Wildlifeof Sumatra
Wildlife in Ketambe Research Area
Aceh Tenggara
A long-running research station on the upper Alas River, and one of the best places in the world to watch truly wild, undisturbed orangutans — studied continuously since the 1970s. Ridge and river-valley trails through primary lowland and hill forest see far fewer visitors than Bukit Lawang, rewarding quiet, patient observation.
Highlights
- Wild (non-provisioned) orangutans studied since the 1970s
- Low visitor numbers and minimal disturbance
- Agile Gibbon and Siamang alongside Thomas's Langur
- Rich birding: trogons, broadbills and hornbills
Top wildlife targets
Trip reports from here
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Quick answers
- What wildlife can you see in Ketambe Research Area?
- Top wildlife targets in Ketambe Research Area include Sumatran Orangutan, Agile Gibbon, Siamang and Thomas's Langur. Highlights: Wild (non-provisioned) orangutans studied since the 1970s.
- Where is Ketambe Research Area?
- Ketambe Research Area is in Aceh Tenggara, Sumatra (about 3.69°, 97.67°).
- What are the highlights of Ketambe Research Area?
- Wild (non-provisioned) orangutans studied since the 1970s, Low visitor numbers and minimal disturbance, Agile Gibbon and Siamang alongside Thomas's Langur and Rich birding: trogons, broadbills and hornbills.
- Are there trip reports for Ketambe Research Area?
- Yes: Sumatra in 2015: Way Kambas and Gunung Leuser, a mammal-watching trip report.