Gunung Leuser National Park, Sumatra

Gunung Leuser National Park, Sumatra 6 days 5 nights

Join us on an incredible trip into the heart of Sumatra’s untamed wilderness at Gunung Leuser National Park, a sanctuary of dense rainforests, towering trees, and vibrant wildlife. This UNESCO World Heritage site offers an unparalleled jungle adventure where the thrill of exploration meets the awe of nature’s wonders. Imagine trekking through lush, verdant trails, the calls of exotic birds and the rustle of foliage your constant companions. The park is one of the last strongholds of the critically endangered Sumatran orangutan, and encountering these majestic creatures in their natural habitat is an experience like no other. Delve deeper into the rainforest to uncover hidden waterfalls, meandering rivers, and the rich biodiversity that makes this region one of the most vital ecosystems on Earth. Whether you’re navigating through dense undergrowth, observing playful primates, or simply absorbing the serenity of the jungle, your adventure in Gunung Leuser National Park promises unforgettable moments and a profound connection with nature

Day overview

Day 1

After arrival in Medan, we pick you up and get on the way to Bukit Lawang, it’s a 3 till 4-hour ride into the jungles of Gunung Leuser National Park. In Bukit Lawang you spent the first night in a homestay. There is enough time to explore the village and maybe even go tubbing on the river that goes through the village.

Day 2-4

An early start on your 4 days and 3-night jungle trek into one of the most beautiful jungles still left on our planet. With your guide, a porter and good spirit you the first day will be a 4 till 6-hour hike into the forest. Camp will be made and with some luck you can take a refreshing dive in a jungle river. The days after will be a bit the same, 4 till 6- hour hikes to look for wildlife and go a bit deeper into the national park.

Day 5

The last day of the trek and time to say goodbye to a lot of beautiful memories, encounters with the amazing animals of the park. The trek can be hard with wet conditions in the jungle, small animals, ents, mosquitos, but hopefully it was all worth it. A more real jungle than this we don’t have on earth, and you survived it.

Day 6

After breakfast it is time to enjoy a bit in Bukit Lawang before heading back to Medan or onto your next adventure.

Price of this tour

1 person

699 €

Per person

Transportation from Medan to Bukit Lawang and back.

Two nights' accommodation in a homestay in Bukit Lawang.

National Park Entrance Fees

Camping equipment

Complete meals, water and snacks throughout the Gunung Leuser jungle trek

Our porters carry all the logistics and can maybe take a few of your items but not a lot. If you have many things, you need them to carry for you, please request additional porters

Garbage collection

Transportation from Medan to Bukit Lawang and back.

Two nights' accommodation in a homestay in Bukit Lawang.

National Park Entrance Fees

Camping equipment

Complete meals, water and snacks throughout the Gunung Leuser jungle trek

Our porters carry all the logistics and can maybe take a few of your items but not a lot. If you have many things, you need them to carry for you, please request additional porters

Garbage collection

Transportation to and from Medan

Meals during free time in Bukit Lawang and Medan are not included

Additional activities in Bukit Lawang

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Interesting Facts

Besides orangutans, the park shelters Sumatran tigers, elephants, rhinos, clouded leopards, sun bears, and hornbills

Fewer than 14,000 Sumatran orangutans remain in the wild at the Gunung Leuser National Park. Orangutans are extremely smart, they use sticks to extract termites and honey, leaves as umbrellas, and even create sleeping nests in trees. And be careful, adult males can be 7 times stronger than humans

Gunung Leuser National Park, Sumatra