Batu Katak Gibbon Guesthouse

Gibbon Guesthouse is one of our social projects.

Through the social enterprise Sumatratrekking, Ibu Bumi Orangutan created an ecotourism support system in the village of Batu Katak by developing equitable tourism.

To that end, we invested in this accommodation, where we can offer jobs to the local community.

Through trekking in the karst forest, we provide employment for the local guides and their teams.

Through this guesthouse, we provide employment for the local team and manager.

 
Four people sitting at an outdoor wooden table by a river, smiling and chatting, with trees and bridge in the background.

Faboulous lodge next to the rainforest and Natural Park Gunung Leuser where you can see the real wild orangutans (not like the semi-wild ones in another areas close by), you can see gibbons in the forest next to the river, while having your coffee from the restaurant, an expérience as nowhere else!!! Great people, amazing food, confortable rooms, I would recommend this place ever and ever to all those willing to have a wildlife trip in Sumatra! Thanks to Samuel and Nora for managing this great place!!

Two people sitting on the forest ground enjoying a meal, with tropical plants and fallen leaves around them. They have food in disposable containers and there are decorative leaves with tropical fruits and nuts on the ground nearby.

Amazing guesthouse perfectly located, in front of the river and the jungle, you can even hear and see some gibbons from the terrace
The atmosphere is very peaceful
Our room was quite big, with western bucket toilet and cold shower, and a fan. It’s confortable enough for your stay here
The guesthouse offers a restaurant service, I highly recommend it, the dishes are delicious!
People are very welcoming and respectful, and also very friendly if you want to have a talk, or some help
Moreover Samuel, the manager, can help you before and during your stay for everything : how to come, plan your jungle trek or others activities. We had the chance to do a daily trek with two of his guides and it was an amazing day
Last point, this guesthouse and their team are part of an NGO, which aims to support local people, and encourage nature conservation
Be sure you’ll have an amazing and authentic experience by going to Batu katak gibbon guesthouse

Primates expedition in Gunung Leuser National Park at Karst forest.

This place is magnificent! Between the karst forest and the village of Batu Katak. Nora, the manager of this guesthouse, is incredibly kind and does everything she can to ensure we have a wonderful stay. Her team also allowed us to observe orangutans, gibbons, and many other species in the surrounding forest. We could even see some from the guesthouse on the other side of the river. The rooms are functional and suitable for a two-week stay. And the food is delicious! Thank you, Nora and your team!