Explore the forests in Sumatra and feel the experience with orangutans in Bukit Lawang. Bukit Lawang is a small village in the south of the Gunung Leuser National Park. This location is located approximately 90 kilometers northwest of Medan, the capital of North Sumatra.

Orangutans are the main attraction in the forests of Sumatra and Bukit Lawang is one of the best places in the world to see animals that are rare and endangered species. Here, you can see these exotic stars swinging from one tree to another to pick fruit.

Bukit Lawang itself is the largest sanctuary for orang utan community where more than 5.000nya live here.

At this location there is also an orangutan rehabilitation center that trains young people to be able to face the orangutan wild. This place has been in operation since 1973 and is now an attraction for visitors from around the world.

To be able to feel the closeness and feeding of the orang-utan, you can come at 8:30 pm and 15:00 pm. Foods that are usually given to the orangutan is a banana, milk and other food supplements provided by the rehabilitation center.

Orang utan is one of the endangered animals and the number has decreased. This is due to poaching, illegal trade and environmental damage.

When you are in this place, you should feel the night journey. This is a favorite among visitors. Most people choose to travel two days to increase the chance to see orangutans and other wildlife in their natural habitat.

Visiting this place, you should not be alone because it is very dangerous. Every journey must be guided by a professional. Price guides, including staple food, guide fees, permits and camping equipment.

Make sure you also ask for a guide to visit the cave of bats and remember to leave early because you will not want to miss a moment of amazing experiences in the forest.

If the night is too long, you can also arrange trips for several hours. There are also a number of short trips around Bukit Lawang which do not require guidance or permission.

If you want a challenge, try hiking to the summit of Mount Leuseur (3404 meters). This trip will take about 10-14 days. Angasan small village is the starting point of the match. The first five days will be spent trekking through virgin rain forest, where endangered primates are often seen. You must be physically fit and was accompanied by a guide.

To get to the location of Bukit Lawang, you can use a car or bus. Buses depart from the bus terminal in Penang Line Gatot Subroto street. This trip will take three hours. If you want a more comfortable atmosphere could use a rental car that will directly lead to the location.

In addition to the healthy condition, while visiting these places you are advised to take anti-mosquito lotion, wear shoes that are not slippery, wear long sleeves and pants, rain coat, and waterproof bags.

When you decide to climb a mountain do not forget to bring a complete equipment, not to feed wild animals and not littering