About Taman Nasional Siberut
Taman Nasional Siberut is a national park covering 190,500 hectares on Siberut Island in the Mentawai Islands Regency, West Sumatra. Established in 1992, it protects one of the most biodiverse tropical rainforests in Indonesia. It is notable for its high endemism, including four endemic primate species, and for being home to the indigenous Mentawai people and their traditional culture.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect dense primary lowland tropical rainforest with limited infrastructure. Exploration is by guided jungle trekking, river boating by canoe, and visits to traditional Mentawai Uma longhouses. Wildlife sightings may include endemic primates such as Kloss's gibbon, Mentawai macaque, Siberut langur and pig-tailed langur, plus diverse birds. Accommodation is basic homestays or camping, and all visits require a guide and permit.
Key highlights
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190,500-hectare protected tropical rainforest on Siberut Island
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Four endemic primate species including Kloss's gibbon and Mentawai macaque
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Part of the Siberut Island Biosphere Reserve
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Traditional culture of the Mentawai people including Uma longhouses and tattoo traditions
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Pristine rivers, primary forest and high biodiversity with many endemic flora and fauna