Ketambe, a small area in the middle of Gunung Leuser National Park, Aceh, is known as one of the main gateways to explore the natural richness of the Leuser ecosystem. With its extraordinary biodiversity, Ketambe offers a unique ecotourism experience, especially for nature lovers, researchers, and wildlife observers.
Ketambe is one of the best locations to see Sumatran orangutans (Pongo abelii) in their natural habitat. This dense rainforest is also home to other endemic species, such as Sumatran tigers, elephants, rhinos, and various types of birds. For birdwatchers, Ketambe is an ideal place to find typical tropical forest bird species, including some rare Sumatran endemic birds.
Unlike other locations that are more oriented towards mass tourism, Ketambe maintains a sustainable ecotourism approach. Visitors can do various activities such as:
Trekking in the Forest: The available trekking trails allow tourists to enjoy the natural beauty of the tropical forest and observe wildlife in their natural environment.
Wildlife Watching: Ketambe offers a rare opportunity to see wildlife up close without disturbing their habitat.
Natural Hot Springs: In addition to its rich flora and fauna, Ketambe also has natural hot springs that are often visited by tourists.
Nature Research: Ketambe is often used as a research site by scientists and conservationists from around the world, making it an important center for biodiversity studies.
Ketambe also plays an important role in forest and wildlife conservation efforts in Leuser. Many conservation activities involve local communities, including forest patrols to prevent poaching and encroachment. Through ecotourism, local communities gain economic benefits while also helping to preserve nature.
To reach Ketambe, visitors can travel overland from Banda Aceh, Medan, or Kutacane. As an ecotourism destination, it is important to follow local guidelines and maintain conservation ethics, such as not feeding wildlife, not littering, and minimizing impact on the environment.
Ketambe is a prime example of how tourism can go hand in hand with conservation. For those seeking an authentic, immersive and sustainable experience in the midst of wilderness, Ketambe is the perfect destination.
Thank you for reading my post, hopefully the information provided is useful for you. If you are interested in coming, you can contact LetsBirding Sumatra, Birding Tour for Conservation via email; [email protected].
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What a wonderful and charming place I bet it's a nice place for hiking 🥾🥾🥾
Yes, and you are hiking in the Sumatran Orangutan habitat.
Very nice picture my friend
Thank you very much👌🏻
A real gem for nature and biodiversity lovers!
Thank you very much 🙏🏻
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