BAT CAVES TOURS & BBQ AT LANDAK RIVER

Discover one of Bukit Lawang’s hidden natural attractions on this half-day adventure. Explore fascinating limestone caves filled with impressive rock formations while searching for bats, swallows, and other cave-dwelling wildlife. Continue your journey through scenic rubber and palm oil plantations before arriving at the peaceful Landak River. Cool off with a refreshing swim, then enjoy a freshly prepared riverside barbecue surrounded by nature. Along the way, you may even be lucky enough to spot orangutans or other wildlife in their natural habitat.

Information

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Duration: 7-8 hours

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Group size: minimum 1 people for the Caves & 2 for the BBQ

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Intensity level: easy

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Departure time: at 09:00 am

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What to Bring: your camera, comfortable walking shoes, swimsuit, flip flops or sandals, towel, mosquito repellent, sunscreen, toilet paper, 1 bottle of water

500,000 IDR – 25€ – 27$ per person*

Itinerary

JOURNEY TO THE BAT CAVE

After breakfast, your guide will pick you up from your guesthouse at around 9:00 AM. The adventure begins with a relaxing walk along the Bohorok River before passing through Bukit Lawang village and its local shops. Leaving the village behind, you’ll continue through rubber and palm oil plantations while your guide shares interesting stories about the local environment, tropical plants, and the surrounding wildlife.

EXPLORE THE HIDDEN CAVE

Arriving at the Bat Cave, you’ll receive a flashlight before stepping inside the impressive limestone cave system. Discover several chambers filled with beautiful stalactites and stalagmites while observing bats, swallows, spiders, and other fascinating cave creatures that call this place home. Your guide will explain the cave’s unique ecosystem throughout the exploration.

Please note: This activity is not recommended for guests with claustrophobia.

RELAX AT LANDAK RIVER

After leaving the cave, enjoy a short walk to the beautiful Landak River. Surrounded by lush greenery, this peaceful spot is perfect for taking a refreshing swim, relaxing by the riverside, or simply enjoying the tranquil atmosphere.

RIVERSIDE BBQ LUNCH

While you relax, your guide will prepare a delicious barbecue lunch featuring grilled chicken, fresh fish, rice, and seasonal tropical fruits. Vegetarian guests can enjoy a tasty grilled sweet potato meal instead. It’s the perfect opportunity to enjoy a homemade lunch surrounded by nature.

RETURN TO BUKIT LAWANG

After lunch and some time to unwind by the river, you’ll make your way back to Bukit Lawang, arriving at your guesthouse between 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM with wonderful memories of a unique adventure beyond the rainforest.

TOUR INFORMATION

Tour includes: bat cave entrance fee, licensed English-speaking guide, flashlight for cave exploration, freshly prepared riverside barbecue lunch, grilled chicken, fish, rice, and tropical fruits, vegetarian meal available upon request

Tour excludes: 1 bottle of water