Trekking Gunung Leuser National Park in North Sumatra in search of endangered orangutans in a other world.
Since Leonardo DiCaprio meet local and international news headlines with his short but sweet visit to the North Sumatra Gunung Leuser National Park, I could not think, stop thinking about the place. It was not just the 41-year-old actor-cum-environmentalists who moved to visit me this area, but the message he conveyed through his Instagram channel. That this was a special place, which had to be protected
the lowland forests of the Leuser ecosystem are home still on the old elephant migration paths followed by some of the last wild herd of Sumatran elephants, numbering less than 1,000. " But the expansion of palm oil plantations is fragmenting #forest and key elephant migration corridors , cutting off" DiCaprio said on his site Instagram, which makes it " difficult for elephant families to find adequate sources of food and water. "DiCaprio self-proclaimed Foundation supports the protection and conservation of the Leuser ecosystem.
extendsGunung Leuser National Park with an area of 7,927 km2 in Sumatra, and is located right on the border of North Sumatra and the Sharia governs Aceh province. Together with Bukit Barisan Selatan and Kerinci Seblat National Park forms Gunung Leuser a World Heritage site known as the Tropical Rainforest Heritage of Sumatra. This is the only place in the world where the orangutan, elephant, rhino and tigers still match. Today the Leuser ecosystem is found on a shaky crossing, but ecotourism play an important role in maintaining this magnificent stretch of pristine rainforest in the support that. Under siege from palm oil plantations and other development projects
Although you are very unlikely to be a tiger or rhino in these woods to encounter when you walk for several days deep into the deep, you will almost always have the opportunity to see orangutans on a two-day hike , These beautiful creatures can sometimes be seen from the balcony of your hotel in Bukit Lawang.
Bukit Lawang is the gateway village to Gunung Leuser National Park and the Bohorok River is the only thing that separates humanity from the desert
Bukit Lawang
The gate to the National Park can best be described as hyper tourist. Bukit Lawang sits on the edge of Bahorok River and has a cement path big enough for two motorcycles, which runs through its entirety. , The river is the only thing that people from the desert separates
In 03, a terrible tidal wave washed away almost all of the village - which was made at the time of only a few huts. Thirteen years later, has become a happening tourist center developed Bukit Lawang Orangutan filled with enthusiasts and. In search of a simpler and cooled existence
The drive is about 4 hours from Medan International Airport. Upon arrival you will be in English with "Welcome to the jungle, brother!" And the noise begins sounds of the river to relax the tired-from-Travel welcomes heads. The village is filled with riverside cafes, bars Bob Marley and "eco" hotel.
accommodation in Bukit Lawang is easy sans air conditioning or hot water. Power is not stable, but that adds to the charm. People come here wildlife and hike in the jungle to experience, not to lounge around in five star luxury.
Jungle Fever
Most of the units, a number of trekking organize opportunities for you. The two-day, one-night hike in the national park, we saw our first orangutan in the trees above us only an hour into the hike. Semi-wild and habituated to people, you can get very close to these endangered animals, the names by the locals.
were added An orangutan in Gunung Leuser National Park
Mina dislike people and is very aggressive, often tourists molested in their migrations. It turns out that they had been abused by the people when she was younger, in confidence problems that understandably. Other creatures you're likely to meet in this way are macaques, the punk rock Search Thomas leaf monkey, pigtail macaques and gibbons even
The hike itself is quite stressful, because the region is hilly -. This is actually the saving grace for why they are not used by oil palm plantations. It is extremely hot and humid, therefore not suitable for older hikers or people without a reasonable level of fitness. Although the hike is a bit hard, you can stop and rest, if the need arises.
We trekked 6.5 km through the dense jungle to stop for a light snack of fruit and a lunch of Nasi Goreng . One thing I have noticed that the road is extremely clean, are found without litter. The guides have been taught from the beginning that waste no guest means which in turn means no money are so returned and cigarette butts to Bukit Lawang, a refreshing change from the other hikes in Indonesia.
glamping
We arrived at 4:30 am at our riverside camp; with accommodation of bamboo and tarpaulin. Our guide, Ipong (we like to call him Mowgli, as he was so in accordance with the Forest) made a fire while we enjoyed a refreshing swim in the crystal clear waters of the river, with pristine rainforest on both sides above us.
a camp in Gunung Leuser National Park
a team of chefs prepare a delicious dinner and we on the floor under the fed star , It is rare that we experience the chance to have pitch darkness - a welcome relief from the incessant city lights. You will be provided with a yoga mat available to sleep, and even sleeping bags are provided, an additional set and a blow-up pillow would not act as a buffer from the hard ground beneath you hurt.
Waking up to the sights and sounds of the rainforest - cavort and hundreds of macaques and be her perky self - was nothing short of spectacular. After breakfast we went to swim upstream in a stunning small waterfall that has your swimsuit ripped off enough pressure.
Tired legs from the hard walk the previous day were relieved when we were to "pipe" capable of back to the village on giant inflatable tires, tied together to form a raft. Ipong made each of us a crown of leaves, put color tribal face of mud made, and we were off downstream. Hoses gives you a totally different perspective of the forest, actually allows you to see it and not be right in the thick of it.
Of all the trips I have done in Indonesia, this takes the cake. It was really special and an experience I intend to repeat again next visit elephant sanctuary in Tangkahan and possibly do a longer seven-day trek in the jungle my inner Mowgli to rediscover. I urge other outdoor enthusiasts of this otherworldly place to visit before it is too late
Quick Facts :. Gunung Leuser National Park
Check: Daily flights available with local airlines airport Kuala Namu Medan. Flights also from neighboring Singapore or Malaysia. Ask to arrange your accommodation Transfer from the airport (approximately Rp.0,000 way) to Bukit Lawang, which lasts about 3.5-4 hours
night .: Eco Travel Cottages or Riverside Guesthouse offer affordable and clean accommodation with fans. Riverside has an observation deck with stunning views of Bukit Lawang and the forest. Eco Travel Cottages is located right on the river
What to bring . Sun block, mosquito repellent, headlamps, walking shoes / sneakers, long pants and long sleeve top for the evenings, shorts and a light top for hiking, backpacking, cash (the nearest ATM half an hour away), Camera
What to do :. observed orangutan, hoses, elephant hiking, photography, excursions in Tangkahan to dance on Saturday night in the live band, most
Suitable for: .. Adventure junkies, animal lovers, reggae fans
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