Sumatra Map
Sumatra : This is a region of Indonesia and the 6th largest island in the world. Wild and rugged, it has great natural wealth. The top destination in North Sumatra is Bukit Lawang a small village on the edge of Gunung Leuser National Park. Situated around 90 km northwest of Medan along the clear Bohorok River and on the outskirts of the tropical rainforest. As we know, The Gunung Leuser National Park is also one of the homes of Orangutans that spread across the entire Sumatra Island. Thomas Leaf monkeys, tigers, leopards and rhinos, Black Gibbons, and numerous bird, plant and mammal species.
Sumatra Map & Flights
The best airports to fly into the North of Sumatra (Medan, Kuala Namu International Airport) are Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Bangkok, Jakarta or Singapore. We recommend AirAsia, Firefly and Jetstar flights, which operate from all these airports, they can easily be booked online by yourself and are pretty cheap! But also Malaysia Airlines, Garuda, Silkair and Batavia Air are good options to fly in.
FAQs
How to reach Bukit?
Fly to Kualanamu Airport, then choose private car, tourist bus, or public bus.
Best airports to use?
Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, and Jakarta are great starting points with flights to Kualanamu.
How long is the trip from Medan?
It takes about 3 to 5 hours from Medan or Kualanamu Airport to Bukit Lawang, depending on traffic.
Can I come from Lake Toba?
Yes, you can take a tourist bus or shared car from Lake Toba to Bukit Lawang.
When to book transport?
Please book at least 72 hours before arrival with your flight details.
What info is needed for pick-up?
Provide your flight number and arrival time or pick-up location and desired time.
Bukit Lawang
Located in North Sumatra, about 3 to 4 hours from Medan and Kualanamu Airport.
Address
North Sumatra, Indonesia
Hours
24/7 service
Contact
Phone
bukitlawangtrekkings@gmail.com
+62 821 3474 0414
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Based in Indonesia, North Sumatra, Bukit Lawang Station Orangutan.
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