NATIONAL PARK CONSERVATION

Berbak National Park

Explore the untouched beauty of Berbak National Park, Sumatra's largest peat swamp forest, home to the endangered Sumatran tiger, tapirs, and rare migratory birds - a true haven for wildlife and nature lovers!
Located in Jambi Province, Sumatra, Indonesia
  • 162.700 Ha
  • Sumatran Tiger, Malayan Tapir, Sumatran Rhinoceros, Chinese Egret, Lesser Adjutant, White-winged Duck, Northern River Terrapin, Saltwater Crocodile, Sumatra Barb, Johannesteijsmannia, Loranthaceae

Understanding The Carbon Catchment Area

Renowned for its extraordinary biodiversity, Berbak National Park is a vast expanse of swamps, rivers, and dense peat swamp forests, making it one of the world's most significant carbon sinks. The park's highly acidic, humus-rich soil is formed by the decomposition of wood, leaves, bark, and roots, creating a unique ecosystem that remains flooded year-round. This constant inundation helps preserve massive carbon deposits while supporting diverse wildlife, including Sumatran tigers, tapirs, and rare migratory birds.

Surrounded by towering trees, winding rivers, and serene wetlands, Berbak National Park is a vital carbon sink and ecological treasure. This untouched landscape offers a peaceful retreat, where visitors can explore blackwater rivers, peat forests, and one of Southeast Asia's last great wetland reserves.

Beyond its ecological wonders, Berbak National Park invites adventurers and nature lovers alike to experience its beauty firsthand. Take a boat ride through its secluded waterways, trek through lush jungle trails, or unwind under the Sumatran sun as you listen to the harmonious sounds of wind, water, and wildlife. Whether seeking wildlife encounters, adventure, or peaceful solitude, Berbak National Park offers an unparalleled escape into one of the planet's most significant natural landscapes.

Unique Features

  • Berbak National Park protects Sumatra's most extensive and undisturbed peat swamp forest, a critical ecosystem for carbon storage and climate regulation.
  • Unlike most wetlands, Berbak remains flooded throughout the year, creating an environment rich in humus, acidic soil, and biodiversity, making it one of the world's most efficient natural carbon sinks.
  • Home to Sumatran tigers, Malayan tapirs, sun bears, and rare migratory birds, Berbak serves as a critical sanctuary for endangered species in Southeast Asia.
  • The park's blackwater rivers, such as Air Hitam Laut and Sungai Nipah, are rich in organic tannins, giving the water its dark hue while supporting a diverse wetland ecosystem.

Things To Do

In Berbak National Park, visitors can embark on a boat expedition along its mysterious blackwater rivers, gliding through dense peat swamp forests while spotting Sumatran tigers, Malayan tapirs, and rare migratory birds. Birdwatching enthusiasts can marvel at the park's diverse avian life, including the endangered Storm's stork and white-winged wood duck. Adventure seekers can trek through the humid jungle trails, exploring the year-round flooded landscape and its rich biodiversity. For a peaceful retreat, visitors can relax by the riverbanks, soaking in the tranquil surroundings of one of Southeast Asia's last great wetland reserves, making Berbak National Park a perfect destination for wildlife lovers, eco-travelers, and nature enthusiasts.
  • Location & How To Get There

    • Maret - November
      • Jakarta - Jambi: 1 hour by plane
        Jambi - Suak Kandis: 1 hour 30 minute driving
        Suak Kandis - Air Hitam Dalam: 30 minute by speedboat
      • Jambi - Air Hitam Dalam: 2 hour 30 minute by speedboat
      • Jambi - Suak Kandis: 1 hour 30 minute driving
        Suak Kandis - Nipah Panjang: 1 hour 30 minute by speedboat
        Nipah Panjang - Air Hitam Laut: 2 hour by speedboat
      • Jambi - Nipah Panjang - Air Hitam Laut: 5-8 hour by speedboat
        Air Hitam Laut - Sei Cemara: 1 hour by motorbike
  • Contact Park

    • Berbak National Park
      Jl. Yos Sudarso Km. 4 PO Box 122, Sejinjang, East Jambi

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