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Discover the fascinating bat caves of Bukit Lawang, home to impressive stalactites and stalagmites, as well as a diverse array of wildlife, including bats, swallows, snakes, and unique insects. After exploring the caves, take a scenic walk through palm oil plantations to reach the stunning Landak River. Unwind, take a refreshing swim, and enjoy the serene surroundings while your guide prepares a delicious barbecue featuring chicken and fish. Vegetarian? No worries—just let us know, and we’ll cook up a tasty alternative for you! If you’re lucky, you might even spot orangutans and other incredible wildlife along the way!

INFORMATION

Duration : one day (7-8 hours)
Intensity Level : low
Grup Size : minimum 1 people for the Caves & 2 for the BBQ
Departure Time : at 09:00 am
What to Bring : your camera, comfortable walking shoes, swimsuit, flip flops or sandals, towel, mosquito repellent, sunscreen, bottle of water
160,000 IDR – 10€ – 11$ PER PERSON

*only the Caves

360,000 IDR – 25€ – 25$
PER PERSON

*for Caves & Landak River BBQ
minimum 2 people

ITINERARY

After breakfast, your guide will pick you up at your guesthouse around 9:00 am. 

You will first take a walk downstream along the Bohorok River for half an hour and cross the village center. Have a look to the several small toursits shops. Afterwards, keep walking out of the village through green surroundings. 

In your way to the Bat Caves, you will cross rubber and palm oil plantations. Your guide will explain you many things about these plantations but also about fruits, plants and wildlife that you might meet. 

Enter the Bat Caves with your torch light (provided by your guide at the entrance) and explore the three “rooms” full of stalactites and stalagmites. This amazing cave system also hides many wildlife species : lot of bats, swallows but also snakes, spiders and scorpions. Take time to observe them closely and listen to the explanation of your guide.
Please note that this tour is not recommended if you are claustrophobic. 

After this amazing experience, take another half an hour walk heading to the peaceful Landak River. 
Once there you will be able to take a refreshing swim in the river and relax by watching the wonderful green surroundings. 

Your guide will prepare you a yummy barbecue made with fish, chicken, rice and fresh fruits (veggie option : sweet potatoe barbecue). Enjoy your yummy homemade lunch at the riverside !

Then, your guide will bring you back to your guesthouse around 2:00 pm or 3:00 pm. 

Tour includes : entrance fees to the Bat Caves, torch light, licensed English speaking guide, food for barbecue

Tour excludes : water

OUR PARTNER
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North Sumatra – Indonesia 20774

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