10 Days Bukit Lawang Jungle Tour

10 DAYS / 09 NIGHTS ORANG UTAN & LEUSER NATIONAL PARK EXPEDITION

Trek deep into the Sumatran jungle on a 10-day expedition. Witness wild orangutans, hike through Leuser National Park, and discover hidden waterfalls.

Sumatra is one of the last two places in the world where you can see wild orangutans at large in the wild. About 100 km northwest of the capital, Bukit Lawang is a riverside town on the edge of Mount Leuser National Park. In the past, this village was a kind of sanctuary for orangutans and although no longer exists, it is still a good basis for watching our red-haired cousins. Mount Leuser National Park is listed by UNESCO as one of the most biodiversity areas of the planet and will be the chosen destination for our jungle expedition in Sumatra.

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The park is home to hundreds of species of other mammals and birds, most of them rare or endangered. A private guide is essential during the visit, both to help us locate the orangutans in the jungle dens and to protect the delicate ecosystem. During Sumatra Orang Utan Expedition 10 Days, we will make numerous walking routes inside the jungle and have the opportunity to experience how it feels to spending several nights camping in the middle of nature.

10 DAYS ORANG UTAN & LEUSER NATIONAL PARK EXPEDITION

Tour Itinerary :
DAY 01: ARRIVAL IN MEDAN
Welcome to Sumatra! Upon arrival at Kualanamu International Airport in Medan, you will be warmly greeted by your personal tour guide. A comfortable private transfer will take you to your hotel in the city. Depending on your arrival time, you may wish to relax at the hotel, enjoy the facilities, or take a leisurely stroll to get your first impression of Medan, one of Indonesia’s most vibrant and diverse cities. The afternoon and evening are free for your own activities.
Accommodation: Emerald Garden Hotel / Le Polonia Hotel or similar hotel
Meals: None

DAY 02: MEDAN – BUKIT LAWANG – JUNGLE TREKKING
After breakfast, drive from Medan to Bukit Lawang via Binjai and Kuala, passing through scenic landscapes of rubber and oil palm plantations. Upon arrival in Bukit Lawang, check in to your hotel. After a short rest, begin an exciting jungle trekking adventure in Gunung Leuser National Park, one of the last sanctuaries of the endangered Sumatran Orangutan. Walk along narrow forest trails and
immerse yourself in the tropical rainforest, home to diverse wildlife such as:

Orangutans in their natural habitat
Thomas leaf monkeys, long-tailed macaques, gibbons, and black gibbons
Various tropical birds, reptiles, and unique rainforest flora
This trekking experience takes about 3 hours before returning to your hotel.
In the afternoon, enjoy free time at leisure. Relax by the riverside, explore the nearby village, or simply soak in the peaceful atmosphere of Bukit Lawang.
Accommodation: Ecolodge Bukit Lawang Cottage / Rindu Alam Hotel / Wisma Sibayak or similar accommodation
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 03: BUKIT LAWANG – LANDAK RIVER
After an early breakfast, we prepare for our jungle expedition from Bukit Lawang to Tangkahan. From the hotel, it’s a short 10-minute walk to the Leuser National Park entrance, where we begin trekking deeper into the rainforest with our experienced local guide. Along the way, you may encounter a rich variety of wildlife including birds, monkeys, wild pigs, and even wild orchids.
Today’s trek is a challenging 6-hour hike through hot and humid terrain with several ups and downs.
In the evening, we reach Landak River, where our team will set up camp and prepare a delicious dinner over a campfire. As night falls, the sounds of nocturnal animals will provide the soundtrack to your first night in the jungle.
Overnight: Tent or simple jungle shelter
Meals: Breakfast, Picnic lunch, Dinner

DAY 04: LANDAK RIVER – ARAS PINANG

After breakfast prepared by your guide, we continue trekking further into the heart of the rainforest. Today’sjourney takes about 6 hours, crossing several small rivers and following narrow jungle paths. By afternoon, we reach Aras Pinang, where camp will be set up along the riverbank. Enjoy dinner under the stars and fall asleep to the sounds of the forest.
Overnight: Tent or simple jungle shelter
Meals: Breakfast, Picnic lunch, Dinner

DAY 05: ARAS PINANG – KERAPU RIVER

This morning, after a jungle breakfast, we begin trekking towards Kerapu River. The 6-hour trail is adventurous, with several climbs and descents. Along the way, keep an eye out for monkeys, hornbills, and if you are lucky a glimpse of a wild Orangutan. On arrival, camp is set up by the river.
Overnight: Tent or simple jungle shelter
Meals: Breakfast, Picnic lunch, Dinner

DAY 06: KERAPU RIVER – MUSAM RIVER
After breakfast, we continue the jungle adventure to Musam River. Today’s trek is another 6-hour hike through dense rainforest, offering opportunities to observe untouched flora and fauna. By late afternoon we reach our riverside camp, where we spend the night in tents or a basic jungle shelter.
Overnight: Tent or simple jungle shelter
Meals: Breakfast, Picnic lunch, Dinner

DAY 07: MUSAM RIVER – TANGKAHAN
Today marks the final stage of the jungle trek. After a 2-hour walk through forest, plantations, and local villages, we exit the jungle at Seroja Plantation. Here, a 4WD jeep awaits to take us on a rugged ride to Tangkahan, famous for its elephants and riverside beauty. On arrival, check into your lodge for a well-earned rest and shower.
In the evening, we’ll gather fora farewell dinner with our jungle crew, celebrating the incredible journey through Leuser National Park.
Accommodation: Mega Inn Lodge or similar lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 08: TANGKAHAN – ELEPHANT EXPERIENCE & RIVER SAFARI
Today, we experience how Sumatran elephants and local villagers live in harmony. You will have the chance to feed and bathe the elephants in the river (except on Fridays or during Idul Fitri).
Afterwards, enjoy an adventurous tubing trip down the river, floating gently through the lush rainforest scenery. After lunch, visit a nearby local school, where you can interact with children and learn more about rural life.
Accommodation: Mega Inn Lodge or similar lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 09: FOREST RESCUE REHABILITATION PROJECT
After breakfast, spend the morning learning about conservation efforts, tree planting, and seeing firsthand how your visit contributes to protecting Sumatra’s rainforest.
In the afternoon, return to Medan. In the evening, we gather for a farewell dinner to celebrate your adventure in Sumatra.
Accommodation: Emerald Garden Hotel / Le Polonia Hotel or similar hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 10: DEPARTURE FROM MEDAN
After breakfast at your hotel, enjoy free time until your scheduled transfer to Kualanamu International Airport for your onward flight.
Meals: Breakfast

Inclusion:
Accommodation based on twin / triple sharing room at Medan, Bukit Lawang & Tangkahan
Accommodation based in tent or shelter during jungle trekking
Daily breakfast
5x lunch and 6x dinner as specified in the itinerary
Private air-conditioned transfers for Airport – Medan, Medan – Bukit Lawang, Tangkahan –Medan & Medan – Airport
Jeep from Seroja Plantation to Tangkahan.
English speaking tour guide
5 days / 4 night jungle treeking at Gunung Leuser National Park included local guide, permit and camp equipment
Elephant washing + elephant feeding at Tangkahan
Tubing at Tangkahan + Picnic lunch
Entrance fee as per itinerary
Exclusion:
Airfares
Airport taxes
Insurance
Donations
Tips
Porter for carrying individual luggage
Lunch/dinner (which is not indicated on itinerary)
Elephant walking at Tangkahan
Camera permit at Leuser national park
All personal gratuities.