Sibayak Mountain in the Karo Regency region, North Sumatra is one of the coolest mountains. Because without having to climb a few days, you can enjoy the beautiful view from the top of the mountain. The mountain Sibayak is one of the volcanoes of the highlands of Karo, with a height of 2094 m. The highest peak of Mount Sibayak is usually called Takal Kuda. This is the Karo language that means the head of the horse.
Besides the name that is worn by Sibayak is pretty well known, the mountain that she has is no less beautiful than other volcanoes. The panorama that stretches indefinitely during the climb to the summit also reminds us of the grandeur of the maker. When someone hears Sibayak's name, there is no doubt that the splendor of the name of the mountain goes to earth. Even the name of one of the "four star hotels" of the city of Berastagi, called "Hotel Sibayak". It seems that the Sibayak name has its own pride and beauty for those who wear it.
Mount Sibayak is a class of active volcanoes with hot steam. Moreover, the eruption that took place some time ago was enough to shake the rocks at the top of the mountain. The condition is quite "irregular" on the rocks, it becomes a unique thing that attracts tourists who like to test their adrenaline to try to conquer the Sibayak to reach its peak. The sight of the rising sun from the top of the mountain will amaze you. Sunlight touches your face and creates a warm atmosphere, replacing the cold night that surrounds your journey.
Yes, to see the sunrise, climbers choose to climb at night. Ideally, you start at the foot of the mountain at 2 o'clock in the morning. Do not worry, because the nightly atmosphere will always amaze you. More lights from the houses of inhabitants that illuminate the sky of Mount Sibayak. One moment lets you feel that you are on the moon because of the stability conditions when you climb full of rocks.
Besides the beauty of the landscapes, the water flow between the rocky mountains will refresh you. Many people use it as a source of drinking water. The water is cold and very clear. This is the main reason why the continuous flow of mountain springs is becoming one of the "AQUA" bottled water sources. The cold air of the mountains and the darkness of the sky, dotted with thousands of stars at the top, actually create a different natural atmosphere, as if we would imagine the surface on the moon, because there are sand, rocks and gravel.
At the summit, mountaineers usually try to reach one of the highest peaks of Sibayak called "Takal Kuda", taken in the karo, meaning "horse head." The Sibayak peak is located at the coordinates of 97 ° 30'BT and 4 ° 15'LS. The mountain that is included in the type of volcano that is still active with a stato (layered) has a hot steam, from this state contemplates the community mountain peaks and craters to save a million mysteries.
Apart from the peak, the crater area is no less unique. In addition to the found rock crater, the sulfur crater with an area of ??200 x 200 meters has a solfatara that always emits hot steam. To perpetuate the activity of the climbing crater that descends the crater. From the crater there is a certain degree of uniqueness that belongs to Sibayak and is very rarely found in other mountains. Usually the sloping area at the edge of the crater is used to set up a bivouac (tent) to reduce fatigue after a climb. Normally, Saturday nights and public holidays correspond to the high climbing season compared to normal days.
This mountain forest is included in the protected forest in the form of a mountainous natural forest, which is included in the Bukit Barisan Forest Park (Tahura), the third Tahura in Indonesia which has been established by the President with a presidential decree RI No. 48 19 November 1988, 1988. The development of this Tahura is an attempt to preserve natural resources and the use of the environment by strengthening the function and role of forests. The preserved mountain forest is part of the Leuser Ecosystem Zone (KEL), a river basin (DTA) for communities around mountains and forests.
To reach the summit of Mount Sibayak, climbers can enter through three jungle gates by tracing the trail through tropical nature and steep cliffs to the left and right of the climb. The jungle gate passes through the village of Raja Berneh (Semangat Gunung), line 54, boiled corn stews and Jaranguda about 500 meters from the town of Berastagi. The third lane is accessible by public transport from the city of Medan. The first route can be taken from the foot of Mount Sibayak in the village of Raja Berneh or often called "mountain spirit village". This village is 15 km from Berastagi. This path crosses hot springs scattered at the foot of the mountain. PT Pertamina also uses geothermal resources.
The second route is accessible from the foot of Mount Sibayak from the village of Jaranguda. This village is very close to the city of Berastagi, located only 3 km. For mountaineers or tourists, choose this path instead. The third line, known to be quite extreme, is line 54, which comes from the Penatapan area, located on the Medan-Berastagi highway. This line is located at kilometer 54 from Medan to Berastagi. This route is the longest and most extreme route. For beginners, it is not recommended to climb this way.
The road to the top of Sibayak already has concrete steps. However, these stairs sometimes make it difficult because it becomes a stagnant source of water because the hole ladder is eroded by rainwater sediments. After crossing the steps, you will hear a sound of voice and sulfur smoke in the crater of Mount Sibayak. An amount of IDR 2,000 per person will be requested before entering the mountain. So, make sure you have prepared the money to pay.
The position of Mount Sibayak, located in the town of Berastagi, will allow you to taste more easily the typical Berastagi cuisines sold along the Kota Road. You will also find it easy to find jasmine class accommodations in starred hotels. Recommended hotels close to this tourist attraction are Grand Mutiara Hotel. But at the location of these mountains, you can not of course get mixed up with the beautiful nature of the forest without modern facilities.
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