After a good breakfast, we bid a fond farewell to the lovely Harau Valley and head off in search of Rafflesia arnoldi, the world’s largest flower. There’s no guarantee that this elusive plant will be in bloom, but if it is we will make every effort to see it deep in the Sumatran rainforest

Lunch will be served along the way to Lake Maninjau at a hilltop restaurant with a stunning view of the valley below

Even failing a Rafflesia in bloom, we are guaranteed a spectacular hike as we drive to the crater rim of Lake Maninjau and hike for 2-3 hours down hill through a gorgeous primary rainforest. In addition to the rich flora of this site, there should also be excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing.

Reaching the lakeshore, we can all relax tired muscles in a soothing hot spring before digging in to a great dinner After checking in to our lakeside lodge camp, we will board a boat to enjoy a a fishing trip and sunset cruise out on this vast crater lake

Overnight: Lake Manijau Lodge/Camp