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Tips16 September 202016 September 2020

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 follow. Only in this way can we guarantee you an unforgettable experience. 1. listen to your guide Our guides are well trained and know the jungle like the …

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Travel24 November 201924 October 2019

Traveling by rental car through Sumatra – Yes or No?

Unvorbereitet nach Indonesien zu reisen, ohne über die lokale Situation vertraut zu sein, kann mit einem Mietwagen in Sumatra schnell in einem Unfall enden. Wir sagen Ihnen, ob ein Mietwagen in Sumatra empfehlenswert ist.

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Travel02 November 201919 October 2019

1 week route through Sumatra

Sumatra is huge and many people underestimate distances and travel time between destinations. Therefore we gathered this 1 week itinerary for Sumatra incl. trekking, valcanos and relaxation.

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Activities18 October 201924 October 2019

Things to do in Berastagi

Most people visit Bukit Lawang or Lake Toba in North Sumatra. Berastagi is noch on everyone’s Bucket List. To be fair the city itself is a typical city mess in SEA, but if you look beyond the crazy traffic you find some great things to do in Berastagi.

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Tips04 September 201905 September 2019

How to find a good trekking guide in Bukit Lawang?

Jungle Trekking in Bukit Lawang is only possible with a guide. Unfortunately some of the guides are not licenced and feed the orangutans. Therefore it is essential, that you do some research before chosing a guide. Here’s some tipps on how to find a responsible trekking guide…

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Tips16 August 201921 August 2019

10 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. It is a popular place for travellers who want to go jungle trekking to encounter orang utans in the wild. Here are some (fun) facts to know before heading to Bukit Lawang.

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Travel28 July 201905 September 2019

What is Sumatra famous for?

Sumatra has it all: dreamy rice fields, volcanos, dense jungle, the sea, hot springs, mountains. Friendly people, local food and activities for all tastes adds up to this. Sumatra is not so busy like Bali or Lombok and yet worth while a visit for adventure and relaxation.

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Activities11 July 201903 May 2020

Jungle Trekking in Bukit Lawang – everything you need to know (itinerary, prices, guides)

Many people don’t really know what to expect on a jungle trek in Sumatra. Read our comprehensive overview for jungle trekking in Bukit Lawang incl. prices, itinerary, guides and co…

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Tips30 June 201903 May 2020

The ultimate guide for visiting Bukit Lawang

Most people visit Sumatra to go trekking in the jungles around Bukit Lawang, but this little village has so much more to offer. Read our full and personal guide here…

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Tips12 June 201911 July 2019

Solo traveling in Sumatra + tips for female solo travelers

I have traveled Sumatra solo many times and with this post I will give my very personal tips for solo traveling in Sumatra. I feel you. You may have read crazy things about Sumatra, but if you will travel to Indonesias biggest island you won’t regret it

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