TREKS · WORLDWIDE
The routes worth the airfare.
The 15 medan treks hikers rate above the rest. A tight shortlist of the routes people finish and immediately start planning to do again, with prices, trail times and the outfitters who run them.
3-day ethical orangutan trek from Bukit Lawang with certified English guides, two jungle nights, and river tubing back.
Most Popular“Our small group had a wonderful experience in the jungle. Kiran our guide was great in spotting the Oran Utans and other Monkeys even when day were hiding due to the rain.”
3-day, 2-night jungle trek in Gunung Leuser National Park with rafting from Bukit Lawang, meals, and wildlife sightings.
“One of the best trips I’ve had! Kian an Dedi were really friendly and attentive—made sure we make the most of our trip! Suria too—thanks for the accommodation! They are very knowledgeable and fun! Learned a lot and had a great time! GlaRead more”
Two days and one night trekking in Gunung Leuser, camping by the river, spotting wildlife, then tubing back from Bukit Lawang.
“Firstly, I would note that this experience was well worth the journey to this day hike as our group was able to observe at close distance a mother and child orangutan as well as an alpha male. We also watched Northern Sumatra Leaf MonkeyRead more”
Two-day Gunung Leuser trek from Bukit Lawang with meals, river camping, and orangutan spotting, plus optional tube rafting return.
“We had an amazing experience during our trek (2D1N). Our guide Dedy made sure we were safe the entire time in the jungle. He knew exactly where to go and we saw lots of beautiful wild animals in the jungle. We even saw eight orang utaRead more”
Overnight orangutan trek from Bukit Lawang with up to eight hikers, hot jungle meals, waterfall time, and tube rafting back on the Bohorok.
“We did a 2 day tour with Ecotravel. Everything was well organized and staff (both during the trek as at the hotel) is wonderful. At arrival we were welcomed by our guide Hendra who walked us through our itinerary so that we knew what Read more”
2-day Gunung Leuser jungle trek from Bukit Lawang with overnight camp, orangutans, and rafting—meals and gear included.
“Our family experienced an awsome junggle trip in Bukit Lawang. Our guide Dedi was the best, the coolest guide knowing junggle into the deep of its heart.”
4-day Bukit Lawang trek with Gunung Leuser hiking, overnight camping, orangutan spotting, and traditional rafting from Medan.
“Beautiful experience in the heart of the Sumatran jungle! Our guides were exceptional and very attentive. They guided us for two days of walking and even the food was always very plentiful and tasty! They always made sure we could see as Read moreAuto-translated”
A 2-day North Sumatra jungle trek and rafting trip from Medan, with small groups, camping basics, and a return float to Bukit Lawang.
“This Trip has been the best adventure! We walked through the deep green jungle up and down through the rainforest of Sumatra. If you want to experience nature: this is the trip to take! On our 2Days1Night Tour we were lucky to see GibbonsRead more”
Two days of ethical jungle trekking in Sumatra’s Gunung Leuser National Park near Bukit Lawang, ending with river tubing back.
“I spent two nights in the jungle and it was an absolutely amazing experience. Everything was perfectly organised, and during those two unforgettable days we met lot of orangutans and monkeys. The food was incredible — truly 10/10, I couRead more”
Full-day Bukit Lawang jungle trek with a small group, hotel pickup, guided wildlife spotting, lunch, park entry, and optional tubing back.
“We had an amazing jungletrip from 6 hours with Nangnang and Angar, our guides. They were very kind and helpfull. We made enough stops to rest. They gave us lots of informatie. We saw many monkeys and other animals. They also preparRead more”
Two-day Bukit Lawang jungle trek in Gunung Leuser with an overnight camp, orangutans, monkeys, and Bohorok River tubing/rafting.
“Gao was phenomenal at getting my trip booked and easily included transportation from and to Medan, as well as hotel nights. She responded almost immediately each time. Do you ever sleep?!”
A private Bukit Lawang trek with orangutans, medicinal-plant lessons, and jungle lunch, with the option to tube raft back from the river.
“We booked the trip one day in advance and received our tickets. The next day, the driver did not show up, the phone number for the provider was switched off, we contacted Viator, who tried to help but also said they could not contact thRead more”
Bukit Lawang 3D/2N jungle trek with rafting in Gunung Leuser: small English-speaking guides, orangutan chances, river camp, pickup.
“The jungle trekking itself was amazing, although much more physically demanding than anyone in my group expected. I was somewhat disappointed that the third day had no trekking though, just hanging out at a big camp next to a river untiRead more”
One day in Bukit Lawang with a 5–6 hour jungle trek for orangutans, then traditional rafting and optional tubing on the river.
“親切なガイドさん2人とジャングルを歩き回りました。オラウータンは高いところにいるのでスマートフォンでの撮影は難しかったですが、変わった鳥や孔雀や亀などいろいろな動物が見れてよかったです。最後のラフティングはスリリングで楽しかったです”
Seven days across North Sumatra: Leuser jungle trekking, tube rafting, Mount Sibayak hike, hot springs, Lake Toba culture, and comfort breaks.
“Jungle, rafting, local fruits, and very professional guides👍Hendri and Joko took very good care of us, telling stories and taking unforgettable photos 👌”
Every great trekking region, and the routes worth walking in each.
