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Carolina Cottage Samosir
Carolina cottage Economy Room Hill View IDR 300,000,-IDR Hill view 20 - 60 step stairs (anak tangga) Cold Shower Include breakfast Tipe tersebut tersedia 6 unit Kapasitas 2 orang Penambahan extrabed maksimal 1 extrabed Standart Room No TV IDR 350,000,-IDR Hill view 20 - 60 step stairs (anak tangga) Hot Shower 24 hours Include breakfast Tipe tersebut tersedia 6 unit Kapasitas 2 orang Penambahan extrabed maksimal 1 extrabed Standart Beach view Room No TV IDR 450,000,-IDR Lake view Hot Shower 24 hours Include breakfast Tipe [...]
Nachelles Homestay Berastagi
Nachelles Homestay Berastagi The location is in the quite housing complex next busy main road from Berastagi to Kabanjahe. with lots of food vendor by night also close to the local bulk market for vegetables and fruit. Walking distance to the Indomaret shop. Very clean room and spacious. Friendly owner and family oriented home stay. They also served breakfast and lunch but need to be ordered from previous day Features: King size Bed + extra bed Vanity Table Ceiling Electric Fan Hot / Cold shower Mosquito Net Roof [...]
Kaesa Homestay Berastagi
Kaesa Homestay Berastagi Situated in the center of Berastagi and walking distance to most shop and eatery area. 5 Walking to the famous Berastagi Fruit Market, Berastagi night market, indo maret shop and akasia restaurant for the indonesian food choices. Very clean and spacious yet very affordable. surely good value for money. Features: King size Bed + extra bed Vanity Table Ceiling Electric Fan Hot / Cold Mosquito Net Balcony & Seating IDR 350,000 / Night Add extra to your [...]
Sumatran Long-Tailed Macaque
Long-Tailed Macaque (Macaca fascicularis) The Clever Primate of Southeast Asia’s Forests The Long-tailed macaque, also known as the crab-eating macaque, is one of the most widespread and adaptable primates in Southeast Asia. Easily recognized by its long tail, expressive face, and high intelligence, this species is commonly seen in rainforests, riversides, and even near human settlements. For jungle trekkers, long-tailed macaques are often the first primates encountered — curious, social, and full of character. Species Overview Scientific name: Macaca fascicularis Family: Cercopithecidae (Old World monkeys) Conservation status: Least Concern (IUCN) Lifespan: 25–30 years in the [...]
Sumatra Orangutan or Pongo Abelii
Sumatra Orangutan or Pongo Abelii 1. Taxonomy and Evolution Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Class: Mammalia Order: Primates Family: Hominidae Genus: Pongo Species: Pongo abelii The Sumatran orangutan diverged from the Bornean orangutan approximately 400,000–700,000 years ago. Genetic studies show that Sumatran orangutans are more closely related to the Tapanuli orangutan (Pongo tapanuliensis) than to Bornean populations. 2. Geographic Distribution Sumatran orangutans are endemic to northern Sumatra, Indonesia, primarily within: Aceh Province North Sumatra Province Their main stronghold is the Leuser Ecosystem, one of Southeast Asia’s largest remaining intact rainforest landscapes. 3. [...]
Tabo Cottage Samosir Island
Deluxe rooms are functional rooms with king-size beds or single beds, some have a half-open jungle bathroom with a hot shower. They are equipped with a fan and a veranda with a little garden view. Double/twin share. IDR 800.000* per night, per room for 2 pax. Extra bed IDR 300.000 per night, per pax. Breakfast is included *Peak season rate IDR 950.000 per night, per room for 2 pax Batak Villa Batak villas are old Batak houses rebuilt into comfortable accommodations. The unique style of the traditional houses and the relaxing [...]
Jungle Border Bukit Lawang
Jungle Border Bukit Lawang Nestled on the riverside edge of Gunung Leuser National Park, Next to the river of Bukit Lawang. Jungle border Bukit Lawang offers a tranquil escape in the heart of North Sumatra’s tropical rainforest. Just steps away from the Sumatran jungle, our collection of laid-back rooms provides an authentic and sustainable way to experience one of the world’s richest ecosystems. Your stay here is more than just a retreat — it’s a contribution to conservation. Proceeds directly support the Sumatran Orangutan Conservation Programme, helping protect the critically endangered orangutan and its [...]
Eco lodge Bukit Lawang and Bamboo Restaurant
The Ecolodge Bukit Lawang Nestled on the riverside edge of Gunung Leuser National Park, Ecolodge Bukit Lawang offers a tranquil escape in the heart of North Sumatra’s tropical rainforest. Just steps away from the Sumatran jungle, our collection of laid-back rooms provides an authentic and sustainable way to experience one of the world’s richest ecosystems. Your stay here is more than just a retreat — it’s a contribution to conservation. Proceeds directly support the Sumatran Orangutan Conservation Programme, helping protect the critically endangered orangutan and its habitat. Located in the peaceful village of Bukit [...]
Everything You Need to Know about Sumatran Orangutan
Everything You Need to Know about Sumatran Orangutan The Sumatran orangutan (Pongo abelii) is one of the rarest and most intelligent primates in the world. Endemic to northern Sumatra, Indonesia, these orangutans are Critically Endangered due to deforestation, poaching, and habitat fragmentation. Here’s a detailed, SEO-friendly guide with all the essential facts about this incredible species. Distribution and Habitat Endemic Location: Northern Sumatra, Indonesia Primary Habitat: Tropical lowland forests, montane forests, peat swamp forests Protected Areas: Gunung Leuser National Park Leuser Ecosystem buffer zones Behavior: Arboreal (tree-dwelling), spends nearly all of its life in trees Population: Approximately 14,000 individuals [...]
