Explore the Leuser Wild Rainforest
Nature adventures, cultural encounters, wellness experiences, jungle explorations, wildlife expeditions and patrols conservation from Simolap Hot Spring in North Sumatra.
Introduction
Simolap Hot Spring is located at the edge of Gunung Leuser National Park in North Sumatra, one of the most biodiverse ecosystems on Earth.
We offer unique experiences combining nature exploration, cultural discovery and conservation activities.
From Simolap, visitors can explore remote jungle areas, waterfalls, caves and rivers while learning about biodiversity, conservation and local culture.
The site and activities are managed and organized with local communities and KPL (Komunitas Penyelamatan Leuser), our local ngo dedicated to protecting the Leuser ecosystem.
Nature Walks Around Simolap
Short walks around Simolap Hot Spring allow visitors to discover the rich biodiversity of the area while learning about traditional knowledge and forest ecosystems.
- HALF-DAY EXPERIENCES -
Agroforestry Trail
Visit our agroforestry garden and learn about tropical fruits and spices such as durian, rambutan, mangosteen, cinnamon and cloves.
River Walk & Traditional Fishing
Walk along the river near Simolap, explore natural swimming spots and discover traditional fishing methods.
Medicinal Plants Discovery
Discover traditional medicinal plants used by local communities and learn how forest plants have been used for generations.
Wild Plant Foraging & Jungle Cooking
Collect edible plants and learn how to prepare simple dishes inspired by traditional jungle cooking.
Cultural Experiences
The forests around Simolap are closely connected to local culture and traditions. Visitors can discover village life, local food and traditional knowledge.
- HALF-DAY EXPERIENCES -
Village Visit
Meet local communities, discover daily life and learn about traditional and new farming practices.
Forest Traditions & Sacred Nature
Learn about local beliefs linked to the sacred hot spring and the relationship between communities and the forest.
Indonesian Cooking Class
Prepare indonesian or karonese dishes using local tools and cooking methods with fresh ingredients from gardens and forests.
Natural Wellness & Traditional Massage
Experiment traditional massage, discover natural skin care, herbal teas and others local preparations, get skills about natural remedies and medicinal plants.
Jungle Exploration & Monitoring
These treks allow visitors to explore Gunung Leuser National Park,
gorgeous caves and waterfalls around Simolap Hot Spring and walk along the border of primary rainforests, while acting for wildlife and biodiversity conservation.
- FULL-DAY EXPERIENCES -
Freshwaters & Cave Exploration
Discover beautiful river landscapes, hidden waterfall and secret caves in the rainforest surrounding Simolap while monitoring deeply wildlife and biodiversity.
Giant Trees Trek
Follow us on wild paths in the pristine rainforest of Gunung Leuser National Park surrounding Simolap, observe and learn about magnificents giants trees while taking datas on them and monitoring the wildlife presence and activities around.
National Park Border Patrol
Join a patrol walk along the boundary of Gunung Leuser National Park from Simolap and learn about forest protection and conservation challenges.
Hamoc & Wildlife Monitoring
Immerge yourself in the rainforest surrounding Simolap, find a spot for hamoc camp with the team and stay quiet as possible while listening to the jungle sounds, watching wildlife and take picture and datas.
- 2 TO 5 DAYS EXPERIENCES -
JUNGLE TREK EXPLORATION & MONITORING IN SIMOLAP WILD SANCTUARY
Assist KPL Exploration & Monitoring program in Gunung Leuser National Park starting from Simolap and go on expeditions through the richest biodiversity hotspot of primary rainforests in the world. Walk through the virgin forest and its various ecosystems, take datas about fauna & flora, observe and learn about wildlife and experience a night or more in the wilderness.
Conservation & Patrol Treks
- 3 DAYS TO 12 DAYS EXPERIENCES -
For travelers seeking deeper immersion and discovering of the Leuser National Park,
Simolap Hot Spring offers unique conservation patrol treks in collaboration
with KPL, national park rangers and local communities.
These expeditions combine exploration and adventure while supporting real conservation activities, biodiversity monitoring and forest protection.
Activities take part both along the
border and in the protected area :
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forest patrols
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collecting datas
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camera-trap installation
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monitoring and photography
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wildlife observation
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biodiversity inventories and species identification
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seeds collection for forest restoration
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forest giant trees mapping
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exploration of remote areas
The collected datas are very important to deep understand Leuser primary rainforests and assure its preservation. It also contribute to save the local communities traditional knowledge and culture link to their forest and enhance universal knowledge to serve biodiversity conservation.
The patrols assure the survey and protection of wildlife & primary rainforest and limit human-animal conflict and illegal activities.
Wildlife Photography Treks
Special treks designed for wildlife photographers and biodiversity observers.
Biodiversity Research Expeditions
Treks focused on studying primary rainforest fauna & flora biodiversity, species such as fungi, insects and endemic plants.
Leuser Crossing Expeditions
Primary Rainforest Excursion around Simolap
- SARINGGANA WATERFALL -
2 TO 5 DAYS JUNGLE TREK & MONITORING
Travel to others remote forest areas to explore spectacular waterfalls and pristine rainforest inside the Leuser ecosystem. (around two hours from Simolap)
