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Spend 10-days exploring the jungle and beaches of beautiful Northern Sumatra
Frolic in the river alongside the friendly giants that call Tangkahan home as you help mahouts bathe elephants.
Set out on an immersive jungle walk through Gunung Leuser National Park where you can spot orangutans and an array of wildlife.
Kick back on the most beautiful beaches of Northern Sumatra as you adventure and stay on Pulau Weh Island.
Learn about the abundant plant life and wildlife of this region from your local expert guides who will lead you on thrilling adventures.
The 10-Day Jungle and Beaches of Northern Sumatra tour introduces adventurers to some of the most stunning natural landscapes in the region. From thrilling explorations of the tropical jungle of Gunung Leuser National Park to the carefree beaches of Pulau Weh, you’ll come to know this region for its natural beauty and friendly inhabitants.
With an emphasis on local wildlife, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to spot an array of creatures including orangutans, monkeys, exotic birdlife, and even flying squirrels! Spend a morning in the river bathing elephants and enjoy an array of eco-tourism activities in Tangkahan.
The best of Northern Sumatra is yours to discover on the Jungle and Beaches of Northern Sumatra tour.
The 10-Day Jungle and Beaches of Northern Sumatra tour introduces adventurers to some of the most stunning natural landscapes in the region. From thrilling explorations of the tropical jungle of Gunung Leuser National Park to the carefree beaches of Pulau Weh, you’ll come to know this region for its natural beauty and friendly inhabitants.
With an emphasis on local wildlife, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to spot an array of creatures including orangutans, monkeys, exotic birdlife, and even flying squirrels! Spend a morning in the river bathing elephants and enjoy an array of eco-tourism activities in Tangkahan.
The best of Northern Sumatra is yours to discover on the Jungle and Beaches of Northern Sumatra tour.
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Jungle and Beaches of Northern Sumatra Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival – Medan
Upon your arrival at the airport, a private transfer will take you to your first hotel located in the heart of Medan.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Medan
Meals: None
Day 2 Transfer to Tangkahan
This morning you’ll set out on a scenic 5-hour drive to the small village of Tangkahan. Tangkahan exists on the border of Gunung Leuser National Park and is a picturesque village brimming with authentic culture and charm. It is situated at the junction of 2 rivers, the Buluh River and the Batang River also adding to the scenery. Tangkahan specializes in eco-tourism activities like jungle trekking and Elephant trekking, both of which you can try while here.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Tangkahan
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 Bathe with Elephants and Jungle Trek in Gunung Leuser National Park
After breakfast this morning it’s time to join the mahouts as they bathe the elephants in the river beneath the bright morning sun. Enjoy this special encounter with one of nature’s most majestic creatures and have some fun in the water alongside them. Once they are finished, then your turn. The
Up next is a thrilling jungle trek (2.5 hrs) that will take you deep into the Gunung Leuser National Park to experience the rainforest and its many living creatures in their natural habitat. Keep your eyes peeled for orangutans, gibbons and Thomas leaf monkeys and learn from your guide about the medicinal plants that call the rainforest home.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Tangkahan
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 Tangkahan – Bukit Lawang
This morning you’ll set out on the road following a delicious breakfast to make the journey to Bukit Lawang. This small village, around 90km northwest of Medan, is situated along the picturesque Bohorok River and is the gateway to the Gunung Leuser National Park.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Bukit Lawang
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 Tangkahan
Enjoy another relaxed breakfast this morning before getting picked up from your hotel to set out on a stroll along the river. Next, you’ll hop in a canoe for a short paddle to the opposite riverbank. Then it’s time to lace up your shoes for a short hike to an incredible viewpoint where you can spot an array of wildlife, including swinging orangutans if you’re lucky!
With your expert local guide, depart from the viewpoint, to walk deeper into Gunung Leuser National Park where you’ll experience the beauty of the tropical rainforest. This jungle walk will introduce you to a variety of jungle inhabitants including gibbons, thomas leaf monkeys, longtail and pigtail macaques, flying squirrels, and majestic orangutans! Along the way your guide will explain teach you about the various species you encounter and also about the medicinal plant life that abounds here.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Tangkahan
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 Transfer to Medan
Today marks the end of your jungle experience! It is now time to go back to the capital city for an overnight Medan before beach time commences!
Overnight Location: Hotel in Medan
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 Fly to Aceh and Boat to Pulau Weh
Get ready for your morning flight from Medan to Aceh today! Upon your arrival at Aceh Airport, you will be picked up and transferred to the Aceh harbour. Hop on board as the boat sets sail for Pulau Weh where you’ll find your next hotel. Pulau Weh is a small slice of beach and jungle that is nothing short of paradise.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Pulau Weh
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8-9 Adventures in Pulau Weh
Enjoy a free day in Pulau Weh today at leisure! With so many opportunities for incredible adventures here, there is something for everyone! Hike around the mainland jungles, check out the area’s volcanoes and swim in its pristine lakes. In short, Pulau Weh is your oyster!
Overnight Location: Hotel in Pulau Weh
Meals: Breakfast
Day 10 Depart
Finally, your care-free days in Sumatra have come to an end. This morning following breakfast, you’ll pack and check out to depart for the airport. First, you’ll transfer to the harbour to cross to the main island before catching your departing flight.
Overnight Location: None
Meals: Breakfast
Jungle and Beaches of Northern Sumatra Price and Dates
This partially guided tour to Sumatra is always run as a private tour for your group only and the prices depend on the size of your group. Please note that the prices might be higher during the Indonesian National Holidays. The prices below are per person sharing a double or a triple room and those and those willing to have a single room will have to pay a supplement of USD305-USD450 (depending on the hotel category).Tour with Standard Accommodation
- Guided Groups of 2: USD875 per person
- Guided Groups of 3-5: USD775 per person
- Guided Groups of 6: USD720 per person
- Guided Groups of 2: USD965 per person
- Guided Groups of 3-5: USD870 per person
- Guided Groups of 6: USD840 per person
- Guided Groups of 2: USD1125 per person
- Guided Groups of 3-5: USD925 per person
- Guided Groups of 6: USD875 per person
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Accommodation on Jungle and Beaches of Northern Sumatra
The hotel accommodation on this tour is 3-star, but you can upgrade the accommodations to more luxurious options or better room types for an extra charge.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
Standard rooms are of double and triple occupancy and those willing to have a single room will have to pay a supplement.
Night 1
The Aryaduta Hotel-Grand Hotel in Medan
Guests will want for nothing at this upscale hotel set atop the Grand Palladium Mall. With the best of Medan right on your doorstep and an array of amenities like indoor and outdoor pools, a pastry shop and restaurants—look no further for your perfect stay in Medan.
Night 6
The Aryaduta Hotel-Grand Hotel in Medan
Guests will want for nothing at this upscale hotel set atop the Grand Palladium Mall. With the best of Medan right on your doorstep and an array of amenities like indoor and outdoor pools, a pastry shop and restaurants—look no further for your perfect stay in Medan.
What’s Included in the Jungle and Beaches of Northern Sumatra?
Meals
9 breakfasts are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 9 nights are included.
Transportation during the Tour
Transportation for you and your luggage is included throughout the tour, including transfers to and from the airport and ferry transfers. In some cases, the transfers are shared.
Also Included
- Local English-speaking guides
- Taxes
Not included
- Visa fees
- International flights and taxes
- Personal expenses
- Optional excursions
Optional Extras
- Extra nights at any point of the tour
- Flight between Medan and Aceh
- How hard is the Jungle and Beaches of the Northern Sumatra?
- Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?
- What does partially-guided mean?
- Are meals included on the Jungle and Beaches of the Northern Sumatra?
- When is the best time to travel to Indonesia?
- Do I need insurance?
- How do I get to Medan to start this tour?
- Is the Jungle and Beaches of the Northern Sumatra in English?
- Do I need special vaccines to travel to Indonesia?
- Are there any travel restrictions for Indonesia?
We rate this tour as a 2 / 5. There are no strenuous or technical activities involved, however, you should be ready to spend multiple hours on your feet exploring the Indonesian beautiful nature and villages.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
Booking a partially-guided tour is a perfect choice for those who like to be in charge of some of their time while travelling, but also don’t want to be on their own during activities. In most cases, a partially-guided tour doesn’t have a tour leader assigned to a group, but some or most of the activities, such as hikes, city walks, or historic site visits, are led by different guides. Also, in most cases, booking a partially-guided tour is way cheaper than booking a fully-guided tour!
9 breakfasts are included.
The best time to travel to Indonesia is from April or October when the weather is warm and pleasant. Indonesia can be travelled to all year long, however, it tends to be rainier from November to March.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover (activity). Get your Travel Insurance.
Fly into Kualanamu International Airport in Medan (KNO) which can be reached from many major airports all over the world.
Yes, the tour guide is English-speaking.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
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