— Sumatra's Hidden Paradise —
Where the wild ones
still roam free
Meet critically endangered orangutans in their last rainforest sanctuary. Trek ancient jungles. Share stories with local students. This is Bukit Lawang, untouched by mass tourism — for now.
— Real Stories from Bukit Lawang —
The best experience of our entire trip through Sumatra. Jeri connected us with a real local guide, not a tourist trap. We saw four orangutans in the wild and slept under the stars in the jungle. Unforgettable.
Locals & Travelers
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“I didn't expect to be so moved. Spending two hours with Jeri's students was the highlight of my month in Indonesia. Thes...”
Cultural Exchange with Students
“The jungle is no joke — hot, steep, incredible. Our guide knew exactly where to find orangutans and took care of us the ...”
One Day Jungle Trekking
“We saw a tarsier. A real wild tarsier. I still can't believe it. The jungle at night is another world. Bring a good head...”
Night Jungle Trekking
— A new kind of tour —
Meet the students who are changing their own future
For the past 3–5 years, I've been teaching English to about 10–20 local children, ages 8 to 16. We meet in the afternoons in a small space in Bukit Lawang — a few times a week, around 4 to 6 PM. Most of them were shy at first. Some couldn't speak a single word in English without blushing. Now? They're confident. They ask questions, they tell stories, they laugh with me in English. Watching that change is the reason I keep going. Bukit Lawang runs on tourism, and speaking English opens doors for these kids that I didn't have when I was their age. That's the dream: to give them the tools to build their own futures in their own home.
Through Wild Bukit Lawang, travelers can now join one of my English lessons for 1-2 hours. You'll chat with the kids, play games, share stories about your country, and help them practice. It's not a performance, it's a real class. Maximum 5 travelers per session to keep it personal. The kids love it, the travelers leave moved, and everyone wins. This is the activity I'm most proud of.
10–20
local students
8–16
ages 8 to 16
max 5
travelers per session
— The activity no other tour offers —
A real class. Real kids. Real connection.
— Experiences —
Go deep into wild Sumatra
— Our Story —
Meet Jeri, your local guide to Bukit Lawang
I'm Jeri, born and raised in Batang Serangan, just outside Bukit Lawang. I've known this jungle my whole life — its orangutans, its rivers, its silences. I created Wild Bukit Lawang because I want travelers to find this place the way I know it: not as a tourist destination, but as a home. A place with warmth, culture, and extraordinary wildlife.
This isn't just a booking website. It's a bridge. I want to help travelers experience Bukit Lawang authentically, while directly supporting the local guides, homestay owners, and families who make this place what it is.
— Before You Go —
Everything you need to know
When to visit
May – September
Dry season with clear skies and the best trekking conditions.
Avoid October – January — Rainy season. Trails get muddy, river levels unpredictable.
How to get here
From Medan Airport
Shared Transport: €9 – 15. Private Car: €42 – 60.
Journey time: 3–4 hours
What to bring
Pack light, pack smart
Lightweight, breathable long-sleeved shirts, Quick-dry trekking trousers, Sturdy waterproof hiking boots & more.
Full packing list in our Trip Planner