Experience ethical wildlife tours in Sumatra that support conservation, local communities, and responsible wildlife viewing. Explore orangutans, elephants, birds, reptiles, and rainforest biodiversity with expert naturalist guides.
Introduction.
Sumatra is one of the world’s most important biodiversity hotspots, home to critically endangered species such as the Sumatran orangutan, Sumatran elephant, Sumatran tiger, and hundreds of endemic birds, reptiles, and amphibians. At Bukit Lawang Ecotourism, we believe wildlife tourism should contribute directly to conservation rather than disturb wildlife or exploit natural habitats.
Orangutan Conservation Treks.
Observe wild and semi-wild Sumatran orangutans in and around the rainforest ecosystem while learning about conservation challenges and solutions.
Birdwatching Tours.
Discover hornbills, broadbills, trogons, kingfishers, woodpeckers, and many other species with experienced bird guides.
Ethical Herping Tours.
Search for frogs, snakes, lizards, geckos, turtles, and other rainforest reptiles and amphibians using responsible observation practices.
Wild Sumatran Elephant Expeditions.
Visit areas where wild elephants still roam and learn about habitat conservation and human-wildlife coexistence.
Wildlife Photography Tours.
Designed for photographers seeking authentic wildlife encounters while minimizing disturbance to animals.
Ethical Wildlife Tours and Conservation in SUMECO (Sumatra Ecoproject).
SUMECO was formed on the simple concept that wildlife tourism should directly benefit wildlife conservation. Rather than treating conservation and tourism as distinct activities, SUMECO incorporates them into a unified concept. Ecotourism revenue helps fund animal rescue, wildlife preservation, environmental education, and community awareness projects in and around the Leuser Ecosystem.
A Conservation-Driven Tourism Model.
This strategy acknowledges that healthy forests and robust animal populations are critical for the long-term viability of tourism. Protecting biodiversity is thus not only an environmental obligation but also the cornerstone of ethical ecotourism.
Why Ethical Ecotourism Matters in Sumatra.
The forests of Sumatra face threats from deforestation, habitat fragmentation, illegal wildlife trade, and human-wildlife conflict. Conservation organizations increasingly use ecotourism as a tool to generate sustainable income while incentivizing forest protection.
