Sumatra[a] (/ sʊˈmɑːtrə /) is one of the Sunda Islands of western Indonesia. It is the largest island that is fully within Indonesian territory, as well as the sixth-largest island in the world at …

Nov 4, 2025 · Sumatra, Indonesian island, the second largest (after Borneo) of the Greater Sunda Islands, in the Malay Archipelago. It is separated in the northeast from the Malay Peninsula by …

6 days ago · Flash floods and landslides on Indonesia’s Sumatra island have killed 164 people and 79 remain missing.

Jul 9, 2025 · Sumatra, the sixth-largest island in the world, is Indonesia's rugged, tropical paradise where untamed nature meets cultural mystique. Draped in misty volcanoes, ancient …

Jun 24, 2024 · Sumatra (also Sumatera) is one of Indonesia 's large islands and the sixth largest island in the world. Wild and rugged, Sumatra is a blend of Mother Nature extremes, blessed …

Explore Sumatra's rainforests, volcanoes and vibrant cultures in this Indonesia travel guide. Discover Lake Toba, wild orangutans, Mentawai islands and top tips.

3 days ago · The death toll on the island of Sumatra has risen to more than 440, the government says.

1 day ago · Many logs became forces of destruction in Indonesia last week, in a sign that deforestation compounded the devastation wrought by a cyclone.

Jul 1, 2025 · Explore the best places to visit in Sumatra by region, from Lake Toba and the Mentawais to jungle treks, highland towns, and coastal escapes.

Discover Sumatra’s stunning wildlife, landscapes, and rich cultural heritage. Explore Bukit Lawang, Lake Toba, and other must-see destinations