Wednesday, July 20, 2011
3 Days Tour To Bukit Lawang And Tangkahan
For those on a tight schedule join us for an expedition highlighting the main attractions Gunung Leuser National Park. A 3 day, 2 night exclusive tour to Bukit Lawang and Tangkahan. Visit the Orangutan feeding platform in Bukit Lawang and enjoy a 1-3 hour elephant trek through the jungle in Tangkahan. Help out with the elephant washing before returning by river tubing to the jungle lodge accommodation.
ITINERARY :
• Day One
Early morning pick up from Medan and private transportation to hotel accommodation in Bukit Lawang. Lunch and a short trek to the Orangutan feeding platform. Evening meal and over night stay.
• Day Two
Breakfast followed by 2 hour overland open top jeep ride from Bukit Lawang to Tangkahan. Relax at the jungle lodge accommodation. Lunch followed by a 1 or 2 hour elephant trek from Buluh River to the Conservation Response Unit (CRU) elephant camp to help out with the elephant washing. Possible to tube back to Buluh river, close to the jungle lodges. Evening meal and local entertainment.
• Day Three
Relaxing and swimming in pristine clean jungle river. Watch the elephants washing in the river. Barbeque lunch and overland jeep transport back to Bukit Lawang.
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N.B: Itinerary may alter according to how long you wish to elephant trek for. 3 hour treks start at 11am and would need to be arranged for Day three. 1 or 2 hour elephant treks can take place on Day two. Other activities can be arranged in Tangkahan, such as, trekking, caving and river tubing.
For more information please contact us.
Pick up by private transportation from Medan
Return off road jeep ride from Bukit Lawang
Permits and fully licensed guides
1 night accommodation in Bukit Lawang and 1 night accommodation in Tangkahan
Cost :180 euro (Based on two person)
ITINERARY :
• Day One
Early morning pick up from Medan and private transportation to hotel accommodation in Bukit Lawang. Lunch and a short trek to the Orangutan feeding platform. Evening meal and over night stay.
• Day Two
Breakfast followed by 2 hour overland open top jeep ride from Bukit Lawang to Tangkahan. Relax at the jungle lodge accommodation. Lunch followed by a 1 or 2 hour elephant trek from Buluh River to the Conservation Response Unit (CRU) elephant camp to help out with the elephant washing. Possible to tube back to Buluh river, close to the jungle lodges. Evening meal and local entertainment.
• Day Three
Relaxing and swimming in pristine clean jungle river. Watch the elephants washing in the river. Barbeque lunch and overland jeep transport back to Bukit Lawang.
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N.B: Itinerary may alter according to how long you wish to elephant trek for. 3 hour treks start at 11am and would need to be arranged for Day three. 1 or 2 hour elephant treks can take place on Day two. Other activities can be arranged in Tangkahan, such as, trekking, caving and river tubing.
For more information please contact us.
Pick up by private transportation from Medan
Return off road jeep ride from Bukit Lawang
Permits and fully licensed guides
1 night accommodation in Bukit Lawang and 1 night accommodation in Tangkahan
Cost :180 euro (Based on two person)
BOOKING NOW!!!
1 Night Camping By The Bohorok river
ITINERARY :
- Breakfast and set off on overnight trekking adventure
- Walk around 6-7 hours into the jungle to searching to and see orangutan and other wildlife .
- After walking relaxing at the camp and swimming in pristine clean jungle river , preparation jungle dinner .
- Traditional tube rafting back to Bukit Lawang .
- Licensed guide and national park
- All food and water provide during trekking
- Traditional tube rafting down the river on the
- Final day back to base in Bukit Lawang
Important note :
An average to high level of physical fitness is required for this expedition , conditions can be hot
And at times exhausting in a tropical rainforest climate
Necessary equipment
- sturdy walking boots or shoes
- sport sandals or flip flops for river walking
- sheet or light weight sleeping bag
- optional ground /inflatable mat . one will be provided if necessary
- insect repellent
- trousers ( not jeans) and if possible long sleeved top
- ight time /clean clothing for relaxing in
- head torch or flashlight
Orientation . you may also be able to borrow some items from us
COST : 70 euro ( based on 2 persons )
BOOKING NOW!!!
Mar 11th, 2011 |
ITINERARY :- Breakfast and set off on overnight trekking adventure
- Walk around 6-7 hours into the jungle to searching to and see orangutan and other wildlife .
- After walking relaxing at the camp and swimming in pristine clean jungle river , preparation jungle dinner .
- Traditional tube rafting back to Bukit Lawang .
- Licensed guide and national park
- All food and water provide during trekking
- Traditional tube rafting down the river on the
- Final day back to base in Bukit Lawang
Important note :
An average to high level of physical fitness is required for this expedition , conditions can be hot
And at times exhausting in a tropical rainforest climate
Necessary equipment
- sturdy walking boots or shoes
- sport sandals or flip flops for river walking
- sheet or light weight sleeping bag
- optional ground /inflatable mat . one will be provided if necessary
- insect repellent
- trousers ( not jeans) and if possible long sleeved top
- ight time /clean clothing for relaxing in
- head torch or flashlight
Orientation . you may also be able to borrow some items from us
COST : 70 euro ( based on 2 persons )
BOOKING NOW!!!
Mar 11th, 2011 |
ITINERARY :- Breakfast and set off on overnight trekking adventure
- Walk around 6-7 hours into the jungle to searching to and see orangutan and other wildlife .
- After walking relaxing at the camp and swimming in pristine clean jungle river , preparation jungle dinner .
- Traditional tube rafting back to Bukit Lawang .
- Licensed guide and national park
- All food and water provide during trekking
- Traditional tube rafting down the river on the
- Final day back to base in Bukit Lawang
Important note :
An average to high level of physical fitness is required for this expedition , conditions can be hot
And at times exhausting in a tropical rainforest climate
Necessary equipment
- sturdy walking boots or shoes
- sport sandals or flip flops for river walking
- sheet or light weight sleeping bag
- optional ground /inflatable mat . one will be provided if necessary
- insect repellent
- trousers ( not jeans) and if possible long sleeved top
- ight time /clean clothing for relaxing in
- head torch or flashlight
Orientation . you may also be able to borrow some items from us
COST : 70 euro ( based on 2 persons )
BOOKING NOW!!!
Mar 11th, 2011 |
ITINERARY :- Breakfast and set off on overnight trekking adventure
- Walk around 6-7 hours into the jungle to searching to and see orangutan and other wildlife .
- After walking relaxing at the camp and swimming in pristine clean jungle river , preparation jungle dinner .
- Traditional tube rafting back to Bukit Lawang .
- Licensed guide and national park
- All food and water provide during trekking
- Traditional tube rafting down the river on the
- Final day back to base in Bukit Lawang
Important note :
An average to high level of physical fitness is required for this expedition , conditions can be hot
And at times exhausting in a tropical rainforest climate
Necessary equipment
- sturdy walking boots or shoes
- sport sandals or flip flops for river walking
- sheet or light weight sleeping bag
- optional ground /inflatable mat . one will be provided if necessary
- insect repellent
- trousers ( not jeans) and if possible long sleeved top
- ight time /clean clothing for relaxing in
- head torch or flashlight
Orientation . you may also be able to borrow some items from us
COST : 70 euro ( based on 2 persons )
BOOKING NOW!!!
8 – 10 DAYS TO KUTA CANE (SOUTH EAST ACEH )
Join us for a spectacular trek across the jungle border between Aceh and North Sumatra. View stunning scenery off the tourist trail and feel a true sense of achievement on completing our most physically challenging expedition so far.
Ascending a mountain on day one is just the beginning of this adventure. Experience true remoteness and abandonment in beautiful primary rainforest as far as the eye can see. Leave all cares and worries behind you and absorb nature at its purest.
Our highly experienced guides are alert to the tracks and signs of wildlife. You may be lucky enough to see the Sumatran Elephant in the wild as well as wild orangutans, gibbons, various monkeys, wild pig and deer regularly spotted in this region. We can extend the number of days spent on the trek to build in time for relaxing and soaking in the jungle tranquillity.
ITINERARY :
(The route and duration of the trek may vary according to the time of year and weather conditions)
• Day One
Trek orientation in Medan / Bukit Lawang. Travel by private transportation through Berastagi to Kutacane in Aceh. Stop for lunch in Berastagi. Arrive around 8pm in Kutacane for dinner and accommodation with our local village friends.
• Day Two
Wake early for breakfast and ascend Lumut Mountain. Arrive late afternoon 500 metres below the summit for our river camp in the valley below. Get into warm, cosy clothes for evening camp meal and spectacular views of Southern Aceh and the winding Alas river below.
• Day Three
Trek to the summit of Lumut Mountain in wondrous misty mountain views. Descend the mountain to camp next to the Berkail river.
• Day Four–Seven
Trekking alongside and through the Berkail river with the help of our guides. Take lunch by waterfalls, catch fish for dinner, play cards and scrabble in the evenings. Camping out under the stars makes for an authentic jungle experience.
• Day Eight
Final day of trekking. Ascend the Meranti mountain before reaching our expedition base. Put on some clean clothes, enjoy a local massage and prepare for a well deserved end of trek party.
Who is this trek suitable for?
As well as a sense of adventure, an average to high level of physical fitness is required for this expedition. Conditions can be hot and at times exhausting in a tropical, rainforest climate. The terrain is sometimes steep and deeply forested.
This is not an expedition for the faint hearted or those looking for jungle luxury.
We camp together every night under the same tent and you will be washing in the river to keep clean. Don’t expect to return with any clean clothes!
You might find it useful to do a short 1 day practice trek before you embark on this expedition. Please allow extra days if you wish us to organize a practice trek.
Contact us for more information.
Necessary Equipment:
- Sturdy walking boots or shoes
- Sports sandals or flip flops for river walking
- Sheet or light weight sleeping bag
- Optional ground/inflatable mat. One will be provided if necessary.
- Insect repellent
- Trousers (not jeans) and if possible long sleeved top(s)
- Night time / camp clothing for relaxing in.
- Head torch.
If you are hoping to contribute directly to the plight of the Sumatran orangutan then please read on.
Includes :
All private transportation from Bukit Lawang or Medan to the starting point of the trek in Kutacane, Aceh
Licensed guides and permits
All food and refreshments whilst trekking
All private transportation from Bukit Lawang or Medan to the starting point of the trek in Kutacane, Aceh
Licensed guides and permits
All food and refreshments whilst trekking
NB : This is just a general guide we will advice you further on the necessary equipment during the orientation. You may also be able to borrow some items for us.
Cost : 500 euro ( based on two person )
BOOKING NOW!!!
10 Day Sumatra Wild Expedition
Mar 11th, 2011 |
Join us for a 6 days overnight trekking adventure through the wild orangutan territory of Gunung Leuser National Park. inclusive of 4 nights hotel accommodation in Bukit Lawang to relax before and after the trek and a short practice trek to visit the semi wild rehabilitated orangutans at the Bukit Lawang Feeding platform .
At the time trekking learn key jungle skills, such as building camps jungle style . finding and cooking jungle vegetables , fishing for dinner and finding and preparing jungle medicine .
The Gunung Leuser National Park is the best place to see many kinds of species , including orangutans, Sumatran tiger , white handed gibbon , siamang ,Thomas leaf monkey and 285 species birds . 3500 plants species and 60-130 tree species .
This expedition last for 10 days , but we can offer more activities if you still have a time . This expedition is ideal for single travelers looking for like minded people to share experiences. With alternatively we can arrange for you to do the trek alone with our guides at a date fitting in into your travel schedule.
TYPICAL ITINERARY :
(may very according to weather conditions )
Day one
Only afternoon pick up from Medan and private transportation To hotel accommodation hotel in Bukit Lawang orientation with head guide
Day two
Breakfast followed by short practice trek to orangutans feeding Platform and the surrounding jungle area .
Day three
Breakfast and set off on 6 day trekking Adventure . overnight camping and dinner .
Day four
Continuing trek to next camp looking for Signs of wild orangutan nests or noise And other wildlife tracks, instruction in Making a jungle camp followed by late. Afternoon fishing by the river and instruction in preparing a jungle dinner.
Day five
Day spent looking for sign or wildlife In the surrounding area. At the same time Collecting jungle vegetable for dinner
And use full jungle medical remedies. instruction in how to prepare the jungle,Vegetables and demonstration in preparation of jungle medicine and its uses .
Day Six
Continue trekking and observing wildlife.
Opportunity for guests to help with setting
Up the jungle camp and preparation of dinner.
Day Seven
Further trekking and tracking of wildlife .
Final night of camping in the jungle .
Set up the camp and prepare jungle dinner
Day eight
Trek to tubing pick up point for
Exhilarating traditional tube rafting
Back to Bukit Lawang and accommodation .
Evening BBQ and party .
Day nine
Stay one more night in Bukit Lawang and
Early afternoon walk around to the village
And to see rice field .
Day ten
Private transportation back to Medan .
Includes
- Private return transportation from Medan to Bukit Lawang and the starting Pont of the expedition .
- 4 nights hotel accommodation in Bukit Lawang before and after 6 days trek
- Highly experienced and licensed guides
- National park permits
- All food and water provided during trekking
Important note!!
An average to high level of physical fitness is required for this expedition . condition can be hot and At time exhausting in a tropical rainforest climate
Necessary equipment
. Sturdy walking boots and shoes
. Sport sandals of flip flops for river walking
. Sheet or light weight sleeping bag
. Optional ground /inflatable mat , one will be provided if necessary
. Insect repellent
. Trousers ( not jeans) and clothing for relaxing in .
. Head torch or flashlight
NB : this is just a general guide , we will advice you further on the necessary equipment during
The orientation . you may also be able to borrow some items for us
Cost : 500 euro (based on two person)
BOOKING NOW!!!
Bukit Lawang
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| Orang Utan Sumatera |
Bukit Lawang is a small tourist village at the bank of the Bahorok River in Northern Sumatra, Indonesia.
The village of Bukit Lawang provides the main access point into the Gunung Leuser National Park, one of only two remaining natural habitats for the Sumatran orag-utan.
Bukit Lawang is located approximately 80km North West of the city Medan. The easiest and cheapest way to get to Bukit Lawang is by bus from Pinang Baris Bus Station in Medan. Get a taxi to drop you off at the station (which is often just a collection of buses at the side of the road) and ask for the bus to Bukit Lawang. The journey takes approximately three hours and the bus attracts jungle guides seeking to sell jungle trips to tourists/backpackers.
Bukit Lawang is well known for the Bohorok Orang utan Sanctuary. The centre has a successful track record of reintegrating orang-utans into the wilderness. Visitors to Bukit Lawang can take the short walk to the orang-utan feeding platorm, located just inside the National Park, which provides an amazing opportunity to view semi wild orang-utans.
Tangkahan
Tangkahan is a small village on the border of Gunung Leuser National Park located in North Sumatra. It is situated at the junction of 2 rivers, the Buluh River and the Batang River. Tangkahan specialises in eco-tourism activities like jungle trekking and Elephant trekking.
There are 7 trained elephants at Tangkahan which are available for jungle trekking though their primary role is to patrol and protect the National Park from illegal activities like animal poaching and illegal logging. These elephants were original troublesome elephants that were involved in destroying fields and houses in surrounding villages. Now they serve to protect not only the villages but other elephants in the wild.
When you arrive at Tangkahan you need to pay 2000Rp at the Visitors Centre to go down to the river. Then to cross the river it is 10,000Rp per person for 3 days, you can cross as many times as you like.
Tangkahan River Crossing
Buluh River Tangkahan
Elephant camp
The Elephant camp is a 15 – 20 minute walk up river from the visitors centre in Tangkahan. They bathe the elephants everyday at 9am and 4pm. You’ll need to purchase a ticket at the visitors centre for 20,000Rp per person before you go to the elephant camp.
Elephant Washing in Tangkahan
Elephant trekking
There are various options for experience trekking in the jungle on the back of an elephant. There is a minimum of a 1 hour trek up to a 4 day trek through the Gunung Leuser National Park to Bukit Lawang.
Elephant Trekking in Tangkahan
Trekking to Bukit Lawang is possible and will take 4 days.
Hot spring
Just across from the Jungle Lodge is a small cave with a hot spring pouring hot water into the river. There is a large log tied up at the river bank which allows you to lay back and enjoy the mixture of the hot spring waters and cold water flowing down the river.
Waterfall
Just before the Buluh River meets the Batang River there is a small waterfall. You have to walk up a small creek about 100 meters to reach the waterfall. Great for sitting under to get a jungle massage!
There is also another larger waterfall about an hours trek up the Buluh River. Most of the way you need to walk in the river as there are no jungle trails and some sections you need to swim up river
There are 7 trained elephants at Tangkahan which are available for jungle trekking though their primary role is to patrol and protect the National Park from illegal activities like animal poaching and illegal logging. These elephants were original troublesome elephants that were involved in destroying fields and houses in surrounding villages. Now they serve to protect not only the villages but other elephants in the wild.
When you arrive at Tangkahan you need to pay 2000Rp at the Visitors Centre to go down to the river. Then to cross the river it is 10,000Rp per person for 3 days, you can cross as many times as you like.
Tangkahan River Crossing
Buluh River Tangkahan
The Elephant camp is a 15 – 20 minute walk up river from the visitors centre in Tangkahan. They bathe the elephants everyday at 9am and 4pm. You’ll need to purchase a ticket at the visitors centre for 20,000Rp per person before you go to the elephant camp.
Elephant Washing in Tangkahan
Elephant trekking
There are various options for experience trekking in the jungle on the back of an elephant. There is a minimum of a 1 hour trek up to a 4 day trek through the Gunung Leuser National Park to Bukit Lawang.
Trekking to Bukit Lawang is possible and will take 4 days.
Hot spring
Just across from the Jungle Lodge is a small cave with a hot spring pouring hot water into the river. There is a large log tied up at the river bank which allows you to lay back and enjoy the mixture of the hot spring waters and cold water flowing down the river.
Waterfall
Just before the Buluh River meets the Batang River there is a small waterfall. You have to walk up a small creek about 100 meters to reach the waterfall. Great for sitting under to get a jungle massage!
There is also another larger waterfall about an hours trek up the Buluh River. Most of the way you need to walk in the river as there are no jungle trails and some sections you need to swim up river
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