Welcome to responsible travel in North Sumatra
Overnight Treks
Go deeper into the jungle and camp overnight with the sounds of the jungle. Suited to anyone with good fitness levels and wants to experience a night under the trees and amongst the wildlife
Trekking
Overnight treks
Overnight Treks
Experience the jungle in one of the richest tropical forests
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On these ethical overnight treks, you will get to explore a little deeper. Learn about the abundant plant life and wildlife. Camp by a river, swim, relax and gaze at the stars above you whilst listening to the jungle sounds.
We not only offer the standard treks in the Gunung Leuser National Park but have our own unique combo eco-treks that combines jungle trekking with trekking in less explored fragmented rainforest near Landak River to observe truly wild Orangutans.
Take a look below!
Why you'll love an overnight trek
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- You will trek deeper into the national park and explore more of the jungle
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- Likely to see more species of animals
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- Learn more about the local plant life and animals
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- Camp by a river where you can swim and relax on the bank
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- Get to know your guides, play cards, sing and be amused by their jungle magic
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- Enjoy dinner cooked over an open fire
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- Sleep with sounds of the jungle
Is this trek suitable for you?
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A reasonable level of fitness is needed as there are quite steep uphill and downhill climbs
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Suitable for solo, couples or friends and families
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For anyone looking to spend a night in a rainforest environment
Sumatra EcoVentures offers unique overnight treks - no other company offer these types of experiences.
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We work hard to make it happen and you would be directly helping the local people and preserving the forests. Have a look below and get in touch to start planning your next great adventure!
Combo 2 Days Discover Eco-Trek
Different locations & different ecosystems "Best of Both Worlds"
Option 1: 1 day/1 night in the jungle & 1-day eco-trek in hidden karst forest near Landak River
This is now our most popular trek!
Day 1: The day will begin entering the jungle of the Gunung Leuser National Park
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Hike up & downhill established trails, with plenty of rest points.
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Search for Orangutans and other wildlife.
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Enjoy lunch at the top of the mountain with good viewpoints.
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Arrive at camp by a small river around 4pm. Here you can swim, relax, eat dinner cooked from an open fire and get to know your guides.
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Day 2: Landak River
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Enjoy breakfast then pack your stuff up. You will walk down Landak River with views of the mountains - plenty of butterflies and birds to see​
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Arriving at a rubber plantation, there a short hike up a small ridge. It's common to see Thomas-leaf monkeys chilling in the rubber trees.
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Trek down to the hidden forest & towering limestones rocks. This part of the trek can be strenuous, clambering over, down and beside the rocks.
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Your local guide will try to spot wild orangutans in the tree. Be quiet, take photos and watch the true behaviour of these magical animals.
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Wild orchids, medicinal plants, animal footprints, many birds and butterflies can also be seen
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Eat lunch under the rocks or make your way to the river
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If your still feeling energetic after lunch, you can continue your eco-tour to Batu Kapal to explore the cave systems and rocks, or just head back to Bukit Lawang
Option 2: 1/2 day jungle trek, tube rafting, 1 night camping & 1 day eco-trek in hidden forests
Day 1: Still enjoy the amazing Gunung Leuser National Park with a half day trek.
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Trek for 3 - 4 hours and still get a chance to observe ex-captive Orangutans. Visit the large damar tree. Also chances to see Thomas-leaf monkeys, Macaques, maybe even a gibbon!
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At the top of the mountain or trek down to the river to enjoy lunch and relax
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Raft back to the village where a motorbike will be waiting to take you to the camp near to Landak River
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Drive through rubber and oil plantations before arriving at camp. Swim, relax or just take in the beautiful mountains and river. Camp will be either be near to the river or under the rocks in the hidden forest. Enjoy dinner cooked from the guesthouse or over a campfire.
Day 2: Landak River
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Eat breakfast early and enjoy your surroundings. Trek into the hidden karst and look for wild orangutans.
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See above for the rest of the itinerary
These overnight Combo Discover Eco-treks are part of our Eco Sustainable Program and you can learn more about the hidden karst forest here.
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We also offer 1/2 days and 1 day eco-treks to see this amazing place.
INCLUSIONS
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Permit and registration fee
Certified Guides and local guide for 2nd day
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Camp and camp equipment
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Lunch x 2, dinner x 1, breakfast x 1. Seasonal fruit
INCLUSIONS
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Permit and registration fee
Certified Guides and local guide for 2nd day
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Camp, camp equipment & rafting
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Lunch x 2, dinner x 1, breakfast x 1. Seasonal fruit
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Motorbike ride to landak river
ADDED NOTE
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The wild orangutans living in the fragmented forests around Batu Kapal are wild, they are not as used to tourists, like the ones in Bukit Lawang. Chances of seeing them is not a 100%, but if you are lucky enough to see one then it is something very special. Respect these Orangutans by being quiet and discrete.
Taking guests from Holland for a 1 day trek
Large flanged wild male orangutan resting in its nest, GLNP, bukit lawang
Rubber plantation,located on the route to Landak River
small brown lizard resting on a plant, bukit lawang
fragmented secondaary forest with towering rock formations
Wild white flowering Orchid growing in the forests at Batu kelinci
2 day Jungle Trek - overnight jungle experience
This is the popular classic jungle trek. You will explore more of the jungle than the 1-day trek.
Day 1. Enter the Gunung Leuser National Park
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Trek the well-established trails, hiking up and down the mountains
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Search for ex-captive Orangutans and other wildlife
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Likely to see; the Great Argus, White-handed Gibbons, Thomas-leaf monkeys, long-tailed macaque, maybe a Siamang.
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Visit a large damar tree and other interesting spots in the jungle. You will also get to see different trees, lots of fungi and plants.
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Have lunch at the top of the mountain, take a rest and take in the jungle surroundings.
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Continue trekking through the jungle reaching a high point before the downhill climb towards the river and camp. Arriving around 3-4pm.
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Enjoy drinking tea/coffee, biscuits and chilling. Swim, wash in the river before having dinner. Evening will be spent with your guides playing cards, singing, and being bemused by their jungle magic
Day 2: Have a relaxing morning by the river and enjoy a simple breakfast.
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Trek towards a waterfall. Hornbills are often spotted here. Jump in or just relax
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Explore the area, walk along the bank then enjoy lunch at camp
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Get ready for your 'jungle taxi' back to the village
INCLUSIONS
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Permit and registration fee
Certified Guides
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Camp and camp equipment
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Lunch x 2, dinner x 1, breakfast x 1. Seasonal fruit
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Rafting back
Guide Heri resting in a dangling liana in GLNP
Crossing a small river in the GLNP, Bukit Lawang
Thomas-leaf monkey, common sitting in bukit lawang