4-day deep jungle trek from Bukit Lawang
Leave the tourist trails behind. Three nights in remote river camps, a wilderness day in hidden valleys, and a waterfall you'll likely have to yourselves.
4-day trek itinerary
Past the usual trails
Trek through the areas where orangutans, gibbons and Thomas leaf monkeys are most often seen, and keep going.
Reaching the deep zone
By the end of day two you're in remote primary forest. Camp at a quiet riverside site far from other groups.
Wilderness day
Explore ridges and hidden valleys looking for signs of sun bears and Great Argus pheasants. Learn survival basics like finding edible plants.
Hidden waterfall and the river
A morning swim under a hidden waterfall, then tubing down the Bohorok River back to Bukit Lawang.
What's included
- Licensed English-speaking guide from Bukit Lawang
- Assistant guide and jungle chef
- Gunung Leuser National Park permit and entrance fee
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner, fruit and drinking water
- Canopy shelter, roll mat, pillow, blanket, mosquito net
- Tubing back to the village down the Bohorok River
- Pick-up from your Bukit Lawang guesthouse
Not included
- Transfer to Bukit Lawang (from €35, we can book it)
- Accommodation before and after the trek
- Travel insurance
- Soft drinks, beer and snacks from the village
- Tips for your guide team (optional)
Solo? We'll match you with another group if one is going on your dates. If not, there's a €100 solo supplement.
What trekkers say
Escape To Sumatra is rated Excellent on Google (30 reviews) and Tripadvisor. A few words from recent guests:
“Real jungle experience, plenty of wildlife (including orangutans!!)”
“A true highlight of our trip!”
“A totally amazing experience. Very impressive wildlife sightings.”
4-day trek questions
How fit do I need to be for the 4-day trek?
Fairly fit. It's the most challenging of our standard treks, with 6–7 hours a day over steep ridges in heat and humidity. Regular hikers will be fine.
Will I see sun bears or tigers?
Almost certainly not the animals themselves: they're rare and avoid people. But in the deep zone your guide can show you signs like claw marks on trees, diggings and tracks.
Can the 4-day trek be private?
Yes. All our treks can be private for your group. Ask us on WhatsApp.
Other ethical Bukit Lawang treks
Day trek
Half-day or full-day walk in the national park. Short on time? Start here.
The classic trek
Full day of trekking, river camp, tube ride home.
Deeper and quieter
Two camps, a jungle waterfall and trails most day-trekkers never reach.
Jungle expedition
Wild camps, high ridges, hornbills and tiger country.
Pick your dates. We'll do the rest.
Send us a WhatsApp with your dates and group size. We'll confirm availability, suggest the right trek, and can book your transfer from Medan and a guesthouse by the river.