If you want a truely authentic jungle experience then look no further. Our two day trekking option is the most popular. This trek allows you to go deeper into the jungle with more chance to see wildlife such as the Orangutan and various types of monkeys. After a satisfying day trekking you will arrive at our camp based close to small river. Later you will be treated to local meal prepared by our camp chef. The next day you will get the chance to visit a beautiful waterfall before an exhilirating raft ride back to your starting point.
Two Day Trekking
North Sumatra is a photographers dream with its vast rainforests filled with unique wildlife, steaming volcanoes, and lush green rice fields. We can provide a package to help you find and photograph these wondeful places. Whether you want to photograph orangutans, birds, macro flower photography or cultural photos, we can help organise your trip.
We believe photography is a great way to raise awareness about the rainforest and Sumatra's critically endagered animals.
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Clearly we cannot guarantee you will see wild orangutans, although they are quite often seen in this area. The more days trekking, the more likely you are to see wild oragutans. However, there are many semi-wild orangutans from the rehabilitation project, and these are very easy to see in the jungle.
Yes, families often go on jungle treks here. If you inform us when you book, we can customise the trek to be a little easier if you wish. We advise that if you have children that are 6 or 7 years old, we will bring an additionl guide for added support. Children below 5 should not go to the jungle, there are other more suitable walks that we can arrange for families with very young children. Contact us to find out more.
At Sumatra Orangutan Discovery we offer the option for two people to trek on the TWO DAY TREKKING at no additional charge. However, if you wish to trek for more days then you have two choices. You can join other guests and then you don't need to pay for three people, or if you want to stay as two people you need to pay for the price of three.
We offer the choice for one-person trekking (private trekking). The cost if 100 Euros for one day, or 180 Euros for two days or three days. We know how hard it is to find a group to join, so we try our best to ensure you also can go trekking. The other option would be that we can try and put you into another group if we have a booking on the same day, but we can't guarantee this. Contact us for more information.
We will require a deposit of 25% of the total costs before your arrival.
This can be done via bank transfer to our UK bank account, or if necessary we allow paypal payments. The remaning balance you can pay cash upon your arrival in IDR or €. If you do not want to pay in cash you have the option to pay all by transfer before your arrival.
There are many trekking companies in Bukit Lawang, and many trekking guides that operate freelance. Therefore, it can be hard to know who is certified and which companies follow regulations.
1- Always ask the company if their guides are certified, and if you are unsure, ask to see their card.
2-Ask the company or guide what the jungle regulations are, and if they follow these.
3-Ask if they feed the orangutans, and check their photos online if they have any to see if there are videos or pictures of feeding. Feeding is not recommended as it can cause dependence, and orangutans and humans should keep their distance for health and safety.
4-Check if the company supports any local projects, or offers any donations on behalf of each booking.
5- Check what's included. Check that the national park permit is being paid, and ask to receive the permit paper if you are not sure. Everyone entering the jungle should purchase a permit.
Contact us if you have any further questions
There are two seasons in Sumatra; dry season and wet season. Dry seasons if from May to September.. This time of year is quite hot and humid. This is the best time of year for trekking and seeing the Sumatran orangutan because the fruit trees ripen. There is still rain during dry season, however it usually rains in the evening or at night. the rain begins in September. Wet season still allows you to trek in the Gunung Leuser Park. However, expect more rain. It is usually fairly dry in the morning, with rain starting in the afternoon.
We highly recommend that you buy travel insurance before your departure as it is not offered by the trekking companies in Bukit Lawang. In the event of an emergency, there are additional support that the jungle guides work with that they can contact for support. Bukit Lawang has a small medical centre near the bus station, and the closest A&E hospital is Medan.
You can't drink tap water in Asia. you can drink bottled or purified water only. Many hotels and restaurants allow you to refill your bottle. However, the most ecological choice would be to purchase a water filter bottle.
Here are our top 3 water filter bottle options:
GRAYL Ultralight Water Purifier
SurviMate Filtered Water Bottle BPA Free
LifeStraw Go Water Filter Bottle
If you chose to do a long trek, more than 2 days, it is advisable that you prepare physically for your trip. Keep in mind the heat and humidity here add to the difficulty of the trek. Your guide is able to alter the difficulty of your trek to some degree when possible, and you can take as many rests as you need. However, doing some light exercise before your arrival will help you prepare. 20-30 minutes, 3-4 times a day of moderate exercise if sufficient. We suggest hiking, walking, cycling and swimming.