Sumatra Jungle Trek

Join Medan, transfer to Bukit Lawang

You will be met at Kuala Namu Airport by your guide and driver who will accompany you to Bukit Lawang. The drive takes around 4-5hrs. Upon arrival in Bukit Lawang you will have time to check-in, relax and refresh before meeting back up with your guide who will provide a trip briefing. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure. Note: Flights should arrive prior to 12:00.Driving: ~4hrsOvernight: Eco Lodge Bukit Lawang or similar

Bukit Lawang

This morning you will have an early start to for your hike to the orangutan feeding station in the Gunung Leuser National Park, the first step for once captive orangutans learning to live in the wild. This morning’s trek gives you the opportunity to find your forest feet. At the feeding platform you will be able to see the semi-wild orang-utans in their natural habitat. Hiking: ~3hrsOvernight: Eco Lodge Bukit Lawang or similar

Gunung Leuser National Park Trek

This morning we set out on our trek into Gunung Leuser National Park. Over the next five days you will experience some steep climbs and ascents with the aid of rope and a hand or two from your local guides. You will learn some rainforest survival skills from your local guides: path-finding, setting up camp, fishing, foraging for food and medicine, making fires and cooking. The terrain you will be trekking on will be extremely steep, but the views spectacular, with plenty of stops to help you to acclimatise and adjust to the local conditions. Gunung Leuser National Park is mostly mountainous, covering a million hectares, straddling the borders of North Sumatra and Aceh provinces. Trekking: ~6hrsOvernight: Tented camp

Landak River Trek

This morning after breakfast we trek to the Landak River. While going deeper into the rainforest your chances of encountering wildlife will increase. At noon your guides will prepare you a simple jungle lunch on the top of a hill. Fantastic scenery along the way through the national park will be a memorable experience for you. Here is a big chance to see wild orangutans and black gibbons. Trekking: ~6hrsOvernight: Tented camp

Gunung Leuser National Park Trek

After breakfast you will discover the deeper jungle while hiking further upstream of the Landak River to Uning. If you are lucky here you can see the Sumatran tiger, deer, wild pigs and other habitants of the tropical rainforest. Trekking: ~6hrsOvernight: Tented camp

Bohorok River Trek

Today we continue in the direction to the Bohorok River. In the afternoon you can relax and swim. If you are lucky you can observe there the Sumatran monitor lizards, tortoises and colourful river butterflies around the campsite. Trekking: ~6hrsOvernight: Tented camp

To Bukit Lawang

This morning we'll take our time to relax and enjoy the setting. Following breakfast, take a swim, explore the area around our camp or jump sit and relax. Later we'll hike out for around 2½ hours before river tubing (~30mins) the rest of the way back to the eco lodge at Bukit Lawang. The remainder of the day is free at leisure to rest or have a swim in the Bohorok river next to the hotel. Trekking: ~2½hrsOvernight: Eco lodge Bukit Lawang or similar

Bukit Lawang Village tour

This morning we embark on a half day becak (traditional tuk-tuk-taxi) adventure will take you along green rice fields, rubber plantations and through the unique villages surrounding Bukit Lawang. The afternoon is at leisure.Overnight: Eco lodge Bukit Lawang or similar

To Berastagi

This morning we journey by road to Berastagi (~5hrs), perched on a plateau and surrounded by two volcanoes: Gunung Sinabung to the west (which was very active in 2013) and the smoking Gunung Sibayak to the north. Because of the cool climate, this was a popular escape for the Dutch who built some beautiful colonial houses. Berastagi is an agricultural trade centre and its markets are always humming with activity. Have a look at the famous fruit market, where you will find and endless choice of exotic fruits. Driving: ~5hrsOvernight: Hotel Kalang Ulu or similar

Climb Sibayak Volcano, transfer to Lake Toba.

The 2094m high Sibayak volcano is one of the most accessible volcano's in Indonesia. Accompanied by a guide you leave early morning to the starting point. From here it’s only a bit more than an hour to climb up to the magnificent crater. You will witness several active sulphur springs. The colours yellow and green are predominate. If the weather is clear you have a fantastic view on the Sinabung volcano. Back to the hotel for breakfast and then continue your journey to Lake Toba. Lake Toba is a wonderful lake, where the amiable Christian Batak people reside. Everywhere you will be welcomed with a chorus of “horas” (welcome) to greet you at every turn. Danau Toba is the largest lake in South-east Asia; covering a massive 1707 sq km. Samosir is located in the middle and almost as big as Singapore.The Bataks were among the most warlike peoples in Sumatra. Today there are more than six million Bataks, divided into six main linguistic groups. The majority of today’s Bataks are Protestant Christians, although many still practise elements of animist belief. The Bataks are famous for their powerful and emotive hymn singing and a Batak man is never far from his guitar. Driving: ~1hrBoat: ~45minsTrekking: ~2hrsOvernight: Tabo Cottage, Batak Villa or similar

Lake Toba Cycling

Cycling on Samosir is quite pleasant because there is not so much traffic and it’s a great way to get into contact with the friendly Bataks. The aim of the bike trip is to witness the traditional Batak dancing in Simanindo. There is also a small museum housed in the formerly home of Rajah Simalungun, a Batak king, and his 14 wives.On the way back to Tuk Tuk you can visit the stone chairs in Ambarita. In former times important matters were discussed among village elders and wrong doers were beheaded here.Cycling: ~4hrsOvernight: Tabo Cottage, Batak Villa or similar

Lake Toba Boat trip

Today you will have a boat trip on the lake to the less touristy side. You will also enjoy a short hike and visit a school in a small village (closed during school holidays). You will be touched by the warm welcome of the children. Back to the boat you set sail toward a nice waterfall for a swim and a delicious lunch on board. The whole tour will be accompanied by Batak singers who will brighten up your day.Boat tour: ~5hrsOvernight at Tabo Cottage, Batak Villa or similar

Transfer to Medan Airport, trip concludes

After breakfast you will be transferred to the Medan airport, where the trip concludes. The transfer from Lake Toba takes between 4 and 5 hours, so this being the case, departure flights should not be booked until 1pm at the earliest.Boat: ~45minsDriving: ~5hrs