Sumatra Private Tours | French Guide | Orangutans, Lake Toba, Harau Valley & Mentawai
About Fred

Sumatra & Mentawai
Private & authentic adventures

10+Years in Sumatra
3Regions & Islands Explored
100%Private Tours
3Languages
French · English · Indonesian

My name is Fred, I am a French guide living in Sumatra for more than ten years. Whether you are travelling alone, as a couple, with family or with a group I will design the journey that is best for you. Everything is flexible and designed around your interests, from classic itineraries to fully private tailor-made expeditions.

Experience ethical orangutan trekking in the heart of Gunung Leuser National Park, discover Batak culture on Lake Toba, explore the cliffs of Harau Valley or encounter the ancient Mentawai tribes. Share your inspiration with us and we will create a journey that mixes authentic experiences, eco-friendly travel and meaningful adventures far from mass tourism.

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Interactive Map

Explore Sumatra region by region

From the rainforests of Aceh to the remote Mentawai Islands — each region has its own soul. Click a region to discover what awaits you.

PULAU WEH Aceh · Diving NORTH SUMATRA Orangutans · Lake Toba WEST SUMATRA Harau · Minangkabau MENTAWAI Tribes · Surf · Islands OFF BEATEN PATH Hidden Gems N
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Click any region marker on the map to explore what awaits you — from wild jungles to remote tribal islands.
Destinations & Expeditions

Explore Sumatra your way

05 Unique Destinations
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North Sumatra — orangutan trekking
North Sumatra

North Sumatra

Jungle Trekking, Orangutans & Lake Toba
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Harau Valley — West Sumatra
West Sumatra

West Sumatra

Culture, Cuisine & Highlands
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Pulau Weh diving
Pulau Weh

Pulau Weh Diving

Snorkeling, Diving & Island Life
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Mentawai Islands tribal culture
Mentawai Islands

Mentawai Islands

Tribal Culture & Island Life
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Off the beaten path Sumatra
Off The Beaten Path

Off the Beaten Path

Hidden Villages & Authentic Encounters
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Our Experiences

Handpicked experiences crafted for you

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Our Philosophy

Private tours,
real experiences

Whether you want a private tour, a group adventure or a classic itinerary — I'll make sure you see the real Sumatra.

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Wild Nature

Orangutan trekking, active volcanoes, hidden waterfalls and pristine beaches — Sumatra is one of the most biodiverse islands on Earth.

Local Encounters

Real time with Batak, Minangkabau and Mentawai people — authentic exchanges, sharing meals, ceremonies and daily life.

Fully Tailored

Your dates, your pace, your interests. I handle everything: transport, accommodation, local guides.

Responsible Tourism

I work with local guides, family-run guesthouses and community-based operators to ensure the fragile ecosystems of Sumatra are preserved.

Wildlife & Nature

One of the most biodiverse islands on the planet

One of only two places on Earth where orangutans still live in the wild. Sumatran tigers, elephants, rhinoceros, and the legendary Rafflesia.

10+National Parks
50+Volcanoes
2500Years of Mentawai Culture
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Testimonials

What our
travellers say

"I spent fifteen days traveling between North and West Sumatra. Fred was great, very flexible. My favorite memory is the orangutans in Bukit Lawang — right in the middle of the rainy season! We got completely wet. These are memories I will never forget."

— Damien, Paris · North & West Sumatra · October 2025

"3 weeks starting in the North, then the West, finishing in the Mentawai Islands with the flower people. Sylvie didn't dare get a Mentawai tattoo at the time, now she regrets it! A huge thank you to Fred for his kindness and professionalism."

— Pierre & Sylvie, Paris · North Sumatra, West Sumatra & Mentawai · 2022

"6 days travelling by minibus with a group of 6 people. We went to my mother's home country. It was really important to me because I am French and Indonesian. The trip was well planned from the beginning to the end. Not a single regret."

— Marie, St Emilion · West Sumatra · 2021

"A trip for two through West Sumatra and the Mentawai Islands, with Fred by our side. This remains one of our best trips ever."

— Franck & Annie, Narbonne · West Sumatra & Mentawai · 2020

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Your Sumatra
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Share your dates, your wishes and your pace.
Fred will build your custom expedition.