This trekking suite is for those people that don’t have enough time to spend in the jungle but they still want to explore this amazing tropical forest. This trek takes around 6/7 hours and you have a big chance to see orangutans, peacocks, gibbons, and the Silver Monkey. You can enjoy a delicious snack fruit and a lunch with Nasi Goreng followed if you want to do the fun tube-rafting down the Bohorok River otherwise trekking back to Bukit Lawang.
A note on our prices:
Our prices are as specified by the Indonesian Guide Association
If you would like to book a group trek, booking in advance will increase your chances of us finding a group for you
All prices include rafting (€10 per person)
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Day 1
Your tour guide will meet you at Junia Guesthouse at 9am after breakfast. Together you will walk, slowly, towards the entrance of Gunung Leuser National park. As you are walking your guide will then teach you about the massive variety of wildlife and fauna in the National Park. Once you reach the national park entrance, your search for wildlife begins. You will have a chance to see Thomas Leaf Monkeys, Pig Tail and Long Tail Macaques, Hornbills, Gibbons and of course, semi-wild and wild orangutans.
You will have a break after around 1 or 2 hours for some delicious local fruit and another at around 1pm for your jungle lunch, some Nasi Goreng. After lunch, you will trek for another couple of hours. Optionally, you can take your Jungle Taxi back to your Guest House - traditional tube rafting.
What's Included
✅ Certified guide
✅ Entrance fee to Gunung Leuser National Park
✅ Meals during the trek (Snacks, breakfast, lunch and dinner)
✅ Traditional jungle river tubing
What to Bring (Not Included)
Mosquito spray
Swim suit
Long sleeve trousers
Personal toiletries
Drinking water bottle (refillable recommended)
Prices start from €70 per person
Final price depends on group size, travel dates, and availability.
Interested in the Monkey Trek (1 Day)?
Use the form below and mention “Monkey Trek” in your message.
If you have more time in Bukit Lawang, consider upgrading to our Gibbon Trek (2 Days).
This extended trek allows you to go deeper into the rainforest, experience wildlife at different times of the day, and enjoy an overnight stay in the jungle. Many travellers choose this option for a more immersive and complete jungle experience.