Bukit Lawang is a small riverside village located at the entrance of Gunung Leuser National Park in Sumatra, Indonesia. Since it can be difficult to buy specific items here, we made you a list of all the things you need to bring to the jungle!

There is no ATM machine in Bukit Lawang, therefore we recommend bringing enough cash to pay for your accommodation, food, trek and other activities. The closest ATM is in Bahorok (10 km from Bukit Lawang) and takes only Visa and Mastercard. Some guesthouses accept creditcards, however they charge 3-5% per transaction. There is a currency exchange office in Bukit Lawang.

We strongly recommend you to get a comprehensive travel insurance with good medical cover. The jungle treks and tours offered by Ecotourism Bukit Lawang are mostly in and around Gunung Leuser National Park and involve certain risks and dangers. Travel insurance is within the personal responsibility of each traveler and should cover accidents, injury or loss of personal belongings!

Tourists can get a 30-days Visa On Arrival at any international airport in Indonesia. The VOA costs 500.000 IDR and can be extended once into 60 days. Your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your date of arrival and you must have a return ticket. 

Please make sure to check the latest entry requirements regarding COVID-19!