JUNGLE TREKKING

Pulau Tuangku is with its 11.500 hectares the biggest island of all. Most of this island is covered by virgin low land coastal jungle. Not many have seen the interior of this island.  For an adventurous jungle lover this island offers unique possibilities.

There are many kind of birds and snakes, even crocodiles, wild boars, monkeys, squirrels and mouse deer. There are probably endemic reptiles and maybe endemic race of the Red-breasted Parakeet. A sub-specie of the Hill Myna, called Beo Nias, is common on Pulau Tuangku and Pulau Bangkaru. 

 

The north and east coast have mangrove forest. Before tsunami it was intact and the trees extremely tall. Big areas died during tsunami, but it seems that they are coming back. There are several small rivers on the east and north coasts, big enough to enter with a canoe to see the flora and fauna. 

The west coast has several great jungle fringed beaches with nice waves. In the inland there are some hills and several caves. This gives the opportunity to combine jungle trekking in daytime and spending the nights on beaches. 

Haloban is the most suitable starting point for treks into the jungle. The few reports are lyrical. Just a few examples:

·         A walk along the north coast to the west and down south along the beaches can be recommended.

·         A nice day trek is up to the summit of Gunung Tiusa, 313m above sea level. Enjoy a great view over the archipelago.

·         One possible route is to walk from Haloban to Teluk Dalam were the original Haloban once were located.  Walk further and up the Asantola River as far as possible. Continue over the land to the west to the beautiful beach Pasir Panjang. There is a bat cave behind the beach. Walk along the beach to Teluk Limo where it is possible for a boat to pick you up, unless you trek back or further.

GREEN TUANGKU

Yayasan Pulau Banyak (YPB) has helped setting up a group of local trekking guides. They call themselves Green Tuangku. They have been trained by Mr. Jally from Rain Forest Lodges in Kedah. The training was financed by Mr. Siegfried Klein form Germany. YPB helps with equipment and promotion. The guides are not yet very good in English, but they are eager to learn and their enthusiasm is big. More training and English lessons are being planned. Their prices are therefore lower compared to other areas. 

 

Come trek with us! 

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