ACTIVITIES
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BEST THINGS TO DO IN TANGKAHAN
Tangkahan offers a variety of eco-friendly activities, such as trekking through lush jungle, tubing along crystal-clear rivers, or authentic cooking classes to learn traditional Sumatran dishes. All activities are led by professional guides who prioritise ethical, sustainable practices, ensuring a safe, responsible and culturally respectful experience.
Our Eco-Glamping team provide an authentic adventure while supporting conservation and local communities. We have a wide array of activities – the best things to do in Tangkahan include paid packages and free experiences to keep you busy during your stay.
FAMILY TREK
Embark on a jungle adventure to suit all ages. Our half-day family trek in Tangkahan is the perfect way to explore the wild without an arduous hike. In just 3-4 hours, you’ll follow the ancient elephant paths through lush, green jungle, encountering exotic sights and sounds along the way.
The trail leads you to the majestic Ficus tree – an awesome natural wonder that’s perfect for family photos.The family trek is the ideal choice for visitors looking for a short but exciting jungle adventure for the whole family.
◉ Schedule
- 8;30 am – leave site to begin trekking
- Wander through rubber plantations before crossing the suspension bridge to enter the protected Gunung Leuser National Park
- After 1-2 hours of walking in the jungle, take a rest break and enjoy delicious fresh tropical fruit prepared by our team
- During your trip, keep an eye out for orangutans, gibbons, hornbills, macaques and plenty of reptiles and insects
- After resting, continue another about 1 hour to the ancient ficus tree, following elephant trails.
- Rest and admire the tree – plenty of time for photo ops!
- Walk another easy 30 minutes to your final destination, the Buluh River.
- Enjoy a fantastic riverside lunch with a menu delicious local dishes and fresh fruit.
- After finishing lunch, you can explore the bamboo river or relax and/or go straight back to your accommodation (Optional)
♦︎ Top Highlights
- If you’re lucky, you can see wild animals such as orangutans, gibbons, long-tailed monkeys, hornbills and other animals.
- Learn about the many tree and plant species you pass in the rainforest on the way to the ancient ficus tree.
- If the ficus tree is fruiting, many animals will flock to the area to eat – keep an eye out for hornbills, orangutans and other species.
- Fantastic riverside lunch with a menu delicious local dishes and fresh fruit.
☞ What to Bring
- Water bottle and water (guides will bring extra water if you need a refill)
- Hat
- Sunblock
- Insect repellent
- Towel (you might want to swim in the beautiful Buluh River)
- Headlight
- Cameras or phones to capture photos or video
- Comfortable, light, non-slip shoes for trekking
✍︎ Need to Know
- Wearing long pants and long sleeves are a good idea to protect against insects and plants
- The trek takes 3-4 hours including rest stops
- The animals are wild, so we never guarantee that you’ll spot any particular, but we’ll do our best to show you the amazing flora and fauna living in the rainforest.
- Please let us know if you have any food allergies or dietary preferences when booking this tour.
$ Price
✓ What's Included
- Professional and ethical English-speaking guides to accompany you
- Entrance ticket to the National Park
- Porters
- Riverside Picnic Lunch
- Explore the beauty of Buluh river
FULL DAY TREK TO BAT CAVE
There’s more to the jungle than meets the eye… after you’ve explored the rainforest, let us take you underground to meet a beautiful bat colony and discover what else makes its home in the dark.
Squeeze through narrow passages and marvel at the cool interior of Tangkahan’s very own bat cave. We’ll carefully guide you through the labyrinth passages beneath the jungle to spot the adorable bat colony, random frogs, insects and other reptiles that call this place home.
The trek involves a few hours in the jungle before heading underground, then you[‘ll exit at a natural riverside hotspring for a relaxing soak .
◉ Schedule
- 8;30 am – leave site to begin trekking
- You will have a 5-10 minute walk to reach the border of the Gunung Leuser National Park
- Trek through the rainforest for about 2 hours before taking a break to enjoy delicious fresh tropical fruit prepared by our team
- During your trip you will be able to see wild animals such as Sumatran orangutans, gibbons, hornbills, long-tailed monkeys and other animals if you are lucky.
- After resting, continue another about 1 1/2 hours to the bat cave entrance
- Spend 20-30 minutes exploring the cave before emerging at the river
- After enjoying the cave, it’s time to go back trekking for about 15 minutes and have lunch on the river bank.
- After lunch, you are free, you can relax or swim in the natural hot springs just across the river.
- Lastly, what just might be the highlight of the day. Lie back on our tubing raft and head back home downriver on our jungle taxi.
♦︎ Top Highlights
- If you’re lucky, you can see wild animals such as orangutans, gibbons, long-tailed monkeys, hornbills and other animals.
- Learn about the many tree and plant species you pass in the rainforest
- Head deep into a caving system and meet the resident bat colony (keep an eye out for frogs, snakes, and some very cool insects.
- A beautiful lunch provided by our team on the river bank
- Soak in a natural riverside hotspring
- Return to the village via a glorious 30 minute river tubing experience
☞ What to Bring
- Water bottle and water (guides will bring extra water if you need a refill)
- Hat
- Sunblock
- Insect repellent
- A head lamp for caving
- Towel (you might want to swim in the beautiful Buluh River)
- Cameras or phones to capture photos or video
- Comfortable, light, non-slip shoes for trekking
✍︎ Need to Know
- Wearing long pants and long sleeves are a good idea to protect against insects and plants
- The trek takes 4-5 hours including rest stops
- The animals are wild, so we never guarantee that you’ll spot any particular, but we’ll do our best to show you the amazing flora and fauna living in the rainforest.
- Please let us know if you have any food allergies or dietary preferences when booking this tour
- The caving experience includes potentially dangerous terrain such as slippery surfaces, deep caverns and a few tight squeezes. It is not suitable for young children or people with mobility issues or a fear of enclosed spaces.
$ Price
✓ What's Included
- Professional and ethical English-speaking guides to accompany you
- Entrance ticket to the National Park
- Porters
- Riverside Picnic Lunch
- River tubing experience
JUNGLE TREK + MEET THE ELEPHANTS
Spend the day experiencing the jungle as a human before joining with our incredible rescue elephants and seeing it through their eyes. This trek is ideal for guests who don’t have much time to spare but want to see as much as the jungle as possible.
◉ Schedule
- 8;30am – leave site to begin trekking
- You will have a 5-10 minute walk to reach the border of the Gunung Leuser National Park
- You will have an uphill trek up Mount Leuser for around 15 minutes – the slope is moderate and we will take it slow.
- After the climb, it’s time for a flatter route as we continue hiking in search of wild animals such as orangutans, gibbons, long-tailed monkeys, hornbills and other animals
- Trek through the rainforest for about 1 hour before taking a break to enjoy delicious fresh tropical fruit prepared by our team
- After a decent break, we’ll continue trekking to meet up with the elephants of the Sumatran Rescue centre.
- Witness the elephants as they wander through their natural habitat
- You will spend up to 30 minutes near by elephants.
- After you are ready with elephants, you will continue trekking towards the ficus tree for about 30 minutes.
- After finishing at the Vicus tree, you will exit the forest and stop at the Bulu River for lunch which is ready to be served to you.
- After lunch and explore Buluh river (optional) , you will walk home across the bridge or getek.
♦︎ Top Highlights
- If you’re lucky, you can see wild animals such as orangutans, gibbons, long-tailed monkeys, hornbills and other animals.
- Learn about the many tree and plant species you pass in the rainforest
- Meet our beautiful rescue elephants as you watch and learn about how they live in the wild.
- A delicious lunch provided by our team on the river bank
- The beauty of the Buluh river
☞ What to Bring
- Water bottle and water (guides will bring extra water if you need a refill)
- Hat
- Sunblock
- Insect repellent
- Towel (you might want to swim in the lovely Buluh River)
- Cameras or phones to capture photos or video
- Comfortable, light, non-slip shoes for trekking
- Headlight
✍︎ Need to Know
- Wearing long pants and long sleeves are a good idea to protect against insects and plants
- The trail is moderately easy with a few ups and downs but not overly steep
- The animals of the rainforest are wild, so we never guarantee that you’ll spot any particular, but we’ll do our best to show you the amazing flora and fauna living in the area.
- Please do not touch or approach the elephants without direction or permission from the elephant handlers
- Please let us know if you have any food allergies or dietary preferences when booking this tour
$ Price
IDR 1.000.000 / Person
✓ What's Included
- Professional and ethical English-speaking guides to accompany you
- Experienced mahouts (elephant handlers) to guide the elephants
- Entrance ticket to the National Park
- Porters
- Riverside Picnic Lunch
- Explore the beauty of Buluh River
ELEPHANTS WASHING
Have you always wanted to get up close and personal with the beautiful gentle giants of the jungle? This is your opportunity!
Join Tangkahan’s rescue elephant herd as they splash around in the crystal clear jungle river. Under the watchful guidance of their personal mahouts, each elephant gets to swim in the river and lie back and relax while you give them a luxurious scrub.
While ethical elephant tourism is a complex issue, responsible interactions help sustain their welfare and support local conservation efforts.
With about 1 hour long, elephant washing at Tangkahan is a unique opportunity to observe and connect with these incredible animals while contributing to their ongoing care. We encourage mindful participation, respecting the elephants’ well-being above all else.
♦︎ Top Highlights
- You will be accompanied by your guide and the mahouts (elephant handlers).
- There are a total of 9 elephants, who usually enter the river under the careful guidance of their mahouts.
- You have the opportunity to use a brush provided to scrub the elephants as they lie in the river.
- You can feed the elephants, but it MUST BE FRUIT PROVIDED BY THE MAHOUTS
☞ What to Bring
- Wear clothes you’re comfortable getting wet in – a bathing suit or shorts and t-shirt.
- Bring a towel to dry off afterwards
- Sunblock
- Your camera or phone for photos
$ Price
IDR 600.000/Person.
Everything written above is included
✍︎ Need to Know
- Elephant washing is available twice daily, at 9am and 4pm.
- This activity is not open on Fridays
- The experience lasts around 45 minutes
- Please don’t touch the elephants unless permitted by the elephant handlers
- Please don’t feed the elephants unless directed to by the elephant handlers
WALKING WITH ELEPHANTS + WASHING
Join our elephant herd for a refreshing morning mandi (bath) in the river. You’ll get to hang out with them in their natural environment and have the opportunity to get hands on as they enjoy the water.
After about 40 minutes of bathing the elephants, it’s time for trekking following the elephants in the wild. This activity is one of the most popular activities for every guest
◉ Schedule
- 8:30 Enjoy an easy 10-minutes scroll through community gardens as we head to meet the elephants at the Batang River.
- 9:00 Join the elephants for a morning wash in the clear jungle river. This will take around 40 minutes.
- After you finish playing with the elephants, you will go straight to the Leuser National Park to walk with the elephants and see them in their natural habitat.
- Here you will be guided by a guide and mahout while walking with the elephants.
- You will spend about 1-2 hours walking with the elephants.
- During the trip you can feed the elephants but PLEASE NOTE only the food provided by the mahout (elephant handler)
- After finishing walking the elephants, you can relax or explore the Buluh River
♦︎ Top Highlights
- Bathe in the river with our 9 rescue elephants (including 3 boisterous babies)
- There is a time to feed the elephants after you have finished bathing them (only food is provided by the mahout)
- Walking with elephants in the jungle
- If you are lucky, you can meet wild animals while walking with elephants, such as orangutans, pigs, monkeys and other wild animals.
- Explore Lau Buluh (the Buluh River)
- Bathe under a small waterfall and soak in a natural hot spring
☞ What to Bring
- Hat
- Sandals or non-slip, waterproof shoes
- Towel
- Sunblock
- Insect Repellent
- Camera
- Dry bag
- Water
- Headlight
✍︎ Need to Know
- Elephant activities are not open on Fridays
- Please do not approach or touch the elephants unless the handler gives you permission
- You can choose to bathe one of the elephants with a brush or simply swim in the river and observe
- Please do not feed the elelphants unless instructed to
- There will likely be other guests present at the washing session
- Bring non-slip sandals or similar to protect your feet against hard rocks when walking in the water
- Please let us know when booking if you have any allergies or dietary requirements
$ Price
IDR 1.000.000/person.
✓ What's Included
- Entrance ticket to Leuser National Park
- Professional and ethical English-speaking guides to accompany you
- Experienced mahouts (elephant handlers) to guide the elephants
- Elephant bathing and walking experience
1 NIGHTS WILD ELEPHANTS CAMPING
Spending a night camping in Tangkahan’s untouched jungle is an absolute MUST! As you explore the dense rainforest, keep your eyes open for majestic WILD ELEPHANTS and playful ORANGUTANS swinging between the trees.
Under the starlit sky, surrounded by the sounds of nature, you’ll experience the jungle in its purest form—a truly unforgettable adventure!
◉ Schedule
- 10 am Depart our place and cross the river in front of the restaurant to enter the National park
- Hike through the jungle for 2-3 hours before stopping for a jungle picnic lunch
- If you’re lucky, you can see wild animals such as orangutans, gibbons, long-tailed monkeys, hornbills and other animals.
- Learn about the many tree and plant species you pass in the rainforest
- Trek for a further 2 hours to reach our camping spot, the cozy little Goat Cave
- Rest and refresh while our team cook you a fantastic meal
- Eat dinner at the cave entrance – you will be served a variety of local dishes and fresh fruit
- After dinner, feel free to hang out with the team, playing cards and chatting, go for a short night trek, or head off to sleep in your comfortable little tent set up inside the cave.
- 8-9am Fuel up with a delicious breakfast of pancakes, omelettes, fried noodles or rice (and of course, the freshest, yummiest fruit)!
- After breakfast, we’ll trek for 3-4 hours to the territory where wild elephants are usually found
- Pause for a break while our experienced team assess the location and mood of the wild herd and plan the best place to see them from a safe and respectful distance
- After observing the elephants, it’s time for lunch, and a short trek back to our jeep pickup area for the 1-hour journey home.
♦︎ Top Highlights
- 99.99 % you will find wild orangutans and wild elephants and other wild animals
- Sleep in the old “Goat Cave” in the middle of the jungle.
- In wet season, there is a small waterfall right above the cave
- Hopefully, observe wild elephants in their natural habitat in an ethical way
- Learn about the history of illegal logging in the area as we pass enormous old fallen trees during the trek
- The adventure of night trekking to see nocturnal animals like fireflies, civets, glowing fungus and other reptiles and insects.
☞ What to Bring
- Water bottle and water (guides will provide extra water for the entire journey
- Hat
- A change of clothes for the next day
- Toilet paper
- Sunblock
- Insect repellent
- Head lamp or flashlight
- Towel
- Cameras or phones to capture photos or video
- Comfortable, light, non-slip shoes for trekking
- Rainforest friendly soap or shampoo if needed
✍︎ Need to Know
- Please understand that while we will do our best to locate the wild elephant herd, there is a chance that we don’t find them or that it’s not safe or appropriate to view them – no guarantees!
- Wearing long pants and long sleeves are a good idea to protect against insects and plants
- The full-day trek takes 5-6 hours including rest stops
- The animals are wild, so we never guarantee that you’ll spot any particular, but we’ll do our best to show you the amazing flora and fauna living in the rainforest.
- You will sleep in small tents with blow up mattresses
- 1 tent sleeps 2 adults maximum
- Please let us know if you have any food allergies or dietary preferences when booking this tour.
$ Price
✓ What's Included
- 2 nights stay at Tangkahan Eco Glamping
- 1 night stay at the Goat Cave Camp
- 3 Breakfasts and 2 Dinners at Tangkahan Eco Glamping
- 1 Breakfast, 2 Lunches and 1 Dinner in the Jungle (plus snacks)
- Professional and ethical English-speaking guides to accompany you
- Entrance ticket to the National Park
- Porters
- Jeep ride back to accommodation
2 NIGHTS WILD ELEPHANTS + ORANGUTAN CAMPING
Unleash your inner adventurer with an extended 3-day, 2-night trek deeper into the National Park. This extra time allows us to immerse even deeper into the rainforest and increases your chance of seeing a huge array of wildlife.
Sleep beneath the living canopy of the rainforest for 2 glorious nights, and explore less-visited areas of the jungle with our amazing team for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
◉ Schedule
- 10 am Depart our place and cross the river in front of the restaurant to enter the National park
- Hike through the jungle for 2-3 hours before stopping for a jungle picnic lunch
- Keep on eye to see wild animals such as orangutans, gibbons, long-tailed monkeys, hornbills and other animals.
- Learn about the many tree and plant species you pass in the rainforest
- Trek for a further 2 hours to reach the “goa” (the bat cave). Here, you’ll enter inside the cave to view the large colony of bats that call it home (and maybe discover a few other creatures living in the dark)!
- After the bat cave, it’s just a 30 minute walk to reach our first camping spot, called “Sekucip.” This is where you’ll find one of the true Tangkahan icons – a natural hot spring tucked into the side of the river.
- Soak your tired feet in the hot spring, swim and relax while our team prepare a fantastic meal for you – you will be served a variety of local dishes and fresh fruit
- After dinner, feel free to hang out with the team, playing cards and chatting, go for a short night trek, or head off to sleep in your comfortable little tent setup.
- Day 2 in the jungle;
- 8-9am Fuel up with a delicious jungle breakfast of pancakes, omelettes, fried noodles or rice (and of course, the freshest, yummiest fruit)!
- Once you’re ready, we’ll cross the river and head back into the jungle for 2 hours of discovery and adventure.
- We’ll pass ancient buffalo routes, were loggers dragged enormous felled trees out of the rainforest. You can still see these old pathways and view some of the large pieces of wood left behind.
- We’ll pause for a typically delicious jungle lunch amid the forest, before continuing our rainforest expedition in search of orangutans, gibbons, hornbills and more.
- In the afternoon, we’ll arrive at Goa Kambing – the “Goat Cave” (don’t worry, there are no actual goats here these days!)
- Here, you can rest and relax while our amazing team sets up your tents and cooks you a fantastic meal.
- After dinner you have the option to do a short night trek, or relax and enjoy the vibes with our team.
- Spend the night tucked up in your tent inside the Goat Cave.
- Day 3 in the jungle;
- 8-9am Fuel up with a delicious breakfast of pancakes, omelettes, fried noodles or rice (and of course, the freshest, yummiest fruit)!
- After breakfast, we’ll trek for 3-4 hours to the territory where wild elephants are usually found
- Pause for a break while our experienced team assess the location and mood of the wild herd and plan the best place to see them from a safe and respectful distance
- After observing the elephants, it’s time for lunch, and a short trek back to our jeep pickup area for the 1-hour journey home.
♦︎ Top Highlights
- 3 Days in the jungle increases your chances of seeing wild orangutans and other, shyer species (but of course, they are wild animals, so there are no guarantees).
- Visit the bat cave and see the bat colony
- Relax in a natural hot spring and camp next to the river
- Sleep in the old “Goat Cave” in the middle of the jungle – during rainy season, there is even a small waterfall next to the cave
- Hopefully, observe wild elephants in their natural habitat in an ethical way
- Learn about the history of illegal logging in the area as we pass enormous old fallen trees during the trek
- The adventure of night trekking to see nocturnal animals like fireflies, civets, glowing fungus and other reptiles and insects.
☞ What to Bring
- Water bottle and water (guides will provide extra water for the entire journey
- Hat
- A change of clothes for the next day (we recommend packing at least two extra tshirts/shirts to feel comfy – clothes take forever to dry in the rainforest!
- Toilet paper
- Sunblock
- Insect repellent
- Head lamp or flashlight
- Towel
- Cameras or phones to capture photos or video
- Comfortable, light, non-slip shoes for trekking
- Rainforest friendly soap or shampoo if needed
✍︎ Need to Know
- Please understand that while we will do our best to locate the wild elephant herd, there is a chance that we won’t find them or that it’s not safe or appropriate to view them – no guarantees!
- Wearing long pants and long sleeves are a good idea to protect against insects and plants
- The full-day treks take around 5-6 hours, including rest stops
- The animals are wild, so we never guarantee that you’ll spot any particular, but we’ll do our best to show you the amazing flora and fauna living in the rainforest.
- You will sleep in small tents with blow up mattresses
- 1 tent sleeps 2 adults maximum
- Please let us know if you have any food allergies or dietary preferences when booking this tour.
$ Price
✓ What's Included
- 2 nights jungle camp
- 2 Breakfast, 3 Lunches and 2 Dinners in the Jungle (plus snacks)
- Professional and ethical English-speaking guides to accompany you
- Entrance ticket to the National Park
- Porters
- Jeep ride back to accommodation
TUBING TO 7 ISLAND
Tubing from Tangkahan Eco Glamping to Pulau Tujuh (Seven Island) is one of the most popular water activities in the area, loved by visitors of all ages. The leisurely float down the river, surrounded by lush jungle and breathtaking landscapes, offers an unforgettable experience.
Keep an eye out for cheeky monkeys on the riverbank, emerald green snakes curled high in the branches above, and graceful monitor lizards cutting through the water.
Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned adventurer, tubing is the perfect way to enjoy nature and have fun with friends and family. It’s a safe, relaxing and exhilarating day trip that suits everyone, making it a must-do when visiting Tangkahan.
♦︎ Top Highlights
- You will be accompanied by professional guide(s) during the trip
- Tubing down from Batang to Buluh Rivers, you’ll visit the small waterfall, hot spring, Butterfly Beach, and Memory Waterfall
- Enjoy a beautifully presented picnic lunch at Memory waterfall, complete with flowers and fresh local food.
- Finish your trip at the pretty “Seven Islands,” where the beach is filled with natural sand and pebbles.
- Enjoy a fun jeep right back to your accommodation.
☞ What to Bring
- Hat
- Sunblock
- Dry bag
- Anti-sleep sandals or reef shoes
- Comfortable clothes for swimming
- Insect repellent
- Camera
$ Price
IDR 450.000 / PERSON.
Everything written above is included
✍︎ Need to Know
- Tipping your guide is optional. There is no expectation, but feel free to offer a tip if you’re happy with your experience.
- If you are vegetarian or have other dietary requirements, let us know ahead of time so we can prepare the perfect meal for you.
- Life jackets will be provided on request
TRADITIONAL COOKING CLASS
Take a delicious dive into local flavours with a traditional cooking class in our stunning open-air restaurant.
You’ll learn to prepare rich, aromatic chicken rendang – a slow cooked dish with tender meat in a fragrant coconut curry.
Plus, you’ll get hands-on with umbut – a traditional treat made from the heart of a palm tree – and pineapple pajri, a delicious dish made with fresh pineapple from the garden and in a sauce with fresh coconut milk
It’s a fun, flavorful experience that you’ll be able to replicate when you’re back home and relive the incredible Tangkahan Eco Glamping experience.
♦︎ Top Highlights
- Learn traditional preparation techniques that the local people have used for centuries.
- Identify and use fresh, local ingredients
- Enjoy the fruits of your labours as you eat your mouth-watering dishes overlooking the jungle.
$ Price
IDR 300.000/ person Minimun 2 person
✍︎Need to Know
- If you don’t eat meat, please let us know – we can easily replace meat dishes with tofu, tempe, or other vegetarian options
- Let us know your level of spice tolerance! Indonesian food is hot and spicy, but we can adjust it to suit your comfort levels.
- Please advise us ahead of time if you have any food allergies
FREE THINGS TO DO IN TANGKAHAN
Of course, some of the very best things to do in Tangkahan are priceless – but totally free of charge!
Check out our free Tangkahan activities below.
FISHING AT LAU BULUH WATERFALL
Fishing at Lau Buluh Waterfall
Fishing in Tangkahan is hands down one of the best free things you can do! Picture this: casting your line into crystal-clear rivers surrounded by lush jungle, with nothing but the sounds of nature and the occasional splash of a fish to keep you company.
It’s the perfect way to chill out and enjoy the wild beauty of North Sumatra.
And the best part? It costs absolutely nothing! So grab a rod, kick back, and reel in a little peace and quiet—it’s an unforgettable, wallet-friendly adventure you won’t want to miss.
♦︎ Top Highlights
- Slow down and take in the sights and sounds of the jungle
- You can take the fish back to our accommodation to cook
- All fishing equipment is provided by us
- Our team can accompany you to help you find the best spots
- You can even go for a swim (once you’re ready to disturb the fish)
- Spot wild animals like monkeys as you relax
$ Price
FREE
✍︎ Need to Know
- Not a fan of fishing? No problem! Take a book or just your camera, go sit by the river and soak up the jungle vibes.
- Bring your sun block, a hat and insect repellent
- We recommend bringing along one of our team members to help you find the best spot (they love fishing too, so they’d appreciate the invitation).
- If you choose to fish without a team member, make sure you return to our accommodation if it looks like rain
- Our team will be able to accompany you if needed.
EXPLORE THE COMMUNITY GARDENS
Explore The Community Gardens
Wandering around our gardens and the nearby community gardens is like entering a hidden paradise! The air smells of sweet durian, tangy lemons and fresh earth. Durian trees tower overhead, while citrus trees add a zesty kick to the breeze.
And it’s not just a food forest you’ll discover: often the gardens attract other peckish species – keep an eye out for primates, birds, squirrels and more as you explore.
♦︎ Top Highlight
- Learn about the trees we grow around our place, such as durian, rubber trees and more.
- If you’re lucky, you can find long-tailed macaques, Thomas Leaf monkeys, and sometimes even orangutans in the area.
$ Price
FREE
✍︎ Need to Know
- To get more insight into local life, bring a team member along with you for guidance and some great stories.
- Don’t forget the mosquito repellent!
- Our team will be able to accompany you if needed.
Join us for more incredible free things to do in Tangkahan
There are many more free, fun things that you can do in Tangkahan, such as visiting the 2 nearby villages of Kuala Buluh and Kuala Gemoh. In these two quaint local villages, you can see the houses abd learn what local life is like in rural Sumatra.
You can also become a volunteer at the Tangkahan English Club (TEC), helping the children practise their English skills. Our community fundraised to build this school to provide a free resource for children to learn English, helping their future career prospects.
If you want to bring small gifts such as books, pens and other school equipment (or monetary donations to help fund our school), we really appreciate it.
One of the best free things to do in Tangkahan is to head down to the soccer field and watch – or join in – the daily soccer match.
