Jungle and Beaches of Northern Sumatra

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