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Staying in the Ecolodge Bukit Lawang is not only a unique experience, but also a personal statement in support of sustainable tourism.

The Ecolodge Bukit Lawang was established to complement and serve as an outlet for the activities of the Bohorok Environmental Education Centre. Herein the accommodation aims to increase awareness towards biodiversity conservation and the implementation and management of proper ecotourism. All proceeds are donated to the Sumatran Orangutan Conservation Program, which has been under critically endangered status.

This accommodation offers various bungalow and lodge complexes, using a combination of hand-crafted bamboo furniture and country-style modern establishment, tucked away in a charming down-to-earth setting, offering you a natural jungle breeze under a comfortable and peaceful ambience.

Each bungalow and lodges are distinctive on their own, such as Siamang Bungalow and Orangutan Bungalow with spacious bedroom, Hornbill Lodge and Butterfly Lodge with its charming garden, and Thomas’ Leaf Monkey and Rimba Rooms for backpackers or individual travelers.

Available in each accommodation unit, are twin or double beds, mosquito nets, and bathroom with shower facilities.

The Kapal Bambu restaurant is constructed from natural and sustainable harvested bamboo and clay, which are found in sufficient quantities in the local environment of Bukit Lawang. This innovative design serves as a showcase for sustainable development, and offers a ground floor eating area with seating for 150 people. The Bamboo Lounge in the upper flower offers space for conservation education, simple relaxation, and entertainment.

The kitchen team adheres to authentic Indonesian cuisine, but also ventures into European and fusion cooking to suit your individual tastes. All ingredients are prepared from certified organic local farmers or self-grown vegetables and fruits, and no chemical additives.

Enjoy the rewarding naturalist’s experience of exploring the pristine Sumatran rainforest with its biodiversity. The 2.6 million hectare Leuser Ecosystem completely contains within the Gunung Leuser National Park, which itself helps comprise the Tropical Rainforest Heritage of Sumatra UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Enjoy the unique event of observing Critically Endangered Sumatran orangutans in their natural habitat, with unique and exotic flora and fauna abound, by joining programs such as Bird and Nature Walks, Landak River Walk, Bat Cave Exploration, Tangkahan Elephant Tour, or Leuser Jungle Trekking. Each participant will also receive professional guide and assistance, camping equipment and binocular for rent, and Indonesian breakfast, lunch, and dinner pack.

Learn about local fruits, vegetables and organic farming practices at the Farm Tour. Experience the local communities, their culture, culinary, livelihood and traditions, through a variety of opportunities from local entrepreneurs, artists and farmers, at the Local Village Tour. Guests can also buy local goods at the Bukit Lawang Local Market each Friday. Take a look at the surroundings together with a local – using a Becak or rental bicycles. And finally, relax after the demanding activities and get a traditional massage inside the accommodation area.