Once was the main seaport on the west coast of the province of North Sumatra, the town of Sibolga now serves as the main exporter or camphor. Tourists do not commonly know Sibolga, but it offers a rich Indonesian experience for those who willing to visit. Sibolga is also the main gateway to the island of Nias, which is famous for its rolling surf and megalithic culture.

Best time to fly from Cebu to Sibolga

If you prefer not to be drenched in the rain, you might want to visit during the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitations which are February, January, and then March. By contrast, it's most likely to rain or snow in November. The busiest month for tourism in Sibolga, Indonesia is in July, followed by October and May. If you want to skip the crowd, it is recommended to visit Sibolga in September.

Main airports available in Cebu and Sibolga

Mactan-Cebu Airport - Mactan-Cebu Airport is located in Lapu-Lapu city. This airport is the second busiestinternational airportin thePhilippines and also the world’s first international resort airport and is the main base ofCebu Pacific,Pan Pacific Airlines, andRoyal Air Philippines. This airport handles flights to domestic and international destinations such as Dubai, EL Nido, Busan, Seoul, Singapore, Manila and many more. Some of the airlines that operate here are Emirates, EVA Air, Scoot, Sichuan Airlines, to name a few. There are a lot of facilities at this airport such as restaurants, shops, ATMs, money changer and many more. To get to the city, travellers can choose between taxis, bus and car rentals services. MyBus operate the bus with an interval of 20 minutes between buses.

Ferdinand Lumban Tobing Airport - Ferdinand Lumban Tobing Airport (FLZ) or also known as Pinangsori Airport is an airport serving the city ofSibolgain theNorth Sumatraprovince ofIndonesia. This airport handles flights from destinations such as Jakarta-Soekarno-Hatta, Medan, Batu Islands and Gunung Sitoli. The airlines that operate here include Citilink, Garuda Indonesia, Susi Air and Wings Air. This airport is relatively small. Therefore, it is best to arrange your airport transfer before your departure.

Climate pattern in Cebu and Sibolga

The average temperatures in Nias vary barely at all. If you prefer to visit during the verywarmesttime to visit Nias, the hottest months are May, February, and then March. During these months the temperature can reach up to 31.6°C and dropping below 21.6°C at night.

Highlights in Sibolga

• Pandan Beach - Pandan Beach is one of the favourite tourist attractions among Sibolga residents. This beach is located strategically near the city centre. At this beach, visitors can enjoy the beautiful white sand, the row of towering coconut trees and the amazing blue sea. There are many amenities available for the comfort of visitors. There are hotels and restaurants available at the beach too for an affordable price. Pandan Beach is specially packed with people during the weekend and holiday season.
• Tanggo Seratus – The name Tanggo Saratus directly translates to a hundred stairs. This architecture was built during the Dutch colonial period to monitor the ships entering Sibolga. Don’t let the name fool you because the actual number of stairs is 290. Thus, if you’re planning to climb this stair, make sure that you’re well-prepared. From the top of the stairs, visitors will be able to see the beautiful Sibolga town and the island surrounding it.
• TVRI Tower Hill – This hill is not your ordinary tourist attraction. TVRI Tower Hill is the hill where TVRI transmitter was established. It is the best place for visitors to view the shining lights of Sibolga at night. It is extremely popular among young people too.