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2-Day, 1-Night Meditation Trek
Private Bungalow Cottage:
€100 including the meditation retreat trip and meditation session
€150 including the orangutan trip and meditation session
Shared Dormitory Room:
€80 including the meditation retreat trip and meditation session
€130 including the orangutan trip and meditation session
Minimum 1 person, maximum 8 people
Intensity level: moderate
Start time: 9:00 AM
This is an opportunity to stay off-grid at a beautiful and peaceful meditation retreat located on the edge of Gunung Leuser National Park.
Owned and operated by a local couple devoted to Buddhism and meditation, daily classes on mindfulness and meditation are offered.
Our guide will take you to hidden locations. There are two trekking options:
The first avoids entering the national park perimeter and follows a winding, wild route along the river. This journey offers opportunities to see a variety of wildlife and possibly orangutans.
The second is a longer trek that enters the national park and main areas where we can see orangutans, Thomas leaf monkeys, and many other wildlife species.
Both options are very secluded and provide stunning views.
Upon arrival at the retreat, you will have the chance to rest, swim, and enjoy drinks in a beautiful seating area perched above the river overlooking the forest.
Dinner will be provided.
The next morning, you will wake early and participate in meditation in the area of a small temple seating space.
Lunch will also be provided the following day along with drinks, before returning to Bukit Lawang.
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Forest Trek and Meditation Retreat
I spent a day trekking through the forest, seeing lots of wildlife including orangutans, Thomas leaf monkeys, gibbons, and Sumatran peacocks. My guide was very knowledgeable about the different species in the forest and also the traditional uses of plants I really appreciated gaining both nature and cultural insights. Plus, he took some great photos of me!
When we reached the forest retreat, I meditated by the river and did morning yoga – perfect for stretching out those muscles. I stayed in a simple bungalow with a comfortable bed and enjoyed delicious meals.
Thanks to Sitesen Sitepu and the team for helping plan my trip.

















