3 Days Bukit Lawang Tour (Happy Jungle)
Overview
Lost in the depths of Sumatra, Bukit Lawang is a small riverside town built beside the rainforest of the vast Gunung Leuser National Park.
Orangutan is one of the most endangered species in the world, found only in Sumatra and Kalimantan, Bukit Lawang (‘gateway to the mountain’) is situated just 96kms northwest of Medan, making it one of the easiest, most accessible places to start your jungle adventure.
Orangutan is one of the most endangered species in the world, found only in Sumatra and Kalimantan, Bukit Lawang (‘gateway to the mountain’) is situated just 96kms northwest of Medan, making it one of the easiest, most accessible places to start your jungle adventure.
Inclusions
- 2 nights stay in a deluxe bungalow
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Traditional tube rafting back during the trek.
- 2x Breakfast
- Accommodation included: 2 nights
- 1x Lunch
What to expect
Itinerary
Day 1: Journey from Medan to Bukit Lawang
Pass By: Bukit Lawang, Bukit Lawang, North Sumatra, Sumatra
Pick-up from Medan Kuala Namu airport by private transport with aircon and travel directly to Bukit Lawang (3-4 hours). You will have time to explore the village, visit the bat cave (depending on your arrival time) or relax in the guesthouse for the remainder of the day/evening.
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Green Travelodge - Bukit Lawang
Day 2: Jungle Trekking
Stop At: Gunung Leuser National Park, Gunung Leuser National Park, North Sumatra, Sumatra
After breakfast, your guide will collect you at 8.30am from your guesthouse and you will start your journey into the jungle of Gunung Leuser National Park to see wild orangutans. On your trek (6-7 hours), your guide will educate you on the local wildlife, flora and fauna you may encounter in Gunung Leuser. After lunch, you will continue your trek to see other wildlife (if you’re lucky you may see the Thomas’ leaf monkey, white-handed gibbon, black gibbon, long-tailed macaque, pig-tailed macaque, hornbills, peacocks and monitor lizards) and learn about the trees/plants which can be used in traditional medicine. Late afternoon-on arrivall at river banks , you are free to enjoy the fresh water of the Bohorok river, swim and relax. Later on, you will leave the the river banks by traditional rafting boat (‘jungle style’) following the river downstream to the village and directly to your guesthouse.
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
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• Lunch: Lunch in the jungle include
Accommodation included: Green Travelodge - Bukit Lawang
Day 3: Journey Back To Medan
Pass By: Tjong A Fie's Mansion, Jl. Jend. A. Yani no. 105, Medan 20111 Indonesia
After breakfast, start your journey back to Medan (3-4 hours). Time permitting, you will have the opportunity to visit one of Medan’s cultural highlights e.g. Maimun Palace, Great Mosque of Medan, Tjong A Fie’s mansion, Marian Shrine of Annai Velangkanni or Maha Vihara Maitreya Cemara Asri, before being dropped at the airport or your accommodation.
Meals included:
•
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 1: Journey from Medan to Bukit Lawang
Pass By: Bukit Lawang, Bukit Lawang, North Sumatra, Sumatra
Pick-up from Medan Kuala Namu airport by private transport with aircon and travel directly to Bukit Lawang (3-4 hours). You will have time to explore the village, visit the bat cave (depending on your arrival time) or relax in the guesthouse for the remainder of the day/evening.
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Green Travelodge - Bukit Lawang
Day 2: Jungle Trekking
Stop At: Gunung Leuser National Park, Gunung Leuser National Park, North Sumatra, Sumatra
After breakfast, your guide will collect you at 8.30am from your guesthouse and you will start your journey into the jungle of Gunung Leuser National Park to see wild orangutans. On your trek (6-7 hours), your guide will educate you on the local wildlife, flora and fauna you may encounter in Gunung Leuser. After lunch, you will continue your trek to see other wildlife (if you’re lucky you may see the Thomas’ leaf monkey, white-handed gibbon, black gibbon, long-tailed macaque, pig-tailed macaque, hornbills, peacocks and monitor lizards) and learn about the trees/plants which can be used in traditional medicine. Late afternoon-on arrivall at river banks , you are free to enjoy the fresh water of the Bohorok river, swim and relax. Later on, you will leave the the river banks by traditional rafting boat (‘jungle style’) following the river downstream to the village and directly to your guesthouse.
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
•
• Lunch: Lunch in the jungle include
Accommodation included: Green Travelodge - Bukit Lawang
Day 3: Journey Back To Medan
Pass By: Tjong A Fie's Mansion, Jl. Jend. A. Yani no. 105, Medan 20111 Indonesia
After breakfast, start your journey back to Medan (3-4 hours). Time permitting, you will have the opportunity to visit one of Medan’s cultural highlights e.g. Maimun Palace, Great Mosque of Medan, Tjong A Fie’s mansion, Marian Shrine of Annai Velangkanni or Maha Vihara Maitreya Cemara Asri, before being dropped at the airport or your accommodation.
Meals included:
•
No accommodation included on this day.
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
If you cancel at least 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
Kevin_S
March 2020
From pick up to drop off, every1 made my comfort was priority #1. Was picked up on time from my hotel in Medan. Was asked if I had any music, temperature preferences or needed to stop anywhere b4 the 3hrs drive. Was greeted by Andy who showed me the restaurant, bar then to my amazing bright room...
From pick up to drop off, every1 made my comfort was priority #1. Was picked up on time from my hotel in Medan. Was asked if I had any music, temperature preferences or needed to stop anywhere b4 the 3hrs drive. Was greeted by Andy who showed me the restaurant, bar then to my amazing bright room with private bathroom. Also gave some things to do in the area. The next morning was amped 4 the jungle treck. Andy, with his assistant was telling the 1 other member of our group & me about the rubber plantation, other plants around & insects. With in an hour we encountered Thomas monkeys with a baby playing in the trees. The after walking we saw our 1st orangutan nest & with in 15mins saw a juvinal female! She came down close to get a better look at us then climbed up & away. We walked a bit more to here the calls of a Hornbill the saw 2 of the rare bird fly off together! Andy carved us a lovely fruit snack before we encountered our next juvinal female who was so curious she came down to the ground ran by us to a near tree. Stopped again for lunch where a macaque was learking. After hiking a bit more we ran in to the infamous Mena who was sitting in the trail trying 2 meet us Andy instructed us to go up hill, then she put her attentions to calling her son & playing with him. She just happen to be going the same way as our descent down to the river. Half way we relaxed for some pineapple as we watched monkeys & macaques carry on. Then we continued on to tube down the river to the village. I took a nap then went to the restaurant for my last amazing extra spicy dinner. Then hung with the staff & locals for a few drinks & songs 🎶jungle trek🎶 One of the best experiences of my life with the friendliest people I've ever met!!! From Andy, lodge/restaurant staff, locals & shop owners! I wish I could go again next year, but if not 2022 with the same company & hopefully with some friends this time & Andy as my guide again!andrewpB4784XY
April 2022
Great experience, responsive team, good food and lots of effort to make sure we were satisfied. We saw many orangutan up close. Highly recommended.
Great experience, responsive team, good food and lots of effort to make sure we were satisfied. We saw many orangutan up close. Highly recommended.amarillojc
December 2021
Amazing experience, amazing guides and accommodation! Will do it again without any doubts. We manage to see 3 orangutans, and a bunch of other monkeys!
Amazing experience, amazing guides and accommodation! Will do it again without any doubts. We manage to see 3 orangutans, and a bunch of other monkeys!Jvanderwerf1970
August 2021
Super nice and greatfull guide Herry, we saw the wild perang utangs quick and we had a beautiff wild life experience at the same time. Herry carried our dog Buddy the whole trip. Also the bad-caves, on touched by humans, pure nature to the fullest… one word AMAZING!! You will get what you expect...
Super nice and greatfull guide Herry, we saw the wild perang utangs quick and we had a beautiff wild life experience at the same time. Herry carried our dog Buddy the whole trip. Also the bad-caves, on touched by humans, pure nature to the fullest… one word AMAZING!! You will get what you expect, very rare nowadays. Herry, we will see you soon again!!! Greetz from Jay, Ellen and Buddy!!!!Travel18360213204
March 2020
I recommand this company. It was so wonderful and amazing to spent all the three days with Ronie and Alain. So nice to us. Take care of us. Wonderful staff. I wish all the best tk them.
I recommand this company. It was so wonderful and amazing to spent all the three days with Ronie and Alain. So nice to us. Take care of us. Wonderful staff. I wish all the best tk them.Bailsvern
February 2020
Cannot say enough good things about this trek. Everything was more amazing than we could have expected. The trekking was a good workout but anyone could do it, steep at times. We saw many orangutans within 10 minutes of entering the jungle. However, only on the second day did we see one up close,...
Cannot say enough good things about this trek. Everything was more amazing than we could have expected. The trekking was a good workout but anyone could do it, steep at times. We saw many orangutans within 10 minutes of entering the jungle. However, only on the second day did we see one up close, which was breath taking. Our guides were extremely professional and knew exactly how to handle the situation. Seeing an orangutan was one of the coolest experiences ever, it felt like looking into a mirror. The camping by the river was also breath taking. We could swim in the river and relax. The food we ate was some of the best Indonesian food we had on the trip. It was really nice getting to know our guides, and learn more about Sumutra and the jungle. Do this trip if you have any interest at all!!!! So worth the money!