Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about planning your Sumatra adventure. From logistics to jungle ethics, we have you covered.

Booking is seamless. Contact us via WhatsApp at +62 813-7875-165. To secure your dates and permits, we request a small deposit. The remaining balance can be settled in cash (IDR) upon your arrival in Bukit Lawang. We provide quick confirmation and handle all logistical arrangements so you have no hidden middleman fees.

Safety is our absolute priority. All our trekking guides are HPI (Indonesian Tour Guide Association) licensed. They are trained in jungle safety, wildlife tracking, and emergency first aid. We maintain small guide-to-guest ratios to ensure personalized attention, especially during wildlife encounters.

We strictly follow ethical wildlife tourism practices. This means: NO feeding, NO touching, and NO chasing animals. We maintain a respectful distance at all times to protect the orangutans from human diseases and to keep their behavior wild and natural. We expect our guests to fully cooperate with these conservation guidelines.

  • Sturdy trekking boots with good grip.
  • High leech socks (very important!).
  • Lightweight, quick-dry clothing (long pants/sleeves).
  • Headlamp + spare batteries.
  • Insect repellent (DEET-based).
  • Personal first aid kit (blister tape, rehydration salts).
  • Dry-bag for electronics/passports.
  • Swimwear for river bathing.

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ATMs in Bukit Lawang can be unreliable and often run out of cash. We highly recommend withdrawing sufficient Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) in Medan or at the airport before traveling to Bukit Lawang. Most local guest houses and tour operators operate on a cash-only basis.

For our standard 1-day or 2-day treks, moderate fitness is sufficient. However, for 3+ day expeditions, you need a high level of physical fitness as the terrain includes steep ravines and slippery forest floors in high humidity. Please let us know your fitness level during booking so we can tailor the pace for you.

The dry season (May through September) offers the most pleasant trekking conditions with fewer muddy trails. However, the rainforest is beautiful year-round. Even in the “rainy” season, rains are often short, tropical bursts followed by sunshine, so trekking is still entirely possible.

Bukit Lawang village has limited WiFi in guest houses and decent 4G mobile coverage (Telkomsel provider is recommended). Once you enter the National Park on your trek, you will have no mobile signal or internet. Enjoy the true “digital detox” of the jungle!

The easiest way to reach us is by private car transfer from Kualanamu International Airport (KNO) or Medan city center. We can arrange this for you as part of your tour package—our driver will meet you at arrivals with a name sign, ensuring a stress-free 3.5–4 hour journey to the jungle edge.

Absolutely! We specialize in private, bespoke adventures. Whether you have 10 days, need a family-friendly gentle itinerary, or want a high-intensity survival expedition, let us know on WhatsApp. We will design the perfect Sumatra itinerary based on your interests and schedule.