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Ethical Elephant Jungle Trek – Tangkahan Adventure

€70.00

Walk Beside, Not on, the Gentle Giants of Sumatra

Step into the heart of Gunung Leuser National Park for a once-in-a-lifetime experience — an ethical walking trek with wild Sumatran elephants.

This eco-friendly adventure invites you to observe and learn about these incredible animals in their natural environment, surrounded by pristine rainforest and rivers.

No riding. No chains. No performances — just connection, conservation, and respect.

Walk Beside, Not on, the Gentle Giants of Sumatra

Step into the heart of Gunung Leuser National Park for a once-in-a-lifetime experience — an ethical walking trek with wild Sumatran elephants.

This eco-friendly adventure invites you to observe and learn about these incredible animals in their natural environment, surrounded by pristine rainforest and rivers.

No riding. No chains. No performances — just connection, conservation, and respect.

Tour Overview

  • Duration: 2 hours

  • Location: Tangkahan, on the border of Gunung Leuser National Park

  • Start Time: Flexible (usually between 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM)

  • Group Size: Minimum 2 – Maximum 6 participants

  • Difficulty Level: Easy (suitable for all ages)

Experience Highlights

  • Walk with Elephants: Join experienced mahouts and conservation guides for a gentle jungle trek alongside Sumatran elephants.

  • Learn About Conservation: Discover how Tangkahan transformed from an area of illegal logging into a successful ecotourism and elephant protection project.

  • Immerse in Nature: Spot local flora and fauna, learn about rainforest ecology, and enjoy the serenity of the jungle.

  • Support Ethical Tourism: Your visit directly supports elephant conservation and provides fair employment for local communities.

    • Arrival at Tangkahan

    • Upon arrival, meet your local guide and register at the park office.

    • You’ll be introduced to the Conservation Response Unit (CRU) — a team that protects elephants and their forest habitat.

    • Elephant Trek (2 Hours)

    • Begin your guided walk with Sumatran elephants, exploring lush jungle paths, riversides, and forest trails.

    • Your guide will share stories about the elephants’ lives, the challenges they face, and the vital conservation work taking place in Tangkahan.

    • Along the way, enjoy opportunities to observe other wildlife — hornbills, macaques, butterflies, and tropical plants — all thriving in this protected ecosystem.

    • > This is a deeply respectful, non-invasive encounter designed for nature lovers and responsible travelers.

    • 2-hour ethical elephant walking trek

    • Certified English-speaking guide

    • Entrance permit to Gunung Leuser National Park

    • Contribution to local conservation projects

    • Elephant washing experience

    • Transport with driver and fuel

    • Meals and drinks

    • Small backpack with change of clothes

    • Rain jacket or poncho

    • Swimwear & towel

    • Personal medicines & first-aid items

    • Camera or smartphone (in waterproof bag)

    • Insect repellent & sunscreen

    • Plastic bag for wet clothes

    • Refillable water bottle

Responsible Tourism Commitment

  • This tour is operated in partnership with the Tangkahan Conservation Response Unit (CRU) — a model of community-led conservation.

  • By joining this trek, you help:

  • Fund the protection and care of wild Sumatran elephants

  • Support anti-logging patrols and reforestation efforts

  • Empower local families through sustainable tourism

Price

  • IDR 1,350,000 / €70 / $80 per person

  • (Minimum 2 participants required)

“Every step you take beside the elephants helps protect the rainforest they call home.”
— SUMATRA ORANGUTAN TREKS

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