Bukit Lawang Orangutan Trekking

Bukit Lawang orangutan trekking follows paths through the tropical rainforest of Gunung Leuser National Park, where visitors walk in search of Sumatran orangutans moving through the trees. The forest landscape varies from steep hillsides to river valleys, with a complex ecosystem of plants, animals, and streams.

Gunung Leuser National Park was established to protect the rainforest and the endangered species living within it, particularly Sumatran orangutans. The protected area has played a key role in preventing further habitat loss in the region.

Local guides from Bukit Lawang village share stories about how their community lives alongside the forest and its inhabitants. These personal perspectives help visitors understand the daily relationship between people and wildlife in this region.

Trekking options range from short half-day walks to multiday expeditions, allowing visitors to choose based on their fitness level and schedule. Guides provide necessary equipment, navigation support, and safety information for jungle conditions.

This is one of the few places in the world where visitors can observe wild orangutans in their original forest home, not in rehabilitation centers or reserves. The chance to see them moving freely through the canopy remains exceedingly rare.

Location: North Sumatra

Address: G4VM+3J2, Sampe Raya, Bohorok, Langkat Regency, North Sumatra 20852, Indonesia

Opening Hours: Monday 07:00-18:00; Tuesday-Friday 07:00-06:00; Sunday 07:00-06:00

Phone: +6285260509017

GPS coordinates: 3.54263,98.13402

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:21