Trekking in Sumatra, 7 days

Trekking in Sumatra, 7 days

Get into the wild and experience Sumatra’s natural beauty. Challenge a five-day hike through Gunung Leuser National Park, exploring dense jungles, pristine rivers and rugged mountains. The hike pays off with incredible wildlife encounters and memorable nights under starlit skies.

Trek deep into the jungle and look out for wildlife such as Orangutans, Sumatran striped rabbits, Gibbons, Thomas Leaf Monkeys and more. Zip over rapids in a white-water raft and swim under a cascading, natural waterfall along the Wampu River. Enjoy the sounds of the forest, natural music symphony that will accompany you to sleep.

Duration: 7 Days

This trip can be fully customised to suit the requirements of your group, please <SUBMIT AN ENQUIRY> and tell us your requests.

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Medan – Bukit Lawang

Arrive into Medan Kuala Namu International Airport on an early morning flight. Meet your guide at the arrival hall and transfer to Bukit Lawang, part of Gunung Leuser National Park. The journey will take approximately 3-4 hours.

Embark on an afternoon walking excursion along the riverbank before crossing over in a traditional canoe. The hike continues, traversing through the jungle where there will be the first chance to view the orangutans in their natural environment. After the walk, return to Bukit Lawang.

Meal: Dinner

Stay: lodge, Bukit Lawang

Day 2 Bukit Lawang – Adi Black

The day starts with a trek with steep incline through the mountainous National Park, you will be rewarded with many spectacular views. While hiking, the guide will point out and explain (amongst many other things) the medicinal qualities of the jungle plants, used for centuries by the local people.

Upon arrival at the campsite, join your guide in setting up camp in the Sumatran jungle and assist with building a fire to cook a delicious dinner. The local guide is well versed in ‘camp cooking’; the opportunity to dine under the stars surrounded by a myriad of jungle sounds is an experience not to be missed.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Stay: Camping

Day 3 Adi Black – Batu Gajah

Enjoy the sights and sounds of the surroundings as you continue heading deeper into the jungle. Learn how to trace and recognize the different animal sounds with the help of your guide.

Also learn some traditional fishing methods (if the river conditions allow) and put them to use immediately! Try catching a fish for the evening’s dinner. Enjoy a restful night of sleep in preparation for the next day’s adventure!

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Stay: Camping

Day 4 Batu Gajah – Jamur Batu Atas

This morning, wake to a chorus of wildlife such as shy gibbons or massive hornbills, scrambling around the treetops in search of fruit. Today’s terrain is steady, traversing lush jungle running through towering trees and ferns.

Venture deeper into the jungle to try and catch a glimpse of the magnificent orangutan. With any luck, less commonly sighted species such as the Sumatran Striped Rabbit and a vast variety of birds and butterflies may also be spotted.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Stay: Camping

Day 5 Jamur Batu Atas – Batu Rangring

Rise early for a hearty breakfast before embarking on the most challenging day of the adventure. Although the terrain is quite steep; the route can be adjusted to the well being of the group.

The guide will keep an eye out for tell-tail signs of orangutans while trekking through the dense jungle. Aside from orangutans, a plethora of birds and smaller jungle animals may be visible through the mottled backdrop of the jungle.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Stay: Camping

Day 6 Batu Rangring – Wampu River – Bukit Lawang

It is a short trek back to Bukit Lawang. Take a 2-hour transfer to the Wampu River, preparing for a thrilling rafting adventure.

There will be a safety briefing from the highly qualified and experienced staff before heading into the waters going downstream navigating two sets of rapids. There will be brief pauses between rapids to observe the abundant birdlife and wildlife of the area. Today’s highlight is rafting under a magnificent waterfall and enjoying a natural shower!

Enjoy a well-earned farewell BBQ dinner while you reminisce on the experiences of the last few days.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Stay: lodge, Bukit Lawang

Day 7 Depart Bukit Lawang – Medan

Check out this morning and transfer to Medan Airport for the onward flight.

Meal: Breakfast

NOTE: depending on the time of your departure flight, there may be time to take a short city tour of Medan, including a visit to Maimoon, the 19th century Sultan of Deli Palace. Continue the tour to the early 20th century Great Mosque before finishing off the tour at a beautiful Chinese temple.

Inclusions

~ 2 nights stay in an eco lodge in Bukit Lawang;

~ 4 nights camping – tents, (thin) mattress, flash lights provided;

~ luggage transfers as required;

~ 6 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 6 dinners;

~ arrival and departure airport transfers;

~ service of an English-Speaking Adventure Guide;

~ plenty of drinking water, local fruits and snacks for consumption during trekking hours;

~ rafting at Wampu River with provision of helmet and life jackets;

~ supporting teams of porters during each climbing with overnight for porterages, camp setting and meal preparation.

Exclusions

~ air travel to Medan, Indonesia;

~ visa arrangement, if required;

~ beverages except drinking water during meal times;

~ comprehensive personal travel insurance;

~ expenditure of personal effects;

~ tipping for Hiking Guide and support assistant(s);

~ anything not specified in the itinerary and inclusion.

Important Notes

~ Non – refundable deposit, 30% of total trip quoted value is required at the time of booking.

~ Price may subject to change at the time of booking confirmation. You will be informed if there is any price increase, and you may withdraw within 3 days of notification. As such, your deposit will be fully refunded.

~ Full or balance payment is 60 days prior to departure.

~ Only book your air ticket to Indonesia when you have been informed to do so.

~ Group size: recommended minimum 4 hikers.

~ Should you require a visa to enter Indonesia, it is your responsibility to obtain such document before departure. Check your entry requirement and apply for your visa HERE if you require.

~ Every effort is made to ensure the trip and included experiences take place during the ideal time or period of the year, however certain sights are subject to weather conditions and seasonal variations that are not within the control of Travel Wander. Although you may get to see and/or experience, we cannot guarantee the sightings.

~ Provision of meals during the trip showcases local authenticity, cuisine and food culture of the places we are visiting. All food allergies and dietary restrictions must be disclosed to Travel Wander at the time of booking. We will use reasonable efforts to accommodate special requirements or requests but this is not always possible given the nature of the destinations visited and availability of options. We cannot guarantee that dietary needs or restrictions can be accommodated. Travel Wander is not liable for failure to accommodate or fulfil such requests. Meal supplementary charges may be imposed to meet your dietary needs.

~ Trip grading is an indication of the difficulty of the activities included. Preparation and engaging in regular exercise to maintain good physical condition and active lifestyle prior to the trip will be most beneficial in ensuring you have full enjoyment of the trip. We are glad to discuss your concerns and answer your queries.

~ Our utmost priority is always the safety of the hikers. Therefore inclusion of the itinerary may be altered due (not limited) to bad weather, local conditions, accommodation book out, the skill levels of the hikers and/or other unexpected circumstances beyond our control. We reserve the right to make changes necessary and there will be no refund should you decide to discontinue with the trip.

~ All hikers are required to wear hiking shoes with good sole grip when hiking.

~ Because hiking requires a certain level of cardio and stamina exertion, it is not suitable for hikers with chronic and/or acute disease. Please consider your physical condition before booking. Hikers must ensure they are medically and physically able to hike.

~ Purchasing comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended. See HERE for details.

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