About Sipiso-piso Waterfall
Sipiso-piso Waterfall is a 120-metre plunge waterfall located in Tongging Village, Merek District, Karo Regency, North Sumatra, on the northern rim of Lake Toba caldera. Formed by an underground river on the Karo Plateau, it is one of Indonesia's tallest waterfalls. The site is notable for its narrow vertical drop, panoramic views over Lake Toba, and its location within the highlands near Berastagi and Kabanjahe.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a tall, narrow waterfall plunging 120 metres into a gorge below the Karo Plateau, with a paved viewpoint at the top offering panoramic views of Lake Toba. A steep stairway of approximately 1,000 steps leads down to the base area near the plunge pool. The surroundings are forested highland with viewing platforms, photo spots, and small stalls. The lower area allows closer views of the falls and the gorge.
Key highlights
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120-metre plunge waterfall, one of the tallest in Indonesia
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Panoramic viewpoint overlooking Lake Toba from the Karo highlands
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Steep stair trail descending to the base of the falls
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Formed by an underground river flowing from the Karo Plateau
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Located in Tongging Village on the northern edge of the Lake Toba caldera
Culture & Context
The waterfall is associated with local Karo folklore and is a well-known natural landmark for communities around Lake Toba, often visited as part of cultural and nature tourism in the Karo Highlands.
Route
| By air | Fly to Kualanamu International Airport near Medan, then continue by road to Karo Regency |
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| By road | Accessible by road from Medan via Berastagi to Tongging Village in Merek District, approximately 90-100 km from Medan; private car, rental car or taxi is the most common option |