Perfect to experience the nature by the beach

Stayed in September 2024

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This is almost a no frills, get back to nature, live on a desert island by the edge of the jungle, in a bungalow hand built from driftwood, swing in a hammock, swim with the turtles, Robinson Crusoe experience. If you are expecting and ready for that experience, it can be fantastic. On the other hand, if you are not prepared or looking for that experience, it can be a disaster. The frills include a mosquito net for your bed, a bed which is quite comfortable, solar powered internet and lighting, lunch and dinner sent over by boat from the nearest village. This is a case where you should read every review closely before you decide whether this experience is for you. Because for all the positives of an escape back to nature, there are just as many negatives to living on a remote beach in a hand built bungalow on the edge of the jungle.

Stayed in September 2024

It was honestly great, if i was working i'd want faster internet but actually thats not a concern on holiday.

The place itself is absolutely beautiful, authentic, rustic, eco-friendly and natural. The accommodations are basic but for the price they're brilliant. The staff are great people. There's nothing more to ask for except a good book.

Stayed in August 2024

This place is just incredible and beautiful. If you are looking for paradise you will find it here! The staff is just incredible the exchange is easy and the delicious food I recommend you 1000 times

Stayed in August 2024

Nothing

Where to start? Fantastic staff Fantastic place to calm down Turtles everyday Nice food and nice boatdriver - nice trip with Nop Good Organisation We will come back, if we are in near of Padang!!

Stayed in August 2024

The lack of internet made it difficult to keep in touch.

Everything needed for a relaxing budget vacation was available. Comfortable bed, amazing view, friendly owner. Meals were provided (banana pancakes for breakfast included, lunch and dinner brought by boat at reasonable price). Snorkeling in front of lodge and at nearby islands was good.

Stayed in June 2024

Lots of mosquitoes (not the fault of the owner, but make sure to bring enough GOOD insect spray. The food was nice, but a bit more variation would be nice. There could be more hammocks at the stay.

Amazing location, good but cold ‘shower’ and toilet were good. Good snorkeling for turtles!! The owner truly is the best and speaks English well! Raqai was super helpful, even after we left the place. Pickup from airport available for fair prices. Snorkeling masks, water shoes/ canoe/supboards for rent.

Stayed in May 2024

Great host! A true ecolodge in a hidden paradise. Sure going to visit in future ✌️

Stayed in May 2024

There are no words to explain how wonderful it is! Forget about facilities and usual reviews, here you will get the experience which you were looking for… Paradise beach with lavish plantations, huts made from broken boats and coconut trees, turtles and coral reef just 5 metres from the shore. Ricky, the owner, is a guy who you will remember as your friend from Sumatra, somebody who you long to visit again. We really didnt want to leave this place!

Stayed in February 2024

We’ve had an amazing stay at Sumatra Ecolodge! It is obviously no luxury ( no hot water, almost no reception, no GENERATORS), but in exchange you get the pure relaxing experience in the middle of nowhere, where you can spend your time just sitting on a beach watching turtles taking a breath on the water surface. I wish we could spend a couple more days. Rakai is a great host and a person to talk to.

Stayed in March 2024

This isn't so much a negative as a heads-up - the lodge has no internet connection (there is some on the beach and around the headland), no AC, no electricity in the rooms other than solar powered lights and lots of mosquitos - though the bed is under a mosquito net. This is part of the charm of the place but make sure you know what to expect.

Sumatra Ecolodge is a stunning location in a beautiful part of the world. The reef in the bay is home to sea turtles, hermit crabs and many colourful fish which you can meet using the kayak or by snorkelling from the lodge. The food brought by the boatman each day is simple and tasty. You can ask ahead if you want vegetarian food. It was great to spend a few days in nature living in a more environmentally friendly way - something that we all must do to protect such beautiful places. We hope to be back.

Stayed in March 2024

What a wonderful stay at Sumatra Ecolodge ! The place is incredible, and Rakai such a good host ! Don't hesitate, you won't regret it 🤙

Stayed in March 2024

Little piece of paradise. Nice and quiet. Felt absolutely magical to just swim or look over the bay and see all the turtles there. Good spot for just chilling, enjoying nature or kayaking/snorkeling. The cabins are rustic but cute. Raqay is an awesome, generous guy.

Stayed in March 2024

Beautiful place, perfect to disconnect, nice snorkelling right in front of the beach

Stayed in December 2023

Near impossible access to the toilet area adjacent to my bungalow for anyone with restricted mobility. The steps were slippy and very steep. A handrail is essential here. The food arrangements clearly need thinking about. They come by boat earlier in the day and are served cold later. Not great, athough there is a kitchen at the lodge with a gas supply, so that could be solved easily.

The owner was very interesting to talk to. Breakfast cooked fresh, with tea/coffee offered regularly which was very nice. There is a communal fresh water shower which is very pleasant. The sea is very warm and safe for paddling near the shore. The communal seating area is a nice place to meet others and hang out.

Stayed in January 2024

Quiet paradise

Stayed in January 2024

The lodge is superb in nature preservation. I feel like i’m saving the earth by staying at this lodge. Nice view from the room. Eco-consious traveller should stay here.

Stayed in December 2023

Nothing, everything was very nice. However, be reminded to bring beach shoes as there are a lot of corals.

Fabulous location, extremely beautiful and quiet, perfect to release stress and if you love nature.

Stayed in November 2023

I had the most amazing stay. The location is a natural paradise, you hear all the sounds the jungle has to offer and the snorkelling is fantastic!! The accommodation itself is very basic and there is no wifi or signal really so be warned! I honestly think though that this adds to the experience as you can really connect with yourself away from all the stresses of normal life. Dana and Raqay were super lovely and along with the other guests it felt like we were a little family. I highly recommend this place!!

Stayed in August 2023

Great localization, houses on the tree with ocean view, hidden in a jungle. Probably one of the best places for snorkenling, beautiful islands (one of them - Pasumpahan is in front of the lodge). Atmosphere was amazing and personel was extremly kind and helpful.

Stayed in September 2023

We loved it but if you want luxury and internet this is not your place.

We loved the genuin experience! It was basic and that was the charm, simple life, no internet, good conversations, great spot, great snorkeling! I absolutely recommend this if you want some down time without your phone in a peaceful environment!

Stayed in September 2023

Nothing. Just don't expect comfort.

Raqai en Dana are the best! They make you feel very welcome While doing their own thing. In this way you get to know a little how they live. Raqai has a very good mindset about sustainability and the environment and Dana has a wonderful vibe and took me snorkeling and showed me Nemo! I also went kayaking and this was absolutely the best!

Stayed in August 2023

Stunning location. Snorkels and kayaks available for rent to explore the surrounding area. Very helpful & friendly host - he organised transport to and from the island for us plus meal deliveries. Great breakfast. Very relaxed & comfortable stay. True ecolodge.

Stayed in July 2023

I found it difficult to get to the ecolodge and was ripped off twice (by boatmen and motorbike rider)

It was unforgettable experience, three bright and pleasant days. I was met by Dana, who working there like volunteer. She patiently explained to me everything. Despite the facilities are very basic, I was enjoying my stay. Your house is facing the sea and surrounded by the forest, cheeky monkey and squirrels jumping on the trees. It feels like paradise! The owner can lend you kayak (payable) and you can explore the nearest islands (I was managed to explore most of them). The price for the room is increadibly low. The owner is very pleasant erudite man.

Stayed in July 2023