Sumatra Eco Adventure, 6 Day Bukit Lawang & Lake Toba

Day 1 – Arrival in Bukit Lawang (Gateway to the Rainforest)

• Your adventure begins with a private pick-up from Medan hotel (approx. 3 hours) or Kualanamu International Airport (approx. 4 hours).

• Enjoy scenic views of palm plantations, villages, and river valleys as you travel to Bukit Lawang, the peaceful gateway to Gunung Leuser National Park — home to the critically endangered Sumatran orangutan.

• Check into your eco-lodge beside the Bohorok River and unwind after the journey.

• Overnight: Orangutan Villa / Jungle Inn / Ecolodge / Orangutan Hotel / Garden Inn /Orangutan Villa

Day 2 – Jungle Trekking & Orangutan Encounter (Day 1 of 2)

• After breakfast, meet your local guide and begin your two-day ethical jungle trek inside Gunung Leuser National Park, one of the world’s richest tropical ecosystems.

• Hike for 6–7 hours through dense rainforest, spotting orangutans, gibbons, Thomas leaf monkeys, and hornbills in their natural habitat.

• Your eco-guide will share insights about native plants, forest conservation, and local traditions.

• By late afternoon, arrive at your riverside campsite — a peaceful setting where you can swim, relax, and enjoy dinner prepared by your guide team.

• Fall asleep to the sounds of the jungle and river.

• Overnight: Jungle Camp (simple bamboo shelter with mattress & mosquito net)

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3 – Jungle Exploration & Tube Rafting Return

• Wake up to the calls of tropical birds and monkeys echoing through the forest canopy.

• After breakfast, continue trekking for 4–5 hours through pristine rainforest and along river valleys.

• Spot wildlife such as monitor lizards, tortoises, or butterflies as you make your way toward the Bohorok River.

• Enjoy lunch by the riverside, then float downstream on a traditional “jungle taxi” tube raft back to Bukit Lawang — an exhilarating and eco-friendly way to end your trek.

• Check back into your lodge and relax for the evening.

• Overnight: Jungle Inn / Green Travelodge / EcoLodge

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 4 – Bukit Lawang → Lake Toba via Karo Highlands

• After breakfast, embark on a scenic full-day drive (approx. 9 hours) through the highlands to Lake Toba, the world’s largest volcanic lake.

• En route, stop to visit:

• Berastagi Fruit Market – vibrant with colors and local produce

• Traditional Batak Karo Village – discover the unique longhouse architecture and daily life of the Karo people

• Sipiso-Piso Waterfall – one of Indonesia’s tallest, offering a stunning panoramic view over the caldera

• Stop for a local lunch in Berastagi and enjoy coffee or fresh fruit along the way.

• Arrive at Parapat, take the ferry across to Samosir Island, and check into your lakeside hotel.

• Overnight: Tabo Cottages / Zoe Paradise Waterfront / Samosir Cottages

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 5 – Samosir Island Cultural Experience & Relaxation

• After breakfast, explore the rich Batak culture of Samosir Island with your guide.

• Visit:

• Simanindo Village – watch a traditional Batak dance performance and explore the local museum

• Ambarita Village – see the ancient stone chairs once used by Batak kings

• Tomok Village – learn about Batak craftsmanship and visit the royal tombs

• In the afternoon, enjoy free time to swim, kayak, or simply relax by the lake.

• Optional: Rent a motorbike or join a short guided trip around the island’s villages and viewpoints.

• Overnight: Tabo Cottages / Zoe Paradise Waterfront / Samosir Cottages

• Meals: Breakfast

Day 6 – Return to Medan & Departure

• After breakfast, take the ferry back to Parapat and begin your drive to Medan (approx. 5–6 hours).

• Depending on your flight schedule, you can stop for refreshments or local snacks along the way.

• Your journey ends with drop-off at Kualanamu Airport or your Medan hotel.

• Please schedule flights departing after 20:00 to allow for travel time.

• Meals: Breakfast

• Orangutan Villa / Jungle Inn / Ecolodge / Orangutan Hotel / Garden Inn /Orangutan Villa/Green Travelodge

• Parapat Tabo Cottages / Zoe Paradise Waterfront / Samosir Cottages

• Private transportation (car, driver, fuel, ferry)

• Accommodation throughout the tour (5 nights)

• Licensed English-speaking eco guide

• 2D/1N jungle trek (all meals, camping gear, permits, porters & tubing)

• Entrance fees for national parks & attractions

• Local lunch in Berastagi

• Boat tickets to/from Samosir Island

• International/domestic flights, visas & travel insurance

• Personal expenses (laundry, souvenirs, beverages)

• Optional activities not listed in the itinerary

• Meals not mentioned in the inclusions

• Comfortable trekking shoes with good grip

• Light, breathable clothing (long sleeves recommended for jungle)

• Rain jacket or poncho

• Hat, sunscreen, and insect repellent

• Refillable water bottle (avoid plastic)

• Swimwear & quick-dry towel

• Small daypack & waterproof bag for valuab