Bukit Lawang 3 Days 2 Nights Eco Adventure

Day 1 – Arrival in Bukit Lawang (Gateway to the Jungle), Welcome to North Sumatra!

• Your private driver will meet you at Kualanamu International Airport or your hotel in Medan for a scenic 4–5 hour drive to Bukit Lawang, the peaceful riverside village bordering Gunung Leuser National Park.

• Along the way, enjoy views of palm oil plantations, traditional villages, and tropical countryside.

• Upon arrival, check in to your comfortable eco-lodge and relax.

• Depending on your arrival time, you may:

• Visit the Bat Cave (short walk from the village)

• Take a guided village walk to meet local families

• Enjoy dinner by the river and the sounds of the jungle at night

• Overnight: Bukit Lawang (Orangutan Villa / EcoLodge / Jungle Inn / Orangutan Hotel / Garden Inn)

Day 2 – Ethical Jungle Trekking & Orangutan Encounter

• After breakfast, meet your licensed local guide at 8:30 AM for a full-day eco-friendly trek into Gunung Leuser National Park — one of the last remaining rainforests where wild orangutans can be seen in their natural habitat.

• Trek for 6–7 hours through pristine rainforest, guided by your expert local team who will share insights about the area’s flora, fauna, and conservation efforts.

• Wildlife you might spot:

• Orangutans swinging freely in the canopy

• Thomas leaf monkeys, long-tailed macaques, black gibbons, and white-handed gibbons

• Colorful hornbills, butterflies, and tropical plants

• Stop for a picnic lunch in the jungle, then descend toward the Bohorok River for a refreshing swim.

• End your trek in an exciting and eco-friendly way — by traditional tube rafting (“jungle taxi”) down the river, floating back to Bukit Lawang.

• Return to your lodge in the afternoon and enjoy a relaxing evening surrounded by nature.

• Overnight: Bukit Lawang

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 3 – Return to Medan

• After breakfast, enjoy your final morning in Bukit Lawang — take a walk along the river or relax on your balcony with jungle views.

• Then depart by private car for your return trip to Medan (approx. 3–4 hours).

• If your flight schedule allows, your driver can arrange a short visit to Medan’s cultural landmarks, such as:

• Maimun Palace – the royal residence of the Sultan of Deli

• The Great Mosque (Masjid Raya) – a stunning example of Islamic architecture

• Tjong A Fie Mansion – a historic Chinese heritage home

• Drop-off at your hotel or the airport for your onward journey.

• Meals: Breakfast

• Bukit Lawang (Orangutan Villa / EcoLodge / Jungle Inn / Orangutan Hotel / Garden Inn)

• 2 nights’ accommodation in a comfortable eco-lodge (with breakfast)

• Private air-conditioned transportation (Medan ⇄ Bukit Lawang)

• Licensed English-speaking local guide

• 1-day ethical jungle trekking (with lunch, water, and permits)

• River tubing return on the Bohorok River

• Village & Bat Cave visits (optional)

• Entrance fee to Gunung Leuser National Park

• Camera tax (IDR 150,000 per camera)

• Drinking water during trekking and activities

• International/domestic flights, visa & travel insurance

• Personal expenses (laundry, souvenirs, beverages)

• Meals not mentioned in the itinerary (e.g., dinner)

• Small backpack (under 10kg)

• Comfortable hiking shoes with good grip

• Lightweight, breathable clothing

• Rain jacket or poncho

• Insect repellent & sunscreen

• Refillable water bottle (no plastic)

• Swimwear & towel

• Waterproof bag for electronics

• Personal medication & small first aid kit