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.
Get in touch to discuss further.
Meet our team and partners
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Sumatra Orangutan Discovery are a small friendly team of hand-picked local guides and staff. Managed by Tyson Sitepu and his wife Ellie, they are a down to earth team that work to make you feel like part of the family.
We believe in community-based-tourism; responsible tourism that benefits the local residents and improves livelihoods. We have partnered with local guides, farmers and artists in Bukit Lawang and around Sumatra to support their projects and businesses. We practice ethical trekking, using only certified guides who follow the jungle guidelines set by the Indonesia Tourist Guides Association (ITGA-HPI). All profits raised remain in Bukit Lawang and go back into the community.
Tyson
Tyson spent his life exploring the outdoors and has a deep connection to the jungle and all the animals within it. He has spent many years working in the tourist industry and as a jungle guide. He organises the logistics of the trekking and tours and acts as the trekking guide and local expert.
Alif
Alif works as our chef and caretaker. He is affectionately named "camp mum" by many guests because of how he takes such wonderful care of everyone at camp and cooks the most delicious food!
Heppy
Heppy grew up in the rural village of Batu Katak. He is our flora specialist and works as our guide for off the beaten track trekking. He has a deep undertanding of the Rafflesia, the world's biggest flower, and has supported research projects to understand more about Sumatra's unique flora.
Levi
Levi is our Mentawai island partner. He works to help support and preserve the Mentawai tribe traditions and culture. He is our tribal expert, and works as our guide and organiser for tours.
Ellie
Ellie is the co-founder of the agency, working along side her husband Tyson.
She is an experienced backpacker and traveler, having lived in 5 countries while working as a teacher and traveled to over 26 countries.
She has a life-long passion in conservation and ecology.
Nordic Educators
Nordic Educators is a network of entrepreneurs and educators around the world. Their mission is to discover why the Nordic education system is so successful. Then to share their finding globally.
Sumatra Orangutan Discovery is proud to partner with such a progressive educational company.
Ladi
Ladi works as our jungle assistant. He is very kind and patient and always takes extra care of the guests in the jungle. Ladi is still learning English, but has shown incredible progress! He dreams to one day be a lead guide in the jungle, so we hope to make his dream come true.
Teger
Teger or 'Tiger', works as our tour driver and assistant guide. He has an extensive knowledge of North of Sumatra, and knows all the hidden gems! He is now working hard to become a lead guide to be able to run jungle expeditions.
Aini
Ainee is a local entrepreneur. She not only runs her own homestay, Rumah Papa Homestay, but also offers a variety of eco-concious activities. She is incredibly passionate about sustainability and community tourism.
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Ponidi
Ponidi works as one of our lead guides. He is enthusiastic, friendly and very knowledgeable. He is passionate about the jungle environment and really enjoys helping his guests get the most out of their holiday.
Sahnan
The Sahnan family run a wonderful guesthouse in the centre of Bukit Lawang. The father is very active in the community and works with the jungle caretakers to ensure the campsites are well maintained. They work with us to prepare the campsites and ensure the environment is clean and cared for.
Irma
Irma is a enterprising young woman living in Bukit Lawang. She is a trained masseuse and often provides massage for our guests after their long trek in the jungle. She hopes one day to open her own spa, and we support her in this venture.
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Donny
Donny is another one of our lead guides. He is charismatic and friendly and is often requested by our guests. Donny is an outdoor enthusiast who has extensive knowldge on the flora and fauna in the national park.