DAY 1
Kick off your morning with a hearty breakfast before your guide meets you at the guesthouse at 9:00 AM. The adventure starts with a peaceful walk along the river, followed by a trek through vibrant rubber plantations, gradually leading you into the breathtaking Gunung Leuser National Park.
As you step into the jungle, the wilderness comes alive. If you’re lucky, you’ll witness Sumatran Orangutans in their natural habitat—swinging through the canopy, sometimes with their playful infants. This mesmerizing experience will leave an indelible mark on your heart.
The hike continues deeper into the rainforest, with stops to savor fresh tropical fruits while surrounded by nature’s symphony. A climb to a scenic viewpoint rewards you with sweeping views of the Bohorok River valley, framed by the lush expanse of Gunung Leuser. It’s a moment of pure serenity.
After a forest lunch, you’ll head toward your campsite, possibly spotting Long-tailed Macaques, Pig-tailed Macaques, Thomas Leaf Monkeys, or even a stealthy Monitor Lizard along the way. By 4 PM, you’ll arrive at your riverside or waterfall-adjacent camp. Unwind with a hot drink, take a dip in the pristine waters, and savor a mouthwatering dinner of fragrant curry, rice, and local specialties.
As night falls, retreat to your sturdy jungle tent, lulled to sleep by the forest’s gentle whispers—a truly magical experience.
DAY 2
Fuel up with a light breakfast before setting off to explore the rainforest’s hidden depths. The trek unveils more exotic wildlife, each turn offering new surprises.
After three hours of hiking, enjoy lunch amidst the jungle’s chorus. Then, journey to your next campsite, where you can cool off in the river or under a cascading waterfall. As evening sets in, gather around the campfire for a hearty meal and captivating jungle tales from your guide.
For the brave, a night trek reveals the forest’s elusive nocturnal inhabitants—like the wide-eyed slow loris or the haunting siamang—an experience unique to this wild paradise.
DAY 3
Today we leave the regular trekking paths of Bukit Lawang and cross the Berkail River into real wilderness — no trails, no signal, just rainforest.
Wildlife here is truly wild and shy. We may see many animals, or only signs of their presence. Nothing is guaranteed — and that’s what makes every encounter special.
Guided by a former deep-jungle hunter turned conservationist, we learn survival skills like fishing with handmade tools, finding clean water, identifying edible plants, and building simple shelters,
This is raw jungle life.
DAY 4
Another full day deep in the rainforest. We move quietly, watching for movement and listening to the forest.
We might spot wild elephants, monkeys, hornbills — or even tiger tracks. Sometimes the jungle is generous, sometimes it keeps its secrets.
In the afternoon, we build our shelter, prepare a hot meal, and relax far from civilization, Simple. Wild. Real.
DAY 5
After breakfast, we cross the river again and return toward the primary rainforest near Bukit Lawang.
Here, animals may be slightly more used to human presence, increasing our chances of sightings — but again, wildlife is never guaranteed.
We reach our riverside campsite, swim, relax, and enjoy another campfire dinner.
DAY 6
We wake up to the peaceful sounds of the deep jungle and enjoy breakfast with one last cup of jungle coffee.
Today we cross the Berkail River again, slowly making our way back toward the primary rainforest near Bukit Lawang. After days in the untouched wilderness, we may notice how wildlife here behaves differently — slightly more familiar with human presence, yet still completely wild.
As always, sightings are never guaranteed, but the forest still holds surprises. By afternoon, we reach our riverside campsite. Time to relax, swim in the fresh jungle river, and enjoy another warm campfire dinner under the stars.
DAY 7 - 10
Our expedition begins in the morning from Bukit Lawang. After a short transfer to the edge of the national park, we step into the rainforest — and civilization slowly disappears behind us.
From the first hours, the rhythm changes. The air feels heavier, the forest deeper. We hike steadily, stopping for fresh tropical fruits before continuing further into remote elephant territory. After a simple but energising jungle lunch, we push on until late afternoon, when the team selects a safe campsite and builds our shelter before sunset.
While the camp is prepared, our experienced scouts move ahead in different directions, searching for fresh signs of wild Sumatran elephants — footprints, broken branches, feeding areas, or dung. Their knowledge of the forest greatly increases our chances, but in true wilderness nothing is ever guaranteed.
Each day follows the natural rhythm of the jungle. After breakfast, we break camp and trek 6–7 hours deeper into untouched rainforest. We follow narrow elephant paths, cross rivers, climb hills, and move through valleys. Along the way, you may encounter wild orangutans, gibbons, Thomas leaf monkeys, hornbills, deer, wild boar, or even sun bears — usually from a respectful distance, as wildlife here is shy and unaccustomed to humans.
Camps are built using bamboo poles and waterproof tarps. You are welcome to help collect firewood or assist in preparing dinner. Meals are a combination of supplies brought from the village and fresh jungle ingredients such as young bamboo, fern, banana stem, or even freshly caught fish. Evenings are spent sharing stories, learning about medicinal plants, or quietly listening to the forest.
At dusk, we may leave camp again to look for nocturnal life. Nights are spent together under our shared jungle shelter, equipped with sleeping mats, sleeping bags, and mosquito nets. Drinking water is boiled fresh from the river each evening.
There is flexibility in this expedition. If wildlife activity is strong in a certain area, we can stay longer to observe and explore. The jungle sets the pace — not a fixed schedule.
Packing should be light: breathable clothing, rain protection, flashlight, mosquito repellent, and personal medication. Everything else is provided by our team.
On the final days, one scout returns ahead to coordinate our rafting crew. Deep in the jungle, they will meet us with equipment for our river journey back. Instead of hiking all the way out, we float for hours down the river — a peaceful and powerful ending to ten days in true wilderness.
This is not a comfort tour.
It is a real expedition in one of the last great rainforests on Earth.
