Photography Orangutan Tour – 7 Days in Bukit Lawang, Sumatra

Experience an exclusive wildlife photography tour in the heart of Gunung Leuser National Park, one of the last places on Earth where you can photograph wild Sumatran orangutans in their natural rainforest habitat.
This tour is designed for nature lovers, photographers, and slow travelers who want more time in the jungle to observe authentic wildlife behavior.

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Day 1 – Arrival: Medan Airport to Bukit Lawang

Upon arrival at Kuala Namu International Airport (Medan), our driver will meet you and transfer you to Bukit Lawang.
The drive takes approximately 3–4 hours, passing through Binjai and rural villages.

After arrival, check in at your hotel and enjoy free time to relax.

Included:

• Private airport transfer

• Hotel accommodation in Bukit Lawang

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Day 2 – First Orangutan Photography Trek

After breakfast, your experienced local guide will take you into the rainforest to observe and photograph wild orangutans in their natural environment.
You will have plenty of time to capture natural behavior while respecting wildlife ethics.

Around 3:00 PM, return to the hotel to rest.

Included:

• Hotel accommodation

• Jungle meals

• Fresh fruits & drinking water

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Day 3 – Wildlife Observation & Photography

After breakfast, continue deeper into the jungle to observe different orangutans and other wildlife species such as:

• Siamang gibbons

• Long-tailed monkeys

• Thomas leaf monkeys

• Various bird species

Each day offers new photographic opportunities depending on wildlife activity.

Included:

• Hotel accommodation

• Meals, fresh fruits & water

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Day 4 – Afternoon Orangutan Behavior

On this day, the focus is on observing orangutan afternoon behavior, including nest-building and preparation for sleep in the trees.
This is a special moment for photographers interested in behavioral wildlife photography.

Included:

• Hotel accommodation

• Meals, fresh fruits & water

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Day 5 – Morning Jungle Experience

Early morning jungle walk to observe orangutans waking up, feeding, and starting their day.
Morning light offers excellent conditions for photography.

Included:

• Hotel accommodation

• Meals, fresh fruits & water

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Day 6 – Deeper Jungle Exploration

For guests who wish to continue, this day offers a deeper jungle trek, increasing the chances to spot:

• Wild peacocks

• Additional primates

• Rare rainforest birds

• More orangutans

Included:

• Hotel accommodation

• Meals, fresh fruits & water

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Day 7 – Departure to Medan Airport

After breakfast, transfer back to Kuala Namu International Airport for your onward journey.

Included:

• Breakfast

• Airport transfer

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Prices (in EUR)

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Price Includes

• Twin or double hotel accommodation

• Accommodation in local houses or jungle camping (if required)

• 3 meals per day during the program

• Drinking water in the jungle

• All transfers according to itinerary

• Camping equipment

• Experienced English-speaking local guides

• Local porters

• National Park permits & entrance fees

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Price Excludes

• International & domestic flights

• Travel & medical insurance

• Indonesian visa (if required)

• Meals not mentioned in the program

• Excess baggage charges

• Alcoholic drinks & soft drinks

• Tips & personal expenses

• Single room supplement (if applicable)

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Why Choose This Photography Orangutan Tour?

• Extended time in the rainforest

• Ethical and responsible wildlife observation

• Experienced local guides

• Small groups for better photography opportunities

• Support for local communities & conservation

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