Our Team

HERI KIBO - TRAVEL EXPERT

Heri Kibo was born in the small villages of Bukit Lawang. With over 8 years of experience as a jungle trekking guide, he’s helped hundreds of travelers explore the beautiful Bukit Lawang rainforest and see wild orangutans up close. Whether you want a short 1-day orangutan trek or a longer multi-day jungle adventure, Heri knows all the best trails and hidden spots. Working many at guest house over the years, he has plenty of insider travel tips and trusted contacts in Bukit Lawang. Need help booking a car, planning your Sumatra jungle tour, or finding the perfect orangutan trekking route? Heri’s the guy to ask, he’s ready to help make your Sumatra adventure unforgettable.

KELLAN HAYS - TRAVEL PARTNER EXPERIENCE

Kellan Hays lives between the United States and Bukit Lawang, North Sumatra. With over 20 years of passion for travel and discovering new cultures, she specializes in Southeast Asia travel, especially the incredible region of North Sumatra. Kellan’s vision is to promote sustainable and responsible tourism in the Gunung Leuser National Park area—tourism that’s fair, safe, and affordable for travelers. She brings fresh ideas and innovative plans to make every trip special. For many years, Kellan has supported her partner Heri Kibo and the Sumatra Orangutan Treks team. She’s friendly, informative, and always happy to answer your questions. Whatever you want to know, just ask!

TONDI FERNANDO - Licensed GUIDE

Tondi Fernando was born and raised in Bukit Lawang and is a licensed jungle guide in Gunung Leuser National Park. He loves sharing the amazing jungle with visitors who want to see wildlife, especially the famous wild orangutans, and discover the incredible plants and animals of Sumatra. With over 7 years of experience guiding visitors from around the world, Tondi knows all the best spots in the jungle. He’s fun, friendly, and always ready to share a laugh while showing you the wonders of Bukit Lawang’s rainforest.

HELMI - Licensed GUIDE

Helmi has over 7 years of experience as a jungle guide in Gunung Leuser National Park, Bukit Lawang. He specializes in 2- and 4-day jungle trekking tours and knows a lot about jungle conservation and wildlife. Helmi loves sharing his knowledge with travelers who enjoy nature and adventure in the tropical rainforests of North Sumatra. He speaks good English, is always fun and friendly, and loves telling stories about the amazing plants and animals you’ll see. Join Helmi for a trek and get closer to the wild beauty of the jungle!