Indonesia · HIKING TRIPS IN MEDAN
The 15 best hiking trips in Medan you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
A small-group 3-day ethical orangutan jungle trek from Bukit Lawang with two jungle camps, park permits, and a river tubing finish.
“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 days, 2 nights jungle trekking in Gunung Leuser near Bukit Lawang, with a rafting chance, camp meals, and rainforest entry included.
“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”
Private 2-day Gunung Leuser jungle trek from Bukit Lawang with overnight camp, waterfalls, and rafting, plus meals.
“We had a private group with my son with a quide and a cook. All food and fruits were very nicely layed out. We were lucky and saw many Orang Utang really close. Saw also many different types of monkeys. April was a good time to go as it is dry season but not so much tourists in the jungle yet.”
Private 3-day Bukit Lawang and Gunung Leuser trek with orangutans, bat cave, deluxe bungalows, tube rafting, and Medan culture.
“From pick up to drop off, every1 made my comfort was priority #1.”
4-day Bukit Lawang trek from Medan with 2-day Leuser hiking, orangutan chances, camping, meals, and traditional rafting.
“Can’t speak more highly of this tour company. They went above and beyond to make our 4 day 3 night experience one we’ll never forget. We enjoyed it so much we extended our stay and IZoen arranged the additional transfers and accomRead more”
Sunrise hike on Mount Sibayak from Berastagi, views of Sinabung, then soak at Lau Debuk-Debuk Hot Springs with transfers and tickets.
“Angi our guide was very calm and made a very good impression. We felt very safe with him. He shared a lot of interesting information and he was very flexible and understanding towards our needs as a family with smaller kids. He made delicious coffee at the summit and we enjoyed the trekking with Angi soooo much.”
Small-group 2-day jungle trek and rafting in North Sumatra, with camping gear, meals, and a guide for orangutan and gibbon chances.
“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 Gunung Leuser from Bukit Lawang, with one night camping, orangutans, and river tubing.
“My family and I had an excellent experience with Sumatra orangutan Trekking. Everything from the pickup at the airport to the tour itself was great. We spent one night camping in the Jungle with two days of trekking. Our guides Memet and Read more”
Sunrise hike Mt. Sibayak from Medan with hot springs, Sipiso Piso waterfall, and Berastagi fruit market, plus private 2-way transfers.
“DO NOT TRUST THIS TOUR! We booked and paid for a private tour with a 5-8 hour duration as listed in the description. Instead we were put in a 7-person tour; don’t get me wrong, this wouldn’t normally be a problem. But IT IS NOT WHAT WRead more”
Bukit Lawang full day jungle trek from Medan: small group wildlife hunt, guide-led orangutan chances, lunch, park entry, optional river tubing.
“It was a wonderful day walk. I strongly recommend this tour for nature lovers. The guide was professional, and I had a good sighting of orangutans”
Two-day Gunung Leuser jungle trek with an overnight camp near the river, orangutans, and tubing plus rafting back to Bukit Lawang.
“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?!”
Private 12-hour Bukit Lawang trek from Medan with orangutans, medicinal plants, jungle lunch, and optional tube rafting back.
“Initially i waa a bit worried because its a long drive and the driver spoke no English so i wasnt certain how things were going to go. When we got to Bukit Lawang we picked up the guide and Tondi was amazing! So patient. I saw so many animals and got amazing pic and videos!”
Sunrise hike on Mt. Sibayak from Berastagi with hot drinks, crater views, and Lau Debuk-Debuk hot springs soak in about 6 hours.
“Wiwin was very friendly and supportive. We were lucky to catch a very good view of sunrise. Highly recommend this tour”
3-day Bukit Lawang jungle trek with rafting in Gunung Leuser, English-speaking guides, orangutan chances, and river-side camp.
“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”
Bukit Lawang jungle trekking and traditional rafting in one day, with a real shot at orangutans, plus lunch and river fun.
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