A Nature Photographers Trip of a Lifetime!
‘A surprise around every corner’
Aussie Macro Photos is proud to host a Sumatra Photography Expeditions. This is a nature photographer’s trip of a lifetime, giving you access to some of the world’s most incredible creatures in the Sumatran rainforest. The Gunung Leuser National Park is extremely rich in biodiversity and has endless opportunities for photographers to capture gorgeous images.
Get up close and personal to the IUCN Critically Endangered Sumatran Orangutans, as well as a number of other monkeys & primates including Gibbons. Marvel at the super-glamourous Great Argus Pheasant. Stroll through the accommodation grounds and see a host of harmless tree snakes, and other beautiful reptiles. Be wowed by the incredible colours and formations of arthropods, with endless butterflies, spiders and every other insect you can imagine!
This location is special for a number of reasons. This patch of UNESCO World Heritage Site and National Park once hosted a successful rehabilitation and release program for Sumatran Orangutans and thus many of the individuals are very used to humans. We will have opportunities to get great closeup images of these gentle primates, many of which are nursing mothers. Our accommodation, The Eco Lodge, backs onto this bio-centric wonder and does NOT use Palm Oil. A true eco-lodge with utmost integrity for a nature lovers retreat. The rooms are spacious, clean and comfortable. The restaurant provides a variety of classic Indonesian cuisine as well as Western meals.
Bridgette of Aussie Macro Photos has been to this location three times and has designed an itinerary for this Sumatra Photography Expedition from her experience to give you the best opportunities for seeing and photographing incredible creatures in their natural habitat. Our local guides are extremely gifted at spotting their local wildlife and provide excellent service to ensure our comfort and enjoyment.
DAY 1
09.00 Pickup from dPrima Hotel Kualanamu
Transit to Bukit Lawang (Approx 4 hours), arriving lunchtime. Chance to do any last minute shopping at Shopping Centre enroute.
Lunch at own expense
Expedition Welcome and Briefing
Afternoon Buggin (Insects, Arachnids, Reptiles)
Welcome Dinner (included)
Night Walk & Moth Trap (Insects, Arachnids, Reptiles, Amphibians)
DAY 2
Full day Jungle trekking (6-7 hours) Morning Tea, Lunch provided. (Orangutans, Monkey’s, Birds, Insects, Arachnids, Reptiles)
Dinner at own expense
Day 3
Half day Jungle trekking (4-5 hours) Morning Tea, Lunch provided. (Orangutans, Monkey’s, Birds, Insects, Arachnids, Reptiles) returning 2 pm to re-pack for overnight in jungle. 3pm departure to jungle campsite.
Overnight in the jungle campsite, dinner provided
Night Walk & Moth Trap around Campsite (Insects, Arachnids, Reptiles, Amphibians)
Day 4
Morning Walk around Campsite (Monkey’s, Birds, Insects, Arachnids, Reptiles)
Breakfast & Morning Tea provided
Tube rafting return
Lunch at own expense
Dinner at own expense
Night Walk & Moth Trap (Insects, Arachnids, Reptiles, Amphibians)
Day 5
Full day Jungle trekking (5-6 hours) Morning Tea, Lunch provided. (Orangutans, Monkey’s, Birds, Insects, Arachnids, Reptiles)
OR Local market Tour (not included)
Farewell Dinner (Included)
Day 6
Optional Birding Tour (Not included in Expedition cost)
Lunch at own expense
Checkout
Transport to Medan/Airport (Approx midday TBA)
Onward Flights no earlier than 6pm.
THE COST INCLUDES:
Transfers to and from Medan to Expedition in air-conditioned comfort
Welcome and Farewell dinner
National Park Fees and Permits
Local guides, Jungle treks, Morning walks, Night walks
1 night overnight in the jungle (plus holding your luggage and other items in your room)
All breakfasts, food & water on tours
Comfortable accommodations
THE COST DOES NOT INCLUDE:
Flight costs to Medan
Visas
Accommodation in Medan, Sumatra (first night)
Some meals (See Itinerary for more info)
Alcohol and other bar drinks
A Nature Photographers Trip of a Lifetime!
‘A surprise around every corner’
Aussie Macro Photos is proud to host a Sumatra Photography Expeditions. This is a nature photographer’s trip of a lifetime, giving you access to some of the world’s most incredible creatures in the Sumatran rainforest. The Gunung Leuser National Park is extremely rich in biodiversity and has endless opportunities for photographers to capture gorgeous images.
Get up close and personal to the IUCN Critically Endangered Sumatran Orangutans, as well as a number of other monkeys & primates including Gibbons. Marvel at the super-glamourous Great Argus Pheasant. Stroll through the accommodation grounds and see a host of harmless tree snakes, and other beautiful reptiles. Be wowed by the incredible colours and formations of arthropods, with endless butterflies, spiders and every other insect you can imagine!
This location is special for a number of reasons. This patch of UNESCO World Heritage Site and National Park once hosted a successful rehabilitation and release program for Sumatran Orangutans and thus many of the individuals are very used to humans. We will have opportunities to get great closeup images of these gentle primates, many of which are nursing mothers. Our accommodation, The Eco Lodge, backs onto this bio-centric wonder and does NOT use Palm Oil. A true eco-lodge with utmost integrity for a nature lovers retreat. The rooms are spacious, clean and comfortable. The restaurant provides a variety of classic Indonesian cuisine as well as Western meals.
Bridgette of Aussie Macro Photos has been to this location three times and has designed an itinerary for this Sumatra Photography Expedition from her experience to give you the best opportunities for seeing and photographing incredible creatures in their natural habitat. Our local guides are extremely gifted at spotting their local wildlife and provide excellent service to ensure our comfort and enjoyment.
