Sianok Canyon
Ngarai Sianok
A deep valley just west of central Bukittinggi, about 15 km long and 100 metres deep. Steep green cliffs, rice paddies, and a river on the valley floor make it one of Sumatra's classic landscapes.
The valley was formed by tectonic faulting, and the distant Mount Singgalang volcano rises across from it. The best viewpoint is Taman Panorama (Panorama Park), where mornings often bring cloud seas and long-tailed macaques. You can hike along the road or trails on the valley floor, passing rice fields and a small river, then climb the stone steps known as the 'Great Wall of China' up to the opposite rim and the village of Koto Gadang. The full hike takes about 2 to 3 hours. Admission to Panorama Park is inexpensive, and it shares an entrance with the Japanese Cave.
Opening hours
Panorama park approx. 08:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Japanese Tunnels (Lobang Jepang)
- Great Wall of Koto Gadang
- Jam Gadang
- Pasar Atas
- Nasi Kapau at Los Lambuang
- Fort de Kock & Limpapeh Bridge
- Kinantan Zoo & Rumah Adat Baanjuang Museum
- Bung Hatta Birth House