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5 Days Bukit Lawang & Tangkahan

Sumatra (Bukit Lawang - Tangkahan - Medan)
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Duration

5 Days

Tour Type

Specific Tour

Group Size

10 people

Languages

English

Overview

TOUR CATEGORIES: Family Tour, Regular Tour, Overland

Five days in the jungle of Bukit Lawang and Tangkahan is an option if you have short time to visit Sumatra. Main activities are Trekking to the jungle, home to the numbers of Orangutan and some other endemic wildlife and plants and tubing down the Bohorok River. Meanwhile, Tangkahan offer you to bath or watch bathing the elephants.

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Bukit Lawang Cottage (Standard Level)

Ecolodge Bukit Lawang is a great choice for accommodation when visiting Bukit Lawang. Bukit Lawang is a peaceful village in the province of North Sumatra. The location is a main access point into the green heart of Sumatra: the Leuser Ecosystem. You will have the unique chance to view wild orangutans in a guided tour through the lush forests of the region.
The Ecolodge Bukit Lawang was established to complement and serve as an outlet for the activities of the Bohorok Envi¬ronmental Education Centre. Herein we aim to increase awareness towards biodiversity conservation and the implementation and management of proper ecotourism.

Mega Inn

Mega Inn Tangkahan Sumatra
In the middle of the dark jungle, you will find our simple but charming accommodation. 8 cottages situated in a rarely visited part of the Gunung Leuser National Park. Visitors can ride an elephant through the jungle, tube, swim, swim to the hot springs or relax, visit the waterfall or do a jungle trek. Our guesthouse offers beautiful views on the river and the surrounding area. If you are lucky you will be able to see the hornbills, the seagulls, monitor lizards, lizards, buffaloes, snakes, beautiful fishes, many butterflies, different species of monkeys, and many other animals.
Every cottage has a mosquito net, veranda with a sitting area and a bathroom with a toilet and mandibak. Some rooms have an Indonesian squat toilet. In our restaurant, an Indonesian breakfast (rice, noodles, pancakes, eggs, fruit, …) is served. Lunch, dinner, fresh fruit juices and other drinks are available too. Elephant riding, tubing, and the jungle walking, all start from our guesthouse

Aston Hotel Makassar (Superior & Deluxe Level)

Aston Makassar Hotel & Convention Center is the ideal modern and stylish business and conference hotel with international standard of 4-star facilities, located in the heart of Makassar, the capital city of South Sulawesi and the main hub to the eastern part of Indonesia. Advantaged by being nestled only with 30-minute drive from Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport and Port of Soekarno Hatta and nearby to the local government offices, shopping center and tourism destinations. The hotel is the most convenient choice for both business and leisure travelers, or for a more permanent stay in Makassar. Combining exceptional service and attention to details, Aston Makassar Hotel & Convention Center offers 177 tastefully and modern decorated guestrooms which furnished with arrange of international standard amenities. Featuring 8 meeting rooms and 1 ballroom which accommodate up to 1000 guests, this establishment is ideal to host meetings, workshops, exhibitions, and social events.

Emerald Garden Hotel

Hotel Emerald Garden is a hotel in a good neighborhood, which is located at West Medan. Not only well positioned, but Hotel Emerald Garden is also one of hotels near the following Podomoro City Deli Medan within 0.88 km and Mall Grand Palladium within 1.38 km.

From business event to corporate gathering, Hotel Emerald Garden provides complete services and facilities that you and your colleagues need. Be ready to get the unforgettable stay experience by its exclusive service, completed by a full range of facilities to cater all your needs. The hotel’s fitness center is a must-try during your stay here. Have an enjoyable and relaxing day at the pool, whether you’re traveling solo or with your loved ones. 24-hours front desk is available to serve you, from check-in to check-out, or any assistance you need. Should you desire more, do not hesitate to ask the front desk, we are always ready to accommodate you. Savor your favorite dishes with special cuisines from Hotel Emerald Garden exclusively for you. WiFi is available within public areas of the property to help you to stay connected with family and friends. Hotel Emerald Garden is a hotel with great comfort and excellent service according to most hotel’s guests. Get precious and unforgettable moment during your stay at Hotel Emerald Garden.

Price Table

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Highlights

  • Jungle trekkings
  • Seeing Orangutan & elephants
  • Tubing Bohorok river
  • Chance to bath elephants

Itinerary

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Day 01 : Arrival Medan – Bukit Lawang
Day 01 : Arrival Medan – Bukit Lawang

Today you will go from Medan to Bukit Lawang. On the way, you will leave Medan's busy atmosphere and entering the calm villages of Bukit Lawang. As you get closer to your hotel, you will see plenty of palm oil plantations. This is a transfer only, no stops included.

Accommodation : Bukit Lawang Cottage
Meals included : N/A
Travel time : Approximately 4,5 hours

Day 2 Bukit Lawang, 3 Hrs Jungle Trek & Tubing
Day 2 Bukit Lawang, 3 Hrs Jungle Trek & Tubing

Jungle trek about 3 hours into the Gunung Leuser national park searching for orangutan and other Sumatra wildlife. The terrain you will be trekking on is not always flat but involves some hikes up and down. A bit hard but in return, you get a very nice experience. You have big chances to see orangutans, gibbons, thomas leaf monkeys, longtail and pigtail macagues, flying squirrels, Sumatra peacocks, and hornbills. A wild orangutans might cross your way. Your guide will explain to you many things about the rainforest. And he will show you many different kind of plants and flowers.
Jungle trek ends by the riverside from where you start the tubing experience. You will float down the river on car tubes for about 25 minutes. It is fun rafting and a relaxing way to enjoy the scenery.

Accommodation : Bukit Lawang Cottage
Meals included : Breakfast
Travel time : Approximately 3 hours

Day 3 Bukit Lawang – Tangkahan, Jungle Trekking & Elephant Bathing
Day 3 Bukit Lawang – Tangkahan, Jungle Trekking & Elephant Bathing

Today you will go from Bukit Lawang to Tangkahan. On the way, enjoy the view of small villages and vegetations as you drive past bumpy roads. This is a transfer only, no stops included.
In the afternoon, for about 3 hours of moderate walk exploring the good trail system radiating out into the forest around the National Park give a close view of incredible scenery with various tropical plants and sightings of park’s primate; Long Tailed Macaque is possible following along the edge of a crystal clear mountain stream locally known as Butterfly Beach then walking to the elephant station and then join with the Mahout during washing the Elephant and then feed the elephant, after feeding the Elephant then go back to the hotel.

Accommodation : Mega Inn Hotel
Meals included : Breakfast
Travel time : Approximately 8 hours

Day 4 Tangkahan - Medan
Day 4 Tangkahan - Medan

Today you will go from Tangkahan to Medan. On the way, you will leave the peaceful atmosphere of Tangkahan. Passing by small villages, you will soon entering the hustle and bustle of Medan.

Accommodation : Emerald Garden Hotel
Meals included : Breakfast
Travel time : Approximately 5 hours

Day 05 : Medan - Departure

You will be picked up from your hotel and will be transferred to Kualanamu International Airport. This is a transfer only, no stops included.

Meals included : Breakfast
Travel time : Approximately 1:30 hours

Included/Excluded

  • Accommodation
  • Land and sea transportation
  • Meals as specified
  • Local English speaking guide at most sights during the tours
  • Entrance fee as specified
  • Excursions as mentioned in the description
  • Visa
  • International flight
  • Travel insurances
  • Personal expenses like drinks, tipping, souvenirs etc.
  • Optional excursions and activities and their entrance fees
  • Other expenses not mentioned in the program
  • Any items not mentioned in the inclusions or the program above

Durations

5 Days

Tour's Location

Sumatra (Bukit Lawang - Tangkahan - Medan)
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