Wildlife
Sumatran and Bornean orangutans are separate species living on different islands. The Sumatran orangutan is known scientifically as Pongo abelii and lives in northern Sumatra.
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Find practical guides about jungle trekking, weather, transport, accommodation, wildlife, and preparing for your visit to North Sumatra.
Sumatran and Bornean orangutans are separate species living on different islands. The Sumatran orangutan is known scientifically as Pongo abelii and lives in northern Sumatra.
During an orangutan trek, you may see an orangutan feeding, resting, moving through the canopy, building a nest, or caring for an infant. You may
Orangutan trekking in Bukit Lawang can be a manageable rainforest experience when you choose a suitable trek, prepare properly, and follow your guide. However, it
For your first orangutan trek in Bukit Lawang, choose a route that matches your fitness, prepare for wet rainforest conditions, and keep your wildlife expectations
You can travel to Bukit Lawang alone and ask to join an orangutan trek. However, you should confirm the trekking arrangement before you arrive. The