Bukit Lawang is the easiest place in Sumatra to trek into the rainforest and see wild orangutans without giving up a full day of your trip elsewhere. This 1-day trek takes you into Gunung Leuser National Park with a local guide, covers a real jungle trail on foot, and gets you back to the village by evening, no overnight camp needed. It’s a great fit if you’re short on time, want a taste of the jungle before deciding on a longer trek, or just prefer sleeping in a bed that night.




Bukit Lawang North Sumatra
Gunung Leuser National Park
Orangutans, Gibbons & Hornbills
English & Indonesian
Small (6–8) private on request
Moderate uneven jungle trails
You don’t need two or three days to get a real feel for Gunung Leuser. This trek covers solid ground — steep trail, river crossings, and the same wildlife-spotting your guide uses on the longer treks — just compressed into a single day. You leave in the morning, trek through the forest, eat lunch on the trail, and finish with a river tubing ride back into the village before the day is done.
It’s a good starting point if you’ve never trekked before, or the right call if you’re passing through Bukit Lawang on a tighter schedule and don’t want to skip the rainforest altogether.
If you want more time in the forest, an overnight camp, and a second morning of trekking, our 2 day trek covers that ground instead.
08:30 Meet your guide in Bukit Lawang village.
09:00 Enter Gunung Leuser National Park, steep start.
10:30–12:30 Trek and track orangutans, monkeys, hornbills.
12:30 Jungle lunch on the trail.
13:30–15:00 Continue trekking, quieter forest trails.
15:30 River tubing back to the village.
16:00 Arrive back in Bukit Lawang.
(Timings shift slightly depending on group pace and wildlife activity.)
This tour involves river tubing and jungle trekking, so it isn't suitable for:
From your first step into Gunung Leuser National Park to your last night by the river, we’ll help you plan a trekking experience that fits your time, fitness level, and sense of adventure. Get in touch and let’s build your itinerary
EXCELLENT Based on 6 reviews Posted on Google Alexia EmeryTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. If you’re wanting to do the orangutan jungle trek, please choose this company!!! From the beginning they were so helpful, arranging our transport from Medan to Bukit Lawang. We did the 2D 1N trek and we wish we did longer!! The guides were very knowledgeable with the wildlife, and always made sure we had the best view of the orangutans. They were so kind and patient, making sure everyone was safe and went at the pace of our team. And they were just the funniest and most genuine people, it was so lovely to spend the two days with them. On both days we seen many orangutans, and lots of different types of monkeys. The hikes aren’t too difficult but it gets very muddy and very sweaty. The food they provided was brilliant and the camp was basic but had everything you needed. The tubing was really fun, then when returning to the town, they let you shower and clean up!! We’d like to thank Dino, Wira and the owner of the company for giving us the most amazing 2 days. It was truly a once in a lifetime experience.Posted on Google Laure WTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The trek was so amazing !! it’s a very unique experience that we will keep memories forever 🦧 My boyfriend and I did the 2-day/1-night trek. We saw so many orangutans, as well as 4 types of monkeys and wildlife ! The guides were amazing and took great care of us throughout the whole trip. The organization was incredible, especially the meals, which were really hearty we truly wanted for nothing. The trek was quite physically demanding but it worth the effort especially at the end with the rafting, so cool ! It was very beautiful and a once-in-a-lifetime experience. We highly recommend this agency !Posted on Google Marit NellessenTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had a great experience on the 2-day jungle trek in Bukit Lawang. The guides were friendly, knowledgeable and clearly passionate about the jungle and its wildlife. We were lucky enough to see several orangutans and other animals in their natural habitat, which made the trek very special. The food during the trek was excellent and there was always plenty to eat. The campsite by the river was very basic, but sleeping in the jungle was a unique experience. The tubing back to the village was also a fun way to end the trek. The trek was sometimes quite challenging due to the steep and muddy terrain, but the guides were patient and helped everyone when needed. Overall, this was one of the highlights of my trip to Sumatra and I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting Bukit Lawang.Posted on Google Saed aliTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Really enjoyed my 2 days and 1 night trek. The staff were amazing and so hospitable I can’t wait to come back again!!Posted on Google Zoe CampbellTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Such an amazing experience. The guides are incredibly knowledgeable and are really passionate about Gunung Leuser National Park. Guides and locals are really friendly and helpful. We loved every minute of our trip and will come back again.Posted on Google Explizit WeltfremdTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had a great jungle trekking experience in Bukit Lawang with this guide and his team. They were all very friendly and professional and I felt really comfortable with them from the start. What I really appreciated was how respectful they were towards the animals. They didn’t force interactions and clearly cared about doing things the right and ethical way. That made the whole experience feel much more authentic. They were also very attentive to the group, adapting to what we wanted, and doing their best to help us see as much wildlife as possible. Communication was easy. Their English was very good and everything was well organized. During the trek I passed several other groups, which gave me a good comparison. It honestly made me feel like I chose the right guide. The overall vibe, organization, and care from this team really stood out. They also take care of everything on site, so you can just focus on enjoying the jungle. I’d definitely recommend them!!
No. This is a same-day trek; you're back in Bukit Lawang village by late afternoon.
Around 5–6 hours of trekking, split by a lunch break, with moderate uphill and downhill sections.
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Light, quick-dry clothing, trekking shoes or grippy sandals, insect repellent, and a change of clothes for after the river tubing.
Yes — guides keep a safe distance from wildlife, never feed or touch animals, and follow national park rules throughout.