Bat Cave Bukit Lawang
Gua Kelelawar
A limestone cave behind the rubber plantations south of the village. You must crawl and climb through it, and it houses many bats. A half-day round trip is enough.
The Bat Cave is about 30 to 40 minutes' walk from the village center, passing through rubber and oil palm plantations. Inside, several chambers and narrow passages require a flashlight or headlamp, and you will need to climb slippery rocks. Hiring a local guide is recommended. A small entrance fee is charged at the cave mouth. The light is dim and the floor is muddy, so wear non-slip shoes and bring a headlamp, and take care during the rainy season.
Opening hours
About 08:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Gunung Leuser National Park Jungle Trek (Bukit Lawang)
- Orangutan Feeding Platform (former)
- Bukit Lawang Village
- Bohorok River
- Landak River
- Tangkahan Elephant Camp