4th Exploration of Archipelago Tourism, Karo Offers Nature and Cultural Tourism

BERASTAGI, LINE BUMI, GARISBUMI.com – The Karo Regency Government offers a wealth of natural and cultural tourism to participants of the 4th Archipelago Tourism Exploration. It is hoped that the meeting between tourism business actors and potential buyers of tour packages will open up cooperation and produce travel packages that provide economic benefits for the community.

Karo Regent Antonius Ginting expressed this hope when welcoming participants to a dinner at Sinabung Hills Berastagi, Karo Regency, North Sumatra, Tuesday (6/10/2026).

This activity was attended by participants, tourists, prospective tour package buyers or buyers, tourism business actors, as well as invited guests from various regions in Indonesia and abroad.

According to Antonius, Karo's tourist attractions include mountainous nature, cool air, the Lake Toba area, geoparks, agrotourism, and tourist villages. This wealth is complemented by typical culinary delights, traditional arts and culture passed down between generations.

"Tourism is not only about places, but also about experiences, including when tourists experience the hospitality of the Karo people," said Antonius.

Encourage Collaboration and New Tour Packages

Antonius considers the 4th Exploration of Nusantara Tourism to be an opportunity to bring together the government, business actors, potential buyers of tour packages, and other stakeholders in developing Karo tourism.

He hopes that the meeting will continue into cooperation and development of quality tourism packages. In this way, tourist visits can open up wider economic opportunities for the community.

"We hope that in the future, tourism in Karo will become advanced, sustainable, culture-based tourism and provide benefits to the community," he said.

The development of culture-based tourism was one of the directions emphasized in his speech. The friendliness of the residents, culinary delights and local traditions are part of the experience offered to tourists, apart from the natural beauty.

Antonius also invited participants and business people to participate in introducing Karo Regency as a leading tourist destination in North Sumatra.

"Tell the world that in North Sumatra there is an area that has beautiful nature, strong culture, friendly people, and tourist experiences that are worth visiting. Let's build Karo tourism with a spirit of collaboration, innovation and sustainability," he said.

The event was also attended by the Deputy Regent of Karo Commander Tarigan, the regent's expert staff, the assistant regional secretary, and other invited guests.