Bukit Lawang Jungle Trekking in Sumatra
See orangutans, sleep in the rainforest, and explore Gunung Leuser National Park with local guides.
Join Andy and the Sumatra Jungle Trip team for private jungle treks from Bukit Lawang, North Sumatra. Choose from 1-day walks to multi-day jungle adventures with camping, meals, river tubing, and experienced local guides.
Local guides · Private treks · Jungle camping · River tubing · Orangutan trekking
Bukit Lawang is a small riverside village on the edge of Gunung Leuser National Park in North Sumatra. Surrounded by rainforest, rivers, and wildlife, it is one of the best places in Indonesia to begin a jungle trek and experience the natural home of the Sumatran orangutan.Known as the “gateway to the mountain,” Bukit Lawang sits around 96 km northwest of Medan, making it easy to reach while still feeling wild and remote. From here, visitors can explore the rainforest with local guides, learn about jungle plants and wildlife, sleep in simple jungle camps, and return by traditional river tubing. Sumatra Jungle Trip offers private Bukit Lawang jungle treks for travellers who want a personal, local, and unforgettable rainforest experience. Whether you choose a short one-day walk or a multi-day trek deep into Gunung Leuser National Park, our team will help you enjoy the jungle safely and respectfully.
Trek options
1 day tour
Enjoy an amazing walk through the Bukit Lawang jungle, where you can observe Sumatran orangutans and other animals living wild in the rainforest.
2 Days, 1 Night
Go deeper into the jungle and experience the real rainforest by spending the night at a riverside camp surrounded by nature.
3 Days, 2 Nights
A great option for trek lovers who want to discover more of the Sumatran jungle, explore deeper trails, and see more animals along the way.
4 Days, 3 Nights
Explore the jungle for four unforgettable days, hiking deeper into the rainforest, climbing up and down wild trails, and discovering beautiful hidden landscapes.
5 Days, 4 Nights
One of the best options for spotting wild animals such as Sumatran tiger, elephant, deer, and other incredible wildlife in the rainforest.
6 Days, 5 Nights
An awesome choice for a true jungle adventure. This 6-day trek is an unforgettable way to experience Gunung Leuser National Park, with deep jungle immersion, wildlife encounters, and real adventure.
7 Days, 6 Nights
Travel to Kutacane in Aceh Province, north of Sumatra, for a breathtaking jungle journey and one of the greatest highlights of the Sumatra trekking experience.
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Useful information
Trekking prices:
1 day 70 euros
2 days 120 Euros
3 days 170 euros
4 days 250 euros
5 days 320 euros
6 days 400 euros
7 days 500 euros
Whats included:
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Meals
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Fruits
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Entrance permit
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Camping equipment
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Guide
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Free Porter
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Tube rafting
How do I get there:
Sometimes the traffic in the big city like in Medan can be hectic so the best way to get here is taking shared minivan and it will drive you directly all the way to Bukit Lawang and it takes about 4-5 hours drive and its the easiest way to get here and safe And the shared minivan will be arranged by us cos it leaves from here and you just need to let us know your flight detail or which hotel you stay in Medan and our driver will come all the way to you. 𝐂𝐨𝐬𝐭 : 210 K/person (from the AirPort) 150 K/person (From Medan central) 𝙉𝙤𝙩𝙚: our Last shared minivan leaves at 5 Pm from the airport And arriving later than 5 Pm,then you should take a private car which is 𝒄𝒐𝒔𝒕 650 K.
Where are the best places to stay:
So as a tour operator we always want to give the best experience and comfortable stay for our guests So here are 6 Best places that we can recommend you while you visit our place:
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Green Corner Villa
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Eriono guest house
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Waterstone guest house
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Sams bungalow
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Garden inn
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Aussie INN
How are the rooms?
They all face right to the jungle (except Sumatra Thomas leaf monkey guest house but it's still cozy) Super clean, friendly and helpful staff, good atmosphere, the food is tasty and a locker is available to keep for your bag during the trek, so its very safe.
