Preparations for your trip to Sumatra
We have summarised the most frequently asked questions and created a list of preparations for Sumatra!
Best time to visit Sumatra
Depending on the time of year, there are corresponding activities in different areas of the island. We…
Why you should not feed wild orangutans?
It is desirable to treat animals with respect. This is the only way we can protect them.…
Indonesian vocabulary for your trip to Sumatra
For a trip to Sumatra, you should know some basic Indonesian vocabulary. Many locals in Sumatra in…
Sumatra for vegetarians and vegans
Travelling Sumatra as vegetarian and vegan is easy. Many dishes in Sumatra are accidentally vegan or can…
Do’s and Don’ts while jungle trekking in Bukit Lawang
When trekking in the jungle in Bukit Lawang, there are a number of rules of conduct to…
How to find a good trekking guide in Bukit Lawang?
Jungle Trekking in Bukit Lawang is only possible with a guide. Here's some tipps on how to…
Save the rainforest
Not only the Amazon is burning right now, there are also wildfires in Indonesia. Close to 700…
Things you should know before going to Bukit Lawang, Sumatra
Bukit Lawang is a small village on the edge of Gunung Leuser Nationalpark in North Sumatra. Here…
The ultimate guide for Bukit Lawang (Update 2026)
Most people visit Bukit Lawang to hike in the jungle, but this small village has much more…
