Langkat

Langkat

Things to do - general

 

¤ Langkat is a regency located further north of Karo Regency in North Sumatra, so it does not include any shoreline of Lake Toba. It is about 5 hours by car from Medan. To see it on the map, click here.

What’s Special

Even though Langkat is not adjacent to the shoreline, many tourists visiting Lake Toba also like to see orangutans at Bukit Lawang and elephants at Tangkahan. Both of these attractions are in Langkat. In addition, this regency includes part of the Gunung Leuser National Park in the tropical rainforest of Sumatra, a United Nations’ World Heritage.

Orangutan is the Indonesian word for “forest man”. This animal is unique due to its connotation to pre-ancient human beings who lived in the jungle. In fact, orangutans are the world’s largest arboreal (tree-dwelling) mammals. Adult males weigh between 50 to 90 kilograms (110 to 198 lb.) and can stand between 1.25 to 1.5 meters (4.1-5 ft.) in height. Today, there are only three species of orangutans in the world. You can find two of them here and another in Borneo, Indonesia. All of them are endangered and under protection. But here, and you will be able to meet and feed them in their sanctuaries.

Note that, due to the mountainous terrain of the region, there is no straight road from the lake’s shore to Langkat. If you stay nearby the lake, you will need to divert toward Medan first then reroute to Langkat. However, the effort is worth the exceptional experiences you will get in Langkat. For example, Bukit Lawang is the only tourist places with a wild population of Sumatran orangutans. You won’t get close to these magnificent creatures elsewhere. And as forest turns to farmland across the region, this may be the last chance to see truly wild orangutans enjoying the freedom of the jungle.

Points of Interest

Below is the list of the points of interest in Langkat:

Natural sites

  1. Bukit Lawang
  2. Batu Katak (Frog Stone)
  3. Jodoh Semelir Waterfall
  4. Rumah Jamur
  5. Tangkahan
  6. Teroh Teroh Waterfall
  7. 24-Level Waterfall

Select Langkat as your travel destination if you wish to visit the above attractions. See all destinations.

Country Indonesia
Area (km2)6,272 (2,422 sq mi)

Restaurants

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Alam Indah Guest House

Alam Indah Guest House

Jl. Bukit Lawang, Bohorok 20774, Langkat
Alam Indah Guest House, featuring free WiFi and a restaurant, Alam Indah Guest House offers accommod More info
Atok Homestay

Atok Homestay

Jl. Bukit Lawang, Bohorok 20852, Langkat
Atok Homestay has free WiFi, a barbecue, and a children’s playground, Atok Homestay offers acc More info
Aussie Inn Bukit Lawang

Aussie Inn Bukit Lawang

Jl. Orangutan, Bukit Lawang 20774, Langkat
Aussie Inn Bukit Lawang is situated in Bukit Lawang and has a bar, a garden, and a terrace. The gues More info
Back to Nature Ecotourism

Back to Nature Ecotourism

Bukit Lawang, Kecamatan Bahorok 20774, Langkat
Back to Nature Ecotourism, Offering a terrace and views of the mountain, Back to Nature is situated More info
Batu Kapal Jungle Houses

Batu Kapal Jungle Houses

Batu Kapal, Desa Timbang Jaya, Kecamatan Bahorok, Bukit Lawang 20744, Langkat
Batu Kapal Jungle Houses is located in Timbanglawang. Free WiFi access is available in public areas More info
Batu Mandi Guest House Bukit Lawang

Batu Mandi Guest House Bukit Lawang

Dusun 1, Bukit Lawang, Kec. Bahorok 20774, Langkat
Batu Mandi Guest House Bukit Lawang offers WiFi and pet-friendly accommodations in Bukit Lawang. The More info
Brown Bamboo Bukit Lawang

Brown Bamboo Bukit Lawang

Bukit Lawang 20774, Langkat
Brown Bamboo Bukit Lawang is located in Bukit Lawang. Guests can enjoy a meal at the on-site restaur More info
Bua Guesthouse Tangkahan

Bua Guesthouse Tangkahan

Desa Namu Sialang, Batang Serangan, Langkat
Bua Guesthouse Tangkahan is located in the area/city of Batang Serangan. The 24-hour front desk is a More info
Bugis Inn

Bugis Inn

Jl. Orang Utan, Bukit Lawang 20774 , Langkat
Bugis Inn is located in Bukit Lawang. Showcasing a barbecue and playground, There is a restaurant an More info
Bukit Lawang Alika Guesthouse

Bukit Lawang Alika Guesthouse

Padang Tualang, Bukit lawang 20774, Langkat
Bukit Lawang Alika Guesthouse offers accommodation in Bukit Lawang. Guests can enjoy the on-site res More info
Bukit Lawang Hill Resort

Bukit Lawang Hill Resort

Jl. Bukit Lawang Hill Resort, Bukit Lawang 20774, Langkat
Bukit Lawang Hill Resort offers free WiFi, a swimming pool, and pet-friendly accommodation at the to More info
Bukit Lawang Indah

Bukit Lawang Indah

Jl. Orangutan, Bukit Lawang 20774, Langkat
Bukit Lawang Indah offers free WiFi and restaurant accommodation in Bukit Lawang. Guests can enjoy t More info
Bukit Lawang Kanjeng resort

Bukit Lawang Kanjeng resort

Jl. Orangutan, Bukit Lawang 20774, Langkat
Bukit Lawang Kanjeng Resort is a popular choice among travelers in Bukit Lawang. Showcasing a barbec More info
Bukit Menday Guest House

Bukit Menday Guest House

Jl. Orangutan, Sampe Raya, Bohorok, Bukit Lawang 20774, Langkat
Bukit Menday Guest House is a great choice of accommodation to discover the wonders of Bukit Lawang. More info
Eco Travel Cottages Bukit Lawang

Eco Travel Cottages Bukit Lawang

Jl. Besar Orangutan 10, Bohorok, Bukit Lawang 20774, Langkat
Eco Travel Cottages Bukit Lawang is situated in Bukit Lawang, right next to the Bahorok River. Offer More info
Ecolodge Bukit Lawang

Ecolodge Bukit Lawang

Bukit Lawang, Kecamatan Bahorok, 20774, Langkat
Ecolodge Bukit Lawang is situated in Bukit Lawang. Offering a garden and sun terrace, the property a More info
Fadhil Guest House Bukit Lawang

Fadhil Guest House Bukit Lawang

Bukit Lawang, Kec. Bohorok 20852, Langkat
Fadhil Guest House Bukit Lawang is one of the hotels in Langkat which is equipped with various suppo More info
Fidodido Guesthouse

Fidodido Guesthouse

Jl. Orangutan, Bukit Lawang, Bohorok 20774, Langkat
Fidodido Guesthouse featuring free WiFi offers accommodations in Bukit Lawang. You will find room se More info
Fun Family Guest House

Fun Family Guest House

Bukit Lawang, Bahorok 20774 , Langkat
Fun Family Guest House offers accommodation in Bukit Lawang. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant More info
Gino's Place - Bungalows and Restaurant

Gino's Place - Bungalows and Restaurant

Jl. Bukit Lawang (Gang Ogan) Sampe Raya, Bohorok 20774, Langkat
Gino’s Place – Bungalows and Restaurant provides a garden. Featuring room service, this More info
Grandma Guest house

Grandma Guest house

Jl. Orangutan, Bukit Lawang 20774, Langkat
Grandma Guest house provides accommodation with a restaurant, free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and r More info
Green Forest Tangkahan

Green Forest Tangkahan

Kwala Musam, Batang Serangan 20852, Langkat
Green Forest Tangkahan, offers superior services and facilities that will make for a memorable stay. More info
Green Lodge Tangkahan

Green Lodge Tangkahan

Tangkahan, Namu Sialang, Batang Serangan, Tangkahan 20852, Langkat
Green Lodge Tangkahan offers pet-friendly accommodations in Tangkahan. Free private parking is avail More info
Green Travelodge

Green Travelodge

Jl. Orangutan, Bahorok, Bukit Lawang 20774, Langkat
Green Travelodge is a guesthouse in a good neighborhood, which is located at Bohorok. The 24-hour fr More info
Hotel Orangutan

Hotel Orangutan

Jl. Orangutan, Bukit Lawang 20852, Langkat
Hotel Orangutan is located in Bukit Lawang. Showcasing a barbecue and water sports facilities, guest More info
Ida Guest House & Restaurant

Ida Guest House & Restaurant

Jl. Orangutan, Bohorok, Bukit Lawang, 20774, Langkat
Ida Guest House & Restaurant Bukit Lawang is one of the hotels in Langkat which is equipped with More info
Indra Valley Inn Bukit Lawang

Indra Valley Inn Bukit Lawang

Jl. Stasiun Orangutan, Bukit Lawang 20774, Langkat
Indra Valley Inn Bukit Lawang offers accommodation in Bukit Lawang. Featuring views of the mountains More info
Jungle Art of Tangkahan

Jungle Art of Tangkahan

Namu Sialang, Batang Serangan, Tangkahan 20852, Langkat
Jungle Art of Tangkahan, featuring free WiFi and a restaurant,  offers pet-friendly accommodation in More info
Jungle Gate Lodge Bukit Lawang

Jungle Gate Lodge Bukit Lawang

Desa Bukit Lawang, Kec. Bahorok 20774, Langkat
Jungle Gate Lodge Bukit Lawang features a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, a bar, and a garden More info
Jungle Inn

Jungle Inn

Bukit Lawang, Kecamatan Bahorok, Kabupaten Langkat, 20774 Bukit Lawang, Indonesia, Langkat
Jungle Inn, featuring free WiFi and a restaurant, Jungle Inn offers accommodations in Bukit Lawang. More info
Jungle Tribe Guesthouse

Jungle Tribe Guesthouse

Jl. Orangutan Bukit Lawang, Sumatra, 20852 Bukit Lawang, Indonesia, Langkat
Jungle Tribe Guesthouse, featuring free WiFi and a barbecue, offers accommodations in Bukit Lawang. More info
Jungle View Guest House

Jungle View Guest House

Orangutan Street, Bukit Lawang 20774, Langkat
Jungle View Guest House, featuring free WiFi and a restaurant, offers accommodations in Bukit Lawang More info
Junia Guesthouse

Junia Guesthouse

Dusun 1 Bukit Lawang, Kec. Bohorok, Langkat
Junia Guesthouse is perfect for business, and holiday travelers. Located in Bukit Lawang, This guest More info
Kupu-Kupu Garden Guest House & Cafe

Kupu-Kupu Garden Guest House & Cafe

Jl. Orangutan, Bukit Lawang 20852, Langkat
Kupu-Kupu Garden Guest House & Cafe is situated in the small village of Bukit Lawang in the Suma More info
Landbow Green Village

Landbow Green Village

Jl. Bukit Lawang, Dusun 1, Desa Timbang Jaya, Bukit Lawang 20774, Langkat
Landbow Green Village offers accommodation in Bukit Lawang. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant, More info
Lawang Inn

Lawang Inn

Jl. Orangutan, Bukit Lawang 20774, Langkat
Lawang Inn offers accommodations in Bukit Lawang. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Some acco More info
Lila Inn

Lila Inn

Jl. Orangutan, Bahorok, Bukit Lawang 20774, Langkat
Lila Inn offers accommodations in Bukit Lawang. Certain accommodations include a sitting area for yo More info
Lucky Bamboo Guest House

Lucky Bamboo Guest House

Jl. Orangutan, Desa Bukit Lawang 20774, Langkat
Lucky Bamboo Guest House offers accommodations in Bukit Lawang. A terrace or balcony is featured in More info
MEGA Inn

MEGA Inn

Desa Namu Sialang, Batang Serangan, 20852, Langkat
Mega Inn located in Tangkahan, provides some of the facilities you get while staying here, guest sat More info
Mountain View Cottages & Restaurant Tangkahan

Mountain View Cottages & Restaurant Tangkahan

Jl. Lintas CRU Tangkahan, Namu Sialang, Batang Serangan, Tangkahan 20852, Langkat
Mountain View Cottages & Restaurant Tangkahan offers pet-friendly accommodations in Tangkahan. F More info
Musli Muky Bungalow

Musli Muky Bungalow

Jl. Orangutan, Bukit Lawang 20774, Langkat
Musli Muky Bungalow, showcasing a barbecue and views of the mountains, is located in Bukit Lawang. T More info
Mutiara Guest House

Mutiara Guest House

Jl. Orangutan, Bukit Lawang 20774, Langkat
Mutiara Guest House, Featuring free WiFi offers accommodations in Bukit Lawang. Free private parking More info
Namo samsah

Namo samsah

Landak River, Bukit Lawang 20852, Langkat
Namo Samsah Guesthouse, Featuring a garden is located in Bukit Lawang, Sumatra. This vacation home f More info
Nanda Inn Bukit Lawang

Nanda Inn Bukit Lawang

Jl. Orangutan, Bahorok, Bukit Lawang 20774, Langkat
Nanda Inn Bukit Lawang offers rooms equipped with a TV with cable channels. Some rooms include a sit More info
On The Rocks Bungalow

On The Rocks Bungalow

Jl. Orangutan, Bukit Lawang 20852, Langkat
On The Rocks Bungalow & Restaurant set in Bukit Lawang at the edge of Mount Leuser National Park More info
Orchid Bungalow & Restaurant (WBK)

Orchid Bungalow & Restaurant (WBK)

Dusun Batu Katak, Desa Batu Jongjong, Bohorok, 20774 Timbanglawang, Langkat
Orchid Bungalow & Restaurant (WBK) situated in Timbanglawang in the Sumatra Region, boasts a bar More info
Penginapan Wak Ngah

Penginapan Wak Ngah

Jl. Orangutan, Desa Bukit Lawang, Kec. Bahorok 20774, Langkat
Penginapan Wak Ngah offers pet-friendly, featuring free WiFi and a restaurant, and accommodations in More info
Rain Forest Guest House

Rain Forest Guest House

Jl. Orangutan, Kecamatan Bahorok, Bukit Lawang 20774, Langkat
Rain Forest Guest House offers locally-owned accommodation, Featuring free WiFi, a barbecue, and a t More info
Rindu Alam Hotel

Rindu Alam Hotel

Bohorok, 20852 Bukit Lawang, Langkat
Rindu Alam Hotel is situated in Bukit Lawang, offering a barbecue, children’s playground, and More info
Riverside Guest House

Riverside Guest House

Jl. Orangutan, Bukit Lawang 20774 , Langkat
Riverside Guest House located in Bukit Lawang, offers numerous on-site facilities to satisfy even th More info
RnB Guesthouse

RnB Guesthouse

Jl. Orangutan No. 058, Bukit Lawang 20774, Langkat
RnB Guesthouse offers accommodations in Bahorok, featuring free WiFi, a restaurant, and a barbecue, More info
Rumah Papa Homestay

Rumah Papa Homestay

Timbang Jaya, Bukit Lawang 20774, Langkat
Rumah Papa Homestay is 10 minutes from Bukit Lawang by local transport or 30 minutes by a walk by th More info
Sahnan Guesthouse

Sahnan Guesthouse

Jl. Orangutan, Desa Bukit Lawang, Bohorok, Langkat
Sahnan Guesthouse set in Bukit Lawang, has a garden and terrace. Among the facilities of this proper More info
Sam's Bungalow

Sam's Bungalow

Jl. Orangutan, Bukit Lawang 20774, Langkat
Sam’s Bungalow features free WiFi and restaurant accommodation in  Bukit Lawang. Guests can en More info
Selang Pangeran Homestay & Jungle Trekking

Selang Pangeran Homestay & Jungle Trekking

Bukit Lawang, Bohorok 20774, Langkat
Selang Pangeran Homestay & Jungle Trekking offers accommodation in Bukit Lawang. Some units incl More info
Semila Guesthouse

Semila Guesthouse

Namu Sialang, Batang Serangan, Tangkahan, Langkat
Semila Guesthouse is one of the hotels in Tangkahan that is equipped with various facilities to supp More info
SOUL Guesthouse Bukit Lawang

SOUL Guesthouse Bukit Lawang

Jl. Orangutan, Bukit Lawang 20774, Langkat
SOUL Guesthouse Bukit Lawang in Bukit Lawang provides accommodation with a bar, a garden, and a terr More info
Tangkahan Inn

Tangkahan Inn

Sei Musam, Batang Serangan Sumatra Septentrional, Tangkahan 20852, Langkat
Tangkahan Inn is located in Tangkahan in the region of Sumatra, This property is 1 minute’s wa More info
Terimakasih Bar and Guesthouse

Terimakasih Bar and Guesthouse

Jl. Orangutan, Bukit Lawang 20774, Langkat
Terimakasih Bar and Guesthouse is located in Bukit Lawang in the Sumatra Region. Offering a barbecue More info
The Heritage Resort & Restaurant Bukit Lawang

The Heritage Resort & Restaurant Bukit Lawang

Desa Perkebunan Bukit Lawang, Bandartelu, Langkat
The Heritage Resort & Restaurant Bukit Lawang is within easy reach of various places of interest More info
Thomas' Retreat Bukit Lawang

Thomas' Retreat Bukit Lawang

Jl. Orangutan, Desa Bukit Lawang, Kec. Bahorok 20774, Langkat
Thomas’ Retreat Bukit Lawang is set in Bukit Lawang. Offering a barbecue and water sports faci More info
Tranquil Jungle Hut & Trekking

Tranquil Jungle Hut & Trekking

Selang Pangeran, Bukit Lawang 20852, Langkat
Tranquil Jungle Hut & Trekking is situated in a tranquil area of Selang Pangeran, Bukit Lawang.  More info
Ustin Nagoya Bukit Lawang

Ustin Nagoya Bukit Lawang

Jl. Wisata Bukit Lawang, Kecamatan Bahorok, Bukit Lawang 20774, Langkat
Ustin Nagoya Bukit Lawang offers accommodations in Bukit Lawang. Offers several facilities such as f More info
Villa Paradise

Villa Paradise

Gotong royong, Bukit Lawang 20774, Langkat
Villa Paradise is the 3rd most booked bed and breakfast in Bukit Lawang. Villa Paradise features a r More info
WaterStone Guest House & Restaurant

WaterStone Guest House & Restaurant

Jl. Orangutan, Bukit Lawang 20852, Langkat
WaterStone Guest House & Restaurant is located in Bukit Lawang and features a garden, barbecue f More info
Wisma Leuser Sibayak

Wisma Leuser Sibayak

Jl. Orangutan Center, Bukit Lawang 20774, Langkat
Wisma Leuser Sibayak, featuring free WiFi, offers pet-friendly accommodation in Bukit Lawang. Guests More info
Yusman Guest House

Yusman Guest House

Jl. Orangutan, Bukit Lawang, Bohorok 20774, Langkat
Yusman Guest House offers accommodations in Bohorok. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Some u More info
1D Bukit Lawang, Get to Know Flora & Fauna of Sumatra

1D Bukit Lawang, Get to Know Flora & Fauna of Sumatra

Langkat
Spend a day at Bukit Lawang where you can meet and feed orangutans. The animals are among the list o More info
1D Flexible Tour of Lake Toba (Private Tour)

1D Flexible Tour of Lake Toba (Private Tour)

Simalungun, North Tapanuli, Samosir, Toba Samosir, Karo, Langkat, Humbahas, Dairi
We offer a flexible full-day tour to attractions of your choice on Lake Toba. Ask your private drive More info
1D Tangkahan, Witness Flora & Fauna of North Sumatra

1D Tangkahan, Witness Flora & Fauna of North Sumatra

Langkat
Price per person from US$ 85
Experience a one-day trip to Tangkahan, a breeding ground for wild elephants on a clean river in the More info
2D1N Bukit Lawang - Orangutan

2D1N Bukit Lawang - Orangutan

Langkat
Spend two days and a night at Bukit Lawang, home to endangered Sumatran orangutans. They are on the More info
3D2N Bukit Lawang & Orangutans

3D2N Bukit Lawang & Orangutans

Langkat
This 3-day package is perfect for nature and animal lovers who are keen to explore the lush green ra More info
4D3N Lake Toba - Bahorok (Private Tour)

4D3N Lake Toba - Bahorok (Private Tour)

Samosir, Toba Samosir, Karo, Langkat, Simalungun
Experience a 4-day, 3-night trip to Lake Toba, Parapat, Samosir Island, Berastagi, Bahorok, and Meda More info
5D4N Explore Tangkahan – Bukit Lawang ”Leuser National Park" (Private Tour)

5D4N Explore Tangkahan – Bukit Lawang ”Leuser National Park" (Private Tour)

Langkat
This 5-day tour of Tangakahan and Bukit Lawang is the most exciting Lake Toba tour package. Highligh More info
5D4N LakeToba - Berastagi Highland & Bahorok (Private Tour)

5D4N LakeToba - Berastagi Highland & Bahorok (Private Tour)

Samosir, Toba Samosir, Karo, Langkat, Simalungun
This 5-day 4-night trip is the best LakeToba tour package if you want to cover Lake Toba, Berastagi More info
6D5N North Sumatra Highlights (Private Tour)

6D5N North Sumatra Highlights (Private Tour)

Samosir, Toba Samosir, Karo, Langkat
Price per person from US$ 941
This Lake Toba tour will cover many things. They include Samosir Island, Batak king’s residenc More info
7D6N Bukit Lawang & LakeToba (Private Tour)

7D6N Bukit Lawang & LakeToba (Private Tour)

Samosir, Toba Samosir, Langkat, Simalungun
This diverse Bukit Lawang and Lake Toba tour will take you from busy city life to the dense jungle a More info
8D7N North Sumatra Jungle Adventure (Private Tour)

8D7N North Sumatra Jungle Adventure (Private Tour)

Samosir, Langkat
This 8-day 7-night Lake Toba tour package covers the orangutans, the lake, Batak culture, and Medan More info
9D8N Bukit Lawang, Tangkahan & LakeToba (Private Tour)

9D8N Bukit Lawang, Tangkahan & LakeToba (Private Tour)

Samosir, Toba Samosir, Karo, Langkat
Embark on a nine-day and eight–night exclusive tour of Bukit Lawang, Tangkahan, and Lake Toba. Bukit More info

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