel confident doing that solo. Unless all the sightseeing is done with a guide (but then, hello, the cost—my budget isn’t exactly overflowing).
What do you all think?
Thanks for taking the time to read this.
Take care and happy travels.
Cheers,
Régine
Hi,
After a week of sports south of Bergen, I’m not sure what to visit during the following week between Bergen and Oslo.
I haven’t planned to rent a car.
I’d love your suggestions. Thanks
Hi everyone, I’m really keen to visit Iran for three weeks in mid-March 2015.
What worries me a bit isn’t so much traveling alone—I’m used to it and know the Middle East well—but rather the current events (Islamic State) that could potentially become dangerous.
Flights are pretty cheap at the moment, and I’d like to book before prices go up.
Any advice from people who know the ground situation and Iranian current affairs better than I do would be much appreciated! :)
Hi there! I’m in the middle of planning my first solo trip (as a woman). Do you have any ideal destinations with activities like hiking, diving, sightseeing, and easy ways to meet locals—all on a small budget?
I’d love to hear from anyone who’s had this experience before! :)
Hi there,
Who could recommend a reliable agency for visiting several islands, including the parks around Komodo? I’m traveling solo as a woman.
Thanks for your great tips!
Hi everyone,
I’m often in transit in Tokyo and I stay at the hotel because Japanese people speak little English and the signs are almost always in Japanese!
Any ideas for getting from Narita to a nice park or an onsen? I wanted to try Hokkaido, but apart from renting a car, it’s all trains! Any suggestions for a car with a driver? Or is it too expensive? Small group tours in Hokkaido? I read about the Explorator group’s offer—way too expensive!!!
I’ve got a maximum of 8 days. I’d just like a nice Japanese break.
Thanks for any tips you can share!
my friend, with whom I traveled to Iran, Myanmar, and India, really wanted to take a one-month trip to Armenia and Georgia. So we booked our flights (June 21 to July 19), but disaster struck—she can’t travel anymore due to serious family reasons.
Now I’m heading off on this adventure alone. It’s not that I’ve never traveled solo before—I spent three months exploring Southeast Asia by myself last year—but I still have a few questions, and I’d really appreciate your input.
* I don’t think traveling alone in these countries is very risky—what do you think?
* Maybe I could hire a driver? What would that cost, since some places seem tricky to reach by public transport. Do you have any driver recommendations?
* I don’t want to rent a car—the driving seems too unpredictable, especially in Georgia.
* I’d love to do some nice hikes—are there any guides available?
Here’s my rough itinerary:
YEREVAN and surroundings
YEGHEGNADZOR for Noravank
GORIS and TATEV
LAKE SEVAN
DILIJAN
HAGHPAT
TBILISI and surroundings
The CAUCASUS toward Mestia
UPLISTSIKHE
VARDZIA
Return to Yerevan for my flight
Thanks to anyone who can share their experiences or answer my questions!
Hi everyone,
I wanted to share a few tips that really helped me better prepare my carry-on luggage. After a few trips (and some mistakes too!), I’ve finally found a way to organize myself that makes life a lot easier. Maybe this can help other travelers here.
1. Choose a practical and sturdy bag
A good bag is the foundation. I’ve noticed that a model with a solid structure, sturdy wheels, and a well-thought-out interior really changes the experience. Hard-shell suitcases hold up better, especially when you’re hopping between flights. Personally, I use a Lambert suitcase because the interior is super well-divided, but the important thing is to find a model that works for you.
2. Rolling your clothes really works
It’s simple, but it saves so much space. Plus, it wrinkles less. I do this now for almost everything, especially lightweight clothes.
3. Keep everything in a small kit
100 ml liquids, toothbrush, cream, mini first-aid kit… Having all of that in one clear toiletry bag makes going through security much easier. It saves you from having to take everything out and put it back in a rush.
4. A pouch for essentials
Passport, headphones, charger, phone… I keep all of that in the same pouch. It saves so much stress when you need to find something quickly, especially on the plane.
5. Traveling lighter makes all the difference
Since I started choosing versatile clothes that mix and match well, I travel with a lot less. Less weight, fewer decisions to make, fewer things to lug around. It honestly makes traveling so much more enjoyable.
From the conversations I’ve had with other travelers (and several customers too), I’ve realized you can really simplify your trip just by organizing a little better and choosing good accessories.
If you have other tips or methods that work for you, I’d love to read them. We always learn from others on this forum.
Looking forward to exchanging with you all!
Hi,
Has anyone recently taken the boat to Casamance from Dakar and could share their experience?
From France, is it possible to book online, or do you need to go through an agency? How far in advance?
Boarding/disembarking: how does it work? Do we have to check in our luggage and then pick it up on arrival?
What’s the vibe like on the boat in the seating area?
Has anyone ever stopped over in Carabane? Accommodation options there?
Thanks so much if you have any recent info!
Exploring India by road is all about having a good driver. I highly recommend the one I’ve traveled with for 5 "safe" trips—Rajasthan 3 times over 16 years, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, and Punjab. He’s been driving tourists for 25 years now and is more than just a driver. He knows how to talk about his country, the cities you visit, and suggests alternative routes.
He’s well-connected with real local guides who don’t just ramble (as he puts it himself) or drag you into shops claiming to be run by their "so-called family." Depending on your preferences, he can suggest well-tested itineraries and recommend typical hotels like Havelis.
For dining, he oversees meal prep based on your spice-level preferences. He’s Sikh and deeply respectful of his passengers.
He speaks English better than French, but one of his daughters is studying French at university.
Hi,
We’d like to spend about twenty days in Albania next July. We’re two women traveling together and we’re thinking of renting a small car. Does that sound reasonable, or should we avoid it?
Thanks for your advice.
Hi there,
I’m spending a week in Morocco (Rabat - Meknes - Fes).
I’ll be traveling solo—is it safe for a woman over 60?
For transportation, I’m planning to take the train. I was thinking of buying my ticket last minute, but it’s around the end-of-year period…?
I’ll be in Meknes on December 31st—any suggestions on how they celebrate New Year’s Eve there?
Is anyone visiting these destinations? Maybe we could meet up…?
Thanks in advance.
Hi there,
After hearing so much about Djerba, especially the GO clubs, is it risky for a young, pretty newly-retired woman to visit the island alone?
Thanks in advance.
Hi,
Does anyone know how late the buses run from Cusco Airport to the city center? I land at 9:30 PM, plus time to clear customs, pick up my luggage, and exchange some money—figure an extra 30 to 45 minutes. Though, come to think of it, I still have 5 sols from last time—maybe that’ll be enough for the bus?
Thanks.
Brigitte
Planned arrival on Sunday evening, November 16, 2025, in San José. Staying 3 nights, then taking a bus to Tortuguero for 2 nights. Looking for a shared shuttle to La Fortuna for 2 nights, then a van-boat-van combo to Santa Elena for 2 or 3 nights. Heading to Quepos for 4 nights for day trips using local buses—Jaco, San Antonio, Uvita. After that, a full-day bus ride to Cahuita. I’m booking hotels as I go, which gives me the flexibility to stay longer in places I like. I’m looking for accommodations in city centers near restaurants and not too far from the bus station. Budget: 50 € for a room with a private bathroom (if you’ve got any great tips!). For my finale, I’ll cross the land border to Panama City for 4 days. Thanks for your suggestions! 😉
As I mentioned before, I’m heading to Istanbul next summer, and I’ve heard there have been quite a few attacks by Kurds in Turkey recently, which is making me hesitate about my trip.
What do you all think? :( I’m wondering if it’s really a good idea to go...
Hi everyone,
I’m 66 and just discovered solo travel in Uzbekistan—I loved it! So I’ve decided to explore Africa, starting with Senegal. I’m just beginning my research, but if anyone can give me advice on which month to go, what to see, and whether this destination is safe—or maybe suggest another African country—I’d really appreciate your tips!
Hi there!
We’re leaving in early November for a month.
Here’s our itinerary:
Arrival in Takhmau, then heading to:
Kampong Cham
Kratie – 2 days
Mondolkiri – 3 days
Ratanakiri – 3 days
Stung Treng – 1 day
Siem Reap – 4 days
Battambang – 1 day
Kampong Chhnang – 3 days
Kampot – 2 days
Islands (WE’RE HESITATING WHICH ONE?) – 4 DAYS
Phnom Penh – 2 days
That’s it! 😊
We’re backpacking… and we love spots that aren’t too touristy. If you’ve got any tips, we’re all ears!
Thanks
Hi there,
We’d like to stay in Switzerland for five days.
There are two of us (women).
We don’t know this country at all.
What cities or affordable spots would you recommend for visiting?
Cheap accommodation.
Looking for community-based options.
And being close to public transport.
Thanks for your tips and experiences!
Best regards.
Hi there,
I was wondering if anyone has taken a Rede Expressos bus from Lisbon Airport to Lagos, and if so, where exactly at the airport you need to board it? I’m worried I’ll get lost and miss my bus...
