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Leuser Trek |
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We want to present the hidden beauties
and pearls of Aceh to international tourists. Since
there are best diving places on Pulau Weh, pristine
beaches along the west-coast of Aceh, volcanoes
to climb, rich biodiversity in the forests as well
as in mammals as in birds, insects, reptiles. Several
entrepreneurs started again tourism after the peacekeeping
treatment among the conflict parties by reactivating
the diving on Pulau Weh. We see a good chance in
attracting people to the pristine rainforests of
Gunung Leuser Eco System, to help preserving this
paradise. By bringing tourists to the area, the
local Gayo people gain income and they support preserving
nature and protect it against poachers and loggers.
Therefore we try to offer sustainable Eco-tourism
facilities in Gayo Lues. On the other hand the project
will be accompanied by training farmers to plant
and harvest coffee Arabica in organic and rainforest
standards. The area is dedicated for such a project.
Preserving pristine jungle and marketing high quality
coffee will be our aim.
Our lodge is managed by European management and
run by local Gayo staff according to high level
standards. |
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 Hiking
up to one day is moderate, trails and trekking longer
than one day are difficult pathes and demanding.
Trails from half day up to 3 days we call “Trekking”.
On these trekking-trails we explore the surroundings
around our lodges in a circumference up to 30km.
Usually Orang-Utan, Gibbon, Siamang, Maquaqes, small
mammals, reptiles, butterflies, many kinds of birds
(eagles, hornbills, kingfishers,
pheasants, parrots) can be seen frequently.
Orchids and rare flowers like the giant Rafflesia,
Amorphophallus (largest flower
in the world) and pitcher plants are very
common.
Jungle river valleys and waterfalls are also beautiful
objects and trekking destinations. Trekking more
than 1 day, we sleep in tents supplied by Kedah
Rainforest Lodges near rivers or creeks. Please
be aware, that climate is very humid and there will
be almost daily short-term heavy rains. |
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 For
expeditions, longer than 3 days, you should be in
very good physical condition! Check first with your
doctor!
All expeditions will be in pristine rainforest at
high humidity, daily rainfalls, climbing very steep
hills.
You are guided by Mr. Jally, in the past obvious
the most famous guide in Gunung-Leuser area, educated,
trained and certified.
Each tourist will be accompanied by 2 porters. |
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| Possible Routes |
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To Gunung-Leuser
peak (3.404m) (appr. 10-11 days)
Starting at our lodge at an altitude of 1.400m,
first 3 days through pristine rainforest with
dense vegetation, up and downhill at altitudes
between 1.000m and 2.700m. Night-camps near
rivers. From 4-7 days, we move at altitudes
more than 3.000m in alpine areas, with alpine
vegetation. Usually we reach the peak of Gunung
Leuser on the 7 days, depending on weather.
Return to lodge in 3-4 days. |
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To Gunung Kemiri peak
(3.314m) (appr. 5 days)
2 hours trip with minibus to starting-point
in Alas-valley. At an altitude of 740m, we
start through pristine rainforests, with big
chances to see Orang-Utan, Gibbon, Siamang,
tracks of tigers, reptiles, birds and beautiful
nature. After 2 days we reach the alpine areas
with lesser and smaller trees, but beautiful
views of West Sumatra and the Indian Ocean.
The summit will be reached usually on the
third day, depending on weather. |
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To West-coast of Sumatra
(city of Tapaktuan, appr. 28 days)
A demanding expedition through highland rainforests,
alpine areas, lowland rainforests, swamps,
showing the huge biodiversity of Gunung-Leuser
Eco System as well as several ethnic population
on North West Sumatra. For this expedition
you should be in excellent physical condition
and willing and able to impose privations
upon oneself. |
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Combinations Ttrekking
and Rafting/kajaking - possible on request
Special targets according to demand of tourists
as for Orang-utan, Tiger, Elephants, Rhino,
Birding, Flowers, Orchids.
Routes, period, schedule, time, price on request,
to be negotiated prior to arrival and contract
or email us. |
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Rafting and kajaking is possible
on the Alas river from the village of Angasan down
to the city of Gelombang, close to the Indian ocean.
In the upper areas of the Alas several rapids are
demanding a good performance. The boat is passing
pristine rainforest and many wildlife can be seen,
especially monkeys and a big variety of beautiful
rich coloured birds.
From Kutacane to Gelombang the water is rather quite
and we call this part of the trip jungle-Safari.
Nevertheless also great scenery is shown. On rafting-trips
longer than one day we sleep in tents on the shore
of Alas river, having BBQ and playing guitar in
the evenings. |
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| Transfer |
| Transfer from Medan as well as from
Banda-Aceh to Kedah Rainforest Lodges in Minibus
or offroader IDR 1.300.000,- per trip including
one night accommodation in Takengon or Gurah. One
trip can carry up to 4 tourists. |
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| Lodge |
| IDR 150.000,-/night/person including
breakfast and dinner. |
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| Trekking |
| Trekking 1 Day |
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IDR 180.000,-/person, regardless
of participants, max. 5 persons. |
| Trekking 2-3 Days |
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IDR 350.000,-/person/day, regardless of
participants, max. 5 persons (including
porters). |
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| Expeditions |
| Expedition to
Gunung Leuser peak approximately 10 days,
as per description |
| 1 participant |
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IDR 10.000.000,-/person |
| 2 participants |
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IDR 7.500.000,-/person |
| 3 participants |
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IDR 5.500.000,-/person |
| 4 participants |
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IDR 4.500.000,-/person |
| 5 participants |
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IDR 4.000.000,-/person |
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| Expedition to
Gunung Kemiri peak, approximately 5 days,
as per description |
| 1 participant |
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IDR 5.000.000,-/person |
| 2 participants |
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IDR 3.700.000,-/person |
| 3 participants |
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IDR 2.700.000,-/person |
| 4 participants |
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IDR 2.300.000,-/person |
| 5 participants |
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IDR 2.000.000,-/person |
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| Rafting
- Please use the form if you have any request |
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| Exchange rates
depend on daily actuality. For your understanding
and disposition we mention here the average rates: |
| US$ 1,- appr. IDR 9.000,- |
| Euro 1,- appr. IDR 11.000,- |
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All payments
locally done should be in IDR.
All payments and transfers must be done prior to
program.
Credit cards are not accepted since modern banking
and internet systems are not available in Gunung-Leuser-Area. |
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Email :
[email protected]
website :
www.gunung-leuser-trek.net |
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