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Things to see in Tarutung (Indonesia): 8 places and when to go
Tarutung is a town in Indonesia, and this site lists 8 places in and around it, mainly Nature (7), Mountains (6), Hot springs (1). The best known are Imun, Dolok Manggipul and Dolok Siborotan. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: October to March. There are about 12 h 07 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Indonesia · 2.0171, 98.9667
- Places
- 8 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (7) · Mountains (6) · Hot springs (1)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- October to March.
- Nearest airport
- CGK Jakarta, 1,246 km as the crow flies
What to see in Tarutung
The places in and around Tarutung, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- ImunVolcanic cone in Sumatra, Indonesia16 km
- Dolok ManggipulMountain in Indonesia25 km
- Dolok SiborotanMountain in Indonesia24 km
- Tor Adiantol PingMountain in Indonesia11 km
- Tor BaieganjangMountain in Indonesia9.2 km
- Tor BululugoMountain in Indonesia16 km
- Tor SinoraMountain in Indonesia15 km
- Air Panas SipoholonHot spring6.9 km
When to go to Tarutung
The best time to visit Tarutung is April to September; also possible: October to March. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible11:54
- FebPossible11:56
- MarPossible11:59
- AprBest time12:03
- MayBest time12:05
- JunBest time12:07
- JulBest time12:06
- AugBest time12:04
- SepBest time12:01
- OctPossible11:57
- NovPossible11:54
- DecPossible11:53
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
There are about 12 h 07 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change. In April, 8 of the 8 places are at their best.
When to go to Indonesia in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Tarutung
The nearest main airport is Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK, Jakarta), 1,246 km as the crow flies. How to get around Indonesia (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Medan30 places178 km
- Bukittinggi14 places301 km
- Langsa21 places316 km
- Sawahlunto12 places361 km
- Padang41 places366 km
- Lhokseumawe15 places407 km
And all of Indonesia, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Tarutung?
The best known: Imun, Dolok Manggipul, Dolok Siborotan, Tor Adiantol Ping, Tor Baieganjang. In all, 8 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Tarutung?
April to September; also possible: October to March. There are about 12 h 07 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change.
How do you get to Tarutung?
The nearest main airport is Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), 1,246 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Tarutung as the destination and these 8 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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