About Us - Sumatra Wilderness

About Sumatra Wilderness

Sumatra Wilderness was founded by three passionate individuals, Julia Bayu, Jaka Probohandoko, and Aji Purnomo, who share a deep love for the natural beauty of Sumatra and a commitment to sustainable ecotourism. With over a decade of experience in the travel industry, we have dedicated ourselves to providing unforgettable experiences for foreign guests while preserving the delicate balance of the region’s ecosystems.

Our Commitment

Sumatra Wilderness is committed to providing exceptional ecotourism experiences that leave a lasting positive impact on the environment, local communities, and our guests. We invite you to join us on an unforgettable journey through the enchanting landscapes of Sumatra, where you’ll discover the wonders of nature, immerse yourself in local culture, and contribute to the preservation of this precious ecosystem.

Julia Bayu

Founder / Tour Leader

Certified tour guide with over 10 years of experience leading groups through the jungles and villages of Sumatra.

Jaka Probohandoko

Founder / Tour Leader

Certified tour guide with over 10 years of experience leading groups through the jungles and villages of Sumatra.

Aji Purnomo

Founder / Expert Wildlife Watcher

Expert in Sumatran wildlife and conservation, and passionate about sharing his knowledge with our guests.

Meet Our Teem

At Sumatra Wilderness, we are passionate about providing our customers with an unforgettable and sustainable experience. Our team of experienced and knowledgeable guides is essential to our success. They are the ones who will lead you through the jungle, introduce you to Sumatra’s wildlife, and share their knowledge of the local culture.

When you book a tour with Sumatra Wilderness, you can be confident that you will be in the hands of experts. We are committed to providing you with an unforgettable and sustainable experience.

Why Choose Us ?

Here are just a few reasons why you should book your Sumatra adventure with us.

Experienced

We have a team of experienced and knowledgeable guides. Our guides are passionate about Sumatra and its wildlife, and they have a deep understanding of the local environment and culture. They will ensure that you have a safe and enjoyable experience on your tour.

Ecotourism

We are committed to sustainable tourism. We work closely with local communities to ensure that our tours have a positive impact on the environment and the people of Sumatra. We also support conservation initiatives and work to protect Sumatra's unique wildlife.

Flexible

We offer a wide range of tours and activities to suit all interests and budgets. Whether you are looking for a challenging jungle trek or a relaxing cultural tour, we have a tour for you. We also offer a variety of budget-friendly options, so you can find the perfect tour to fit your needs.

Best Service

We provide excellent customer service and are always happy to help you plan your personalized trip in Sumatra. Our team is responsive, helpful, and flexible. They are committed to making sure that you have an unforgettable experience.

Contact Us

At Sumatra Wilderness, we are always happy to hear from you. Whether you have a question about our tours, need help planning your trip, or simply want to share your feedback, we are here to assist you.

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We had an amazing experience here in Batu Kapal with Aji, Bayu and their crew! Surrounded by the lush green jungle, absolutely full of life and the awesome Landak River for a swim! We had the astonishing luck of seeing a wild female orangutan and her baby on the ficus tree just up our room 2 days in a row! And then they arranged us with a 3 days/2 nights trek in Gunung Leser National Park jungle and it was amazing. We saw 3 semi wild females with their babies and a wild male, super close to us (5m away)! Our guide explained everything to us about wildlife but also about plants and culture. The food was super nice and the bound fire and rafting on the final day were awesome! Truly recommend, and we will be back for sure, as we felt like family here, in the Batu Kapal tribe. Life-long lasting memories guarantees!

My first 2 nights in Sumatra were here! Beautiful scenery, guesthouse, owner Bayu, Arji and staff. The best start to my trip. Very quiet and rejuvenating place next to the rainforest and on the river. The best place and people to start your 3-6 day trek jungle trek. Female solo traveller and felt so safe here. 15 min motorbike ride to get here, no roads. Very clean and comfortable room & bathroom. Great food, coffee, ginger & spice Tea especially. Everthing I dreamt of..

My partner and I loved Batu Kapal guest house, people that own the place are so lovely. They drove us around to the village and back so the distance is no problem. They did a lot of extra things for us what we appreciate a lot 🙏 bird watching, cooking local meals, magic colour chancing tea ☕️. We booked a 6 days jungle track with them too! That was super awesome. They bring you really deep in the jungle where we saw a lot of wild animals! Not the semi wild animals like most tours offer you!

We loved just everything about our stay in Bukit Lawang! The staff organizied an airport pick up which went very well! The car took us to Bukit Lawang. The Guest House is located in the Jungle of Bukit Lawang. So the staff took us to the house by motorbike which was very fun and adventurous! We had a big room with a private huge balcony. From there you can sit and look at the jungle and the river. Sometimes you spot monkeys in the trees. The staff is very friendly and helpful. They help to arrange everything you need. So we went on a 3 day jungle trekking with two of their staffs: Teddy and Ian. We have had amazing three days in the jungle with them! They did their best to make the jungle trip unforgetable for us. We saw lots of Monkeys (gibbons, makaks), orang utans and lizards. They provided great food so we Never felt hungry. At the end of the trekking we did a rafting which was fun. We enjoyed the stay at the Guest House and the trekking and would go again!

This is the best place you can go to in Bukit Lawang! Everything is amazing, the staff, the place, the quiet and nature… I only booked for a few nights but decided to stay over a week, just because I felt like a family and I will definitely come back in a future. if you are looking for a real experience and cultural exchange, this is the place to go. Thank you Batu Kapal, Bayu, Iwan, Aji, Ali, Agus and company.

What Our Guests Say

At Sumatra Wilderness, we are committed to providing our guests with an unforgettable and sustainable experience. We are passionate about sharing the beauty of Sumatra’s wilderness with our guests, and we are always striving to improve our tours and services.

We are grateful for the feedback that we receive from our guests. It helps us to understand what we are doing well and where we can improve. We also love hearing about the positive experiences that our guests have had on our tours.

These testimonials are a testament to the quality of our tours and the dedication of our team. We hope that they will inspire you to book your own Sumatra Wilderness adventure.