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Bukit Lawang: Live Wildlife Encounters & Overnight Camping

By Orangutan Trip
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$216 per adult

Features

Overview

  • Explore the incredible Mount Leuser jungle trek; back to unforgettable nature
  • Swim down pure river & Eat local food in the jungle.
  • Stay overnight in the middle of rainforest & wonderful jungle view.

Activity location

    • Medan
    • Medan, Sumatera Utara, Indonesia

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Medan
    • Medan, Sumatera Utara, Indonesia

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Bukit Lawang: A Unique Wildlife Tour & Overnight into Jungle

  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 8:30 AM
Price details
NZ$216.11 x 1 AdultNZ$216.11
Total
Price is NZ$216.11
Until Sun, 12 Jul

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hostel
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entry tickets to Mount Leuser.
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    Meal; have lunch (fried rice/fresh fruits), dinner (Indonesian food), breakfast (toast/omelette)
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    Rafting and guided tour.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Transfer from Medan hotel or the airport to Bukit Lawang.
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    How to get to Bukit Lawang (Airport)
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    The most convenient way to get to Bukit Lawang is with a taxi from Medan Airport.
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    If you’re keen on saving a good chunk of change and are up for a bit of adventure, then read the following instructions carefully. Airport to Medan or Airport to Binjai.
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    If you are coming from the airport, you need to take DAMRI (Airport public bus) to Medan then city minibus to Pinang Baris to Bukit Lawang . If you take bus ALS to Binjai, you should ask your driver to drop you off Tanah Lapang, from here you need to hop on a public coach minibus (PS/ALMASAR) to Bukit Lawang and the fare is one way.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    There's also an express shared car you can also book transport to Bukit Lawang, there're still any seats left.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Unfortunately, no ice water will be served on this jungle trek.

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, High-heeled shoes, Nudity
  • Not suitable for: Babies under 1 year, People over 331 lbs (150 kg), People over 80 years, Wheelchair users

What you can expect

Welcome to the jungle, where you can discover wildlife, towering trees, breathtaking rainforest scenery, and a true return to nature. ''The heavens are telling of the glory of God; And their expanse is declaring the work of His hands.” (Psalms 19:1).
Bukit Lawang is a charming riverside village located about 86 km northwest of Medan in North Sumatra, Indonesia. It is renowned as home to the largest sanctuary for the critically endangered Sumatran orangutan and serves as the main eastern gateway to Mount Leuser National Park.

Bukit Lawang is a wonderful destination for adventure seekers and nature lovers alike. Whether you are a budget backpacker or a well-off traveller, Orangutan Trip invites you to enjoy one of Sumatra’s most unforgettable experiences. The highlight of any visit is JUNGLE TREKKING, where you may encounter wild orangutans, monkeys, and a rich variety of birds in their natural habitat. Orangutans can leap impressive distances through the forest canopy, helping them avoid predators such as tigers, bears, and snakes.

Airport pickup and hostel accommodation are included. We can collect you from the airport before 8:00 PM on the day before your trek; the journey to Bukit Lawang takes approximately four hours. You will spend your first night resting at our hostel, and after breakfast the following morning, your jungle adventure begins. Hotel pickups according to the schedule are also available.

During the trek, you will hike along scenic jungle trails, cool off in crystal-clear mountain streams, swim in the Bukit Lawang River, savour freshly prepared local meals, and spend the night camping in the heart of the rainforest. The return journey is a memorable ride by traditional river taxi.

Nothing lasts forever, so let us share this extraordinary experience with fellow travellers. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the rainforest and create memories and friendships that will last a lifetime, while enjoying plenty of hiking, wildlife observation, swimming, and joyful moments along the way.

Guests are also welcome to stay an additional night at our hostel, Backpacker Lodge, after the trek. Airport drop-offs and transfers to Berastagi, Lake Toba, and other destinations throughout Sumatra can be arranged upon request.

Last but not least, thank you for booking our jungle trek and the rest of your bill will go through for charity to visit orphans and widows in thier distress “Now in Joppa there was a disciple named Tabitha (which translated in Greek is called Dorcas); this woman was abounding with deeds of kindness and charity which she continually did.” (Acts 9:36).

Location

Activity location

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    • Medan
    • Medan, Sumatera Utara, Indonesia

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Medan
    • Medan, Sumatera Utara, Indonesia