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Come for the orangutans. Leave with a story for life.
Explore the rainforest of Gunung Leuser National Park with experienced local guides, small groups and thoughtful service from your first message to your return from the jungle.
- Certified local guides
- Responsible wildlife encounters
- Transport & accommodation support
Local Family Company
Based in Bukit Lawang
Ethical Jungle Travel
Wildlife and forest come first
Small-Group Experience
More personal, calm and flexible
Simple Trip Planning
Treks, transfers and stays
Travel with purpose
Your visit supports local guides, cooks, drivers, guesthouses and families.
More than a tour company
A genuine rainforest journey, guided by people who call Bukit Lawang home.
We are a locally owned team creating safe, memorable and responsible jungle experiences. Our goal is not to rush you through the forest, but to help you understand it, enjoy it and remember it.
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Knowledgeable local guides who understand the trails, wildlife, plants and local culture.
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Personal service with a pace adapted to your group, fitness and interests.
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Complete local support for transport, accommodation and custom Sumatra journeys.
Find your perfect trek
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From a first taste of the jungle to a true rainforest expedition.
Easy Introduction
3 Hours Happy Trek
A compact rainforest adventure for travellers with limited time who still want a meaningful wildlife experience.
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Classic Day Trek
1 Day Jungle Life
Spend a full day exploring the rainforest, searching for wildlife and returning along the Bohorok River.
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Most Popular
Overnight Orangutan Trek
Trek deeper, sleep beside the river and wake to the extraordinary sounds of the Sumatran rainforest.
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Deeper Adventure
3 Days Jungle Explorer
Leave the busiest trails behind and enjoy more time, more forest and two memorable nights in nature.
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Why guests choose us
Professional planning. Genuine local hospitality. A jungle experience that feels personal.
We combine careful organisation with the friendliness of a local family business, so you can focus on the forest instead of worrying about the details.
Local Expertise
Your guides understand the forest, wildlife, trails, weather and the stories that bring the jungle to life.
Safety & Care
We adjust the pace to your group and help you feel supported on steep, humid and slippery jungle trails.
Responsible Encounters
Wild animals are observed respectfully. The forest is their home, and their wellbeing always comes first.
Positive Local Impact
Your trip supports local guides, cooks, drivers, accommodation providers and other Bukit Lawang families.
The complete experience
More than seeing orangutans — feel the rainforest around you.
Every day in the jungle is different. Weather, wildlife and the condition of your group shape the journey. Your guide helps you slow down, notice more and experience the forest with respect.
Wildlife observationOrangutans, monkeys, birds and rainforest life.
Traditional raftingA fun return along the Bohorok River.
Fresh local mealsSimple, generous food prepared for your trek.
Easy trip planningSupport with transfers, stays and custom itineraries.
Easy booking
Your adventure can be organised in three simple steps.
Unsure which trek is right for you? Send us your dates and group details. We will help you choose without pressure.
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Tell us about your trip
Share your travel dates, group size, children’s ages and the kind of adventure you prefer.
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Receive a clear recommendation
We help you choose a suitable trek and explain the itinerary, inclusions and practical details.
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Arrive ready to explore
We can also help arrange your private transfer and accommodation before or after the trek.
Turn your jungle trek into a complete Sumatra journey.
Combine Bukit Lawang with Berastagi, Lake Toba, Tangkahan or another destination. Tell us your dates and interests, and we will help create a practical personalised itinerary.
Guest experiences
The best memories are the ones guests keep talking about.
We want every guest to feel safe, welcomed and genuinely connected to the rainforest.
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This was the best tour we did during our time in Indonesia.Traveller review
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Magical experience in the jungle.Traveller review
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Incredible three-day orangutan trekking adventure.Traveller review
Plan with confidence
Questions before you book?
Send us your dates, group size and preferred trek. We will help you select an experience that suits your fitness, interests and travel plans.
Can you arrange transport from Medan?
Yes. Private transport can be arranged from Medan airport, a hotel or another agreed pickup point.
Can you help with accommodation?
Yes. We can help you find a suitable place to stay in Bukit Lawang before and after your jungle trek.
Which trek is best for families?
Shorter treks are often more comfortable for families. Please tell us the children’s ages so we can recommend the safest option.
Will we definitely see orangutans?
Orangutans are wild animals, so sightings can never be guaranteed. Our experienced guides give you the best respectful opportunity.
Can you provide vegetarian or vegan meals?
Yes. Please tell us about vegetarian, vegan, allergy or other dietary requirements when booking.
Your Sumatran jungle story starts here.
Tell us when you are travelling, how many people are joining and what kind of experience you would love.