Another striking video. That walk up the mountain alone; partly brave and partly foolhardy. Good mix. This whole series in Sumatra has been a treat. Thanks.
Hiya. STL. Wow. What an intro. *Congratulations 46K* Breakfast looked so good. Those pink curtains are wild. Lol. The Barbie song comes to mind. 🤣That was a long drive. Love his name, Mr. Moon. Great hike. True about pricing. Heard a few people complaining about that. But when you put it that way. So true. Sharing your thoughts and feelings is not ranting. Great footage and views. Spectacular. Wow. The viewer would agree. Great hike. Going down was sketchy. Gosh. Turned my stomach. Lol. Hard to leave their homes, but safer. Loved the footage. Nice to see you hiking. And great to see you having a good time. The sound of the ladies laughing. So funny. Always informative. Your food looked good. Great video. Have a great week. Can not wait for the next one
Thx Nicky! But again unfortunately only about 3K of my 40K-ish mainly Thailand Beach subscribers are watching this series. Ah well, they're missing out but at least we're having fun lol. Btw, I see you're doing daily vids at 7:45 PM GMT, bet Buddy's luvvin it! Cheers STL
Per the Dual Pricing, I always look at the added freedom you get in most Asian countries as part of the appeal. Compared to the endless rules & restrictions in countries like Canada, England & Switzerland, it makes me realize & appreciate the freedom & being responsible for ones self instead of the endless Nanny State. Your videos should make it on to a TV Series they are that well done.
Quote @daytriker: "It makes me realize & appreciate the freedom & being responsible for ones self instead of the endless Nanny State" Could not agree more, well said! Cheers, STL
nice video.. Sibayak mountain looks like Papandayan Mountain in Garut, West Java.Judging form your video, the trail is very obvious, not hard to find the route i guess.. I plan to go SIbayak for chasing the sunrise next month..
Please don't fall or get hurt, we need you out here. Love all your videos bro, you rock and opened my eyes to a whole bew world. 🍻 Cheers and God bless
Evening, yet another wonderful video. Concerning the dual pricing and safety concerns, thanks for bringing these issues up and creating a place for discussion. As far as dual pricing is concerned - those who are complaining (in my opinion) are those who can more than afford it. Most travellers from the West, even those on a tight budget, have way more disposable income to play with than most if not all locals. Most of us choose to travel thru Asia not only for the culture and beauty but because of the low costs involved, especially with regards to food and accommodation so the added few dollars per day in additional charges for activities are actually a minimal addition to the overall cost of your adventure, in other words just deal with it. Concerning the safety aspect - I believe that it is time people started to take more responsibility for themselves, stop depending on someone else to ensure things are safe for you - use common sense and take precautions and you should be fine, if at all worries just ensure you have a good travel insurance policy and get on with enjoying your holiday. 😉😉😊😊😁😁
Bukit Lawang is a realy nice little village. friendly people everywhere . good food also . BUT our 2days jungle trip..was amazing, best ever. Thanks for sharing again ...we love ur vlogs...
I was a little worried when you went up that scree, glad you survived 😯🌋. Can't wait for your next installment. I totally agree with you on the dual pricing debate and the health and safety issues, just apply common sense and don't depend on others all the time.
As always another fantastic video. Thanks to you I am addicted to Koh Samui now but after this series I might have to change up my next travel plans. LOL
You talked about you ranting, but actually you hardly ever rant, but since you brought it up, I agree with everything that you said and I enjoyed the video
Comeback to lake toba on 24 february,you can see speedboat race world (F1H2O) which will be attended by more than 15 countries in the world, and will be carried out in the city of Balige, approximately 6 hours from the city of Medan
The dual pricing doesn’t bother me too much, it’s not really that much money, it’s usually only a couple dollars difference……the views were awesome hiking and from the top, I lot of it looked like the big island of Hawaii…..great video STL!
Really enjoyable! I lived in Phuket in the 90's and went to Sumatra several times, and climbed Sinabung and Sibayak. In Bukit Lawang I remember "inner tube rafting" down the river and back by bus! Seems to be all the same- except the Sinabung eruptions.
well that was quite the climb, good on you for completeing the hike. Mt Sinabung remindes me of Mt. Baker, minus the snow of course and oh so lush, great resorts and food to beat. Mr Mum great guide. Much enjoyed, thanks again!!
Thanks Rudy, also for memories of Mt Baker. I've climbed Mt Baker a few times. Once hiked up in spring with skiis on my back then skiied down to the tree line in shorts, loved it!
Woow u got every step on north sumatera tourist destinations, i've thought u just visit toba lake n medan city, but i'm wrong after i scroll all u videos, god bless u bro, nice to watch all u videos, 👍👍👍 my hi from west sumatera 👋
I am sure Life over there is not Perfect all the time....... But from what you are showing to us STL, It looks pretty dam close...... I watch every second because you make it Mesmerising..... So Thanks for that.... :-)))
Very few of my majority Thailand-centric subs are following this series, so thanks for viewing, much appreciated! PS: Are you not getting new SideTripLife vid notifications from YT?
Hello Fantastic video and thrilling journey to the top of the volcanic mountain. Have watched all your videos of Sumatra series, all are wonderful. After watching your videos got inspired to visit Sumatra island. We have planned to visit Lake Toba, Berastagi and Bukit Lawang this month end. The ph no. of the driver (Moon) does not exist now. Can you please suggest me any other number. Thank you.
Not ranting STL. I agree entirely with your sentiments regarding complaints by foreigners who want everything cheap but also want the same standards as back home. They should stay home and leave these places to us. Also thank god you didn’t fall into the caldera, SIDE TRIP DEATH is not a good channel name.
AGREE @Alistair Taylor "Foreigners who want everything cheap but also want the same standards as back home" Pretty much describes the avg expat complainer over here lol. Meanwhile, here we are in paradise, try to enjoy! (just use cautions & yes prefer SideTripLIFE;) Cheers! STL
Hi. Is it possible to drive to the start of the trail of sibayak on a scooter? Some people here are saying the car is needed because the road is bad. But im prettty sure they just want me to buy a tour. Thanks for ur time !
if I had a scooter I would've taken it but pls WEAR A HELMET. The road to the parking lot was fine. After walking about 10 mins from the parking lot to the trail head noticed a couple scooters before the trail head where you sign in. Perhaps the staff's bikes. Cheers
Hi, I've been enjoying your Indonesia adventure.... Question please, is the Indonesia visa still 30 days or can you extend? 30 days is no where near enough for a country that size.
With the number of Bangkok plates on BMW, Mercs and Landcruisers that I see in national parks, they are probably earning as much as the rest of us. The poor and rural Thai people can't afford holidays.
So "Let them eat cake"? Edit to add: have seen some amazing deflections by expats to justify whinging over paying a couple bucks extra but this one is 'rich' lol. There's plenty of reg families at Ntnl parks and if our paltry subsidy allows any poorer local kid or family access to their own Ntnl Parks, great.
You are absolutely correct about the people who complain about the dual pricing. We get paid more in a day than most Thai people do in a month. Also the minor additional risks only serve to add to the adventure and the realism of the place. We are so used to being wrapped up in cotton wool and not taking responsibility for our own actions. In Australia we would tell those people to eat a bag of cement and harden the F Up. Learn to live naturally and enjoy what life has to offer.
Sorry bout that, I just click 'yes' and let YT do its thing. Btw, perspective: avg NFL game has just 11 minutes of actual play time but takes 3 hours with ads and whistles lol
ok so what's the end game... you travel to these places for what 🤔 they all look similar whoopee dooo... and the purpose of these travels is what.... 💁♂️
Lovely. its so beautiful. Didnt realiaze indonesia is so beautiful.
Another striking video. That walk up the mountain alone; partly brave and partly foolhardy. Good mix. This whole series in Sumatra has been a treat. Thanks.
Hiya. STL.
Wow. What an intro. *Congratulations 46K*
Breakfast looked so good. Those pink curtains are wild. Lol. The Barbie song comes to mind. 🤣That was a long drive. Love his name, Mr. Moon.
Great hike. True about pricing. Heard a few people complaining about that. But when you put it that way. So true. Sharing your thoughts and feelings is not ranting.
Great footage and views. Spectacular. Wow. The viewer would agree. Great hike.
Going down was sketchy. Gosh. Turned my stomach. Lol.
Hard to leave their homes, but safer. Loved the footage. Nice to see you hiking. And great to see you having a good time. The sound of the ladies laughing. So funny.
Always informative. Your food looked good. Great video. Have a great week. Can not wait for the next one
Thx Nicky! But again unfortunately only about 3K of my 40K-ish mainly Thailand Beach subscribers are watching this series. Ah well, they're missing out but at least we're having fun lol. Btw, I see you're doing daily vids at 7:45 PM GMT, bet Buddy's luvvin it! Cheers STL
Per the Dual Pricing, I always look at the added freedom you get in most Asian countries as part of the appeal. Compared to the endless rules & restrictions in countries like Canada, England & Switzerland, it makes me realize & appreciate the freedom & being responsible for ones self instead of the endless Nanny State. Your videos should make it on to a TV Series they are that well done.
Quote @daytriker: "It makes me realize & appreciate the freedom & being responsible for ones self instead of the endless Nanny State" Could not agree more, well said! Cheers, STL
I definitely wouldn't have gone anywhere near the edge of that volcano, I'm clumsy at the best of times. Great video as always, Sidie- thank you!!
nice video.. Sibayak mountain looks like Papandayan Mountain in Garut, West Java.Judging form your video, the trail is very obvious, not hard to find the route i guess.. I plan to go SIbayak for chasing the sunrise next month..
Really enjoying this series, more places to put on my list to visit, thanks for doing such good recon work!
Please don't fall or get hurt, we need you out here. Love all your videos bro, you rock and opened my eyes to a whole bew world. 🍻 Cheers and God bless
Thanks. Being overly cautious isn't really in my dna but will try to be at least a wee bit more careful on future adventures. Cheers STL
Plenty of wow - luv the rawness of the volcano and that sulphur puff - amazing - Bukit Lawang looks a real treat 👌👋🙏👍
Evening, yet another wonderful video. Concerning the dual pricing and safety concerns, thanks for bringing these issues up and creating a place for discussion. As far as dual pricing is concerned - those who are complaining (in my opinion) are those who can more than afford it. Most travellers from the West, even those on a tight budget, have way more disposable income to play with than most if not all locals. Most of us choose to travel thru Asia not only for the culture and beauty but because of the low costs involved, especially with regards to food and accommodation so the added few dollars per day in additional charges for activities are actually a minimal addition to the overall cost of your adventure, in other words just deal with it. Concerning the safety aspect - I believe that it is time people started to take more responsibility for themselves, stop depending on someone else to ensure things are safe for you - use common sense and take precautions and you should be fine, if at all worries just ensure you have a good travel insurance policy and get on with enjoying your holiday. 😉😉😊😊😁😁
Bukit Lawang is a realy nice little village. friendly people everywhere . good food also . BUT our 2days jungle trip..was amazing, best ever. Thanks for sharing again ...we love ur vlogs...
I was a little worried when you went up that scree, glad you survived 😯🌋. Can't wait for your next installment. I totally agree with you on the dual pricing debate and the health and safety issues, just apply common sense and don't depend on others all the time.
As always another fantastic video. Thanks to you I am addicted to Koh Samui now but after this series I might have to change up my next travel plans. LOL
You talked about you ranting, but actually you hardly ever rant, but since you brought it up, I agree with everything that you said and I enjoyed the video
Wow, what a hotel with amazing Indonesian hospitality! Sounds like you still have a sore throat. Feel better.
Comeback to lake toba on 24 february,you can see speedboat race world (F1H2O) which will be attended by more than 15 countries in the world, and will be carried out in the city of Balige, approximately 6 hours from the city of Medan
The dual pricing doesn’t bother me too much, it’s not really that much money, it’s usually only a couple dollars difference……the views were awesome hiking and from the top, I lot of it looked like the big island of Hawaii…..great video STL!
By far the best video in the series, thank you!
Thanks! But also the least watched, sigh....
Really enjoyable! I lived in Phuket in the 90's and went to Sumatra several times, and climbed Sinabung and Sibayak. In Bukit Lawang I remember "inner tube rafting" down the river and back by bus! Seems to be all the same- except the Sinabung eruptions.
Did you fix your drone app, by downloading the app or just update fram the DJI website, not from google store?
DJI Website direct
Thankyou for the video ,I ever hike mt sibayak but only reach crater,dare not go to the top.
Nice one mate….you have plenty bottle to do that first Trail especially on your own. RegardsRobbie
Cheers Rob. Btw bottle in this case is pronounced 'stoopid' lol
well that was quite the climb, good on you for completeing the hike. Mt Sinabung remindes me of Mt. Baker, minus the snow of course and oh so lush, great resorts and food to beat. Mr Mum great guide. Much enjoyed, thanks again!!
Thanks Rudy, also for memories of Mt Baker. I've climbed Mt Baker a few times. Once hiked up in spring with skiis on my back then skiied down to the tree line in shorts, loved it!
well i must say that was quite the trek on Mt Baker, not once but twice and in shorts no less, your quite the risk taker. Thanks for sharing
Woow u got every step on north sumatera tourist destinations, i've thought u just visit toba lake n medan city, but i'm wrong after i scroll all u videos, god bless u bro, nice to watch all u videos, 👍👍👍 my hi from west sumatera 👋
In gibraltar you pay to go up the rock, locals go up for free. National parks have been created and you have to pay.
Good stuff.
I am sure Life over there is not Perfect all the time....... But from what you are showing to us STL, It looks pretty dam close...... I watch every second because you make it Mesmerising..... So Thanks for that.... :-)))
Thanks SB. Some pretty/amazing sights for sure.
Incredible!
Thought you’d gone AWOL dude. Great work.
Very few of my majority Thailand-centric subs are following this series, so thanks for viewing, much appreciated! PS: Are you not getting new SideTripLife vid notifications from YT?
Good video 🙏🏻
Hello
Fantastic video and thrilling journey to the top of the volcanic mountain. Have watched all your videos of Sumatra series, all are wonderful. After watching your videos got inspired to visit Sumatra island. We have planned to visit Lake Toba, Berastagi and Bukit Lawang this month end. The ph no. of the driver (Moon) does not exist now. Can you please suggest me any other number. Thank you.
Hi, you could try contacting a local TH-cam couple who live there and they may know a driver: www.youtube.com/@ExploringSumatra
magnificent!
Not ranting STL. I agree entirely with your sentiments regarding complaints by foreigners who want everything cheap but also want the same standards as back home. They should stay home and leave these places to us. Also thank god you didn’t fall into the caldera, SIDE TRIP DEATH is not a good channel name.
AGREE @Alistair Taylor "Foreigners who want everything cheap but also want the same standards as back home" Pretty much describes the avg expat complainer over here lol. Meanwhile, here we are in paradise, try to enjoy! (just use cautions & yes prefer SideTripLIFE;) Cheers! STL
Pay to walk and enjoy nature 🤔
I'm bit afraid of the height. Seeing you there on top of the hill my heart was racing
So was mine! lol
nice video bro
This is NO time to post a video. (4am here). Now I'm torn between getting my work done, and watching this video 😅
work or watch my vid, hmmm.... (no brainer lol;)
As for the dual fees: I like to look at it this way: there's a fee, and the locals get a discount.
It's quite logical if you think about it.
Geogle doesn't see the roads..LOL ......
Mr Moon 2023
Hi. Is it possible to drive to the start of the trail of sibayak on a scooter? Some people here are saying the car is needed because the road is bad. But im prettty sure they just want me to buy a tour. Thanks for ur time !
if I had a scooter I would've taken it but pls WEAR A HELMET. The road to the parking lot was fine. After walking about 10 mins from the parking lot to the trail head noticed a couple scooters before the trail head where you sign in. Perhaps the staff's bikes. Cheers
@@SideTripLife thanks very much, i had a great hike today!
I live in wales,we have have 4 national parks and all are you free you don’t have to a penny 🤷🏼♂️
Hi, I've been enjoying your Indonesia adventure.... Question please, is the Indonesia visa still 30 days or can you extend? 30 days is no where near enough for a country that size.
Thanks Roger. Visa on arrival 30 days and can extend another 30.
Someone know somebody who brings me up to sinabung? 😊
With the number of Bangkok plates on BMW, Mercs and Landcruisers that I see in national parks, they are probably earning as much as the rest of us. The poor and rural Thai people can't afford holidays.
So "Let them eat cake"? Edit to add: have seen some amazing deflections by expats to justify whinging over paying a couple bucks extra but this one is 'rich' lol. There's plenty of reg families at Ntnl parks and if our paltry subsidy allows any poorer local kid or family access to their own Ntnl Parks, great.
You are absolutely correct about the people who complain about the dual pricing. We get paid more in a day than most Thai people do in a month. Also the minor additional risks only serve to add to the adventure and the realism of the place. We are so used to being wrapped up in cotton wool and not taking responsibility for our own actions. In Australia we would tell those people to eat a bag of cement and harden the F Up. Learn to live naturally and enjoy what life has to offer.
I wish YT had a place to pin 'top comment' on one's entire channel, this would be it. Cheers, STL
Six different Advertisement Breaks 🤷♂️
Sorry bout that, I just click 'yes' and let YT do its thing. Btw, perspective: avg NFL game has just 11 minutes of actual play time but takes 3 hours with ads and whistles lol
ok so what's the end game... you travel to these places for what 🤔 they all look similar whoopee dooo... and the purpose of these travels is what.... 💁♂️
Maybe just me but getting out and seeing the world lifts me up and opens my eyes. Cheers