Timor-Leste Overview

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      USD $3,043
      CAD $2,885
      AUD $2,796
      EUR €2,120
      GBP £1,772
      NZD $3,587
      ZAR R23,183
      CHF FR2,622
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Trip Validity

  • 2013-01-01 - 2013-12-31

Explore Timor-Leste on the least travelled road in Asia

Travel into a land relatively untouched by tourism, and one of the world's newest democracies, Timor-Leste. We climb mountains, explore villages, enjoy some holiday time on secluded beaches and cross into the Wetar Strait for a privileged view of the sights and sounds hidden in this emerging nation. With an emphasis on local communities, there will be ample opportunities to share in the lives of the locals and contribute to rebuilding efforts.

  • Browse colourful markets in Dili
  • Hike up Timor-Leste's highest mountain
  • Discover war hideouts in Venilale
  • Cross the Wetar Strait for an island getaway
  • Support a community project on Atauro Island

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Timor-Leste Summary

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Days 1-2 Dili

Parts of Dili are still being rebuilt but Timor-Leste's fascinating capital has come a long way since 1999 and continues to develop its own unique identity.

Days 3-4 Maubisse/Hato Builiko

The area surrounding scenic mountain town of Maubisse has great views, cool mountain air and fertile soil. The small village of Hato Builiko hosts a wonderful market where colourful residents from the surrounding area selling and trade their wares.

Days 5-6 Suai

The district capital of Cova Lima, Suai is renowned for traditional crafts (particularly cloth weaving), agriculture and soccer.

Day 7 Dili

Located in the north-west of Timor-Leste, Dili is quite small, sandwiched between steep hills on the southern and eastern sides and Dili Harbour to the north.

Days 8-9 Atauro Island

Atauro Island is home to some of the best coral reefs in the world and the breeding grounds for hundreds of species of fish fringe the island.

Days 10-11 Baucau

The second largest town in Timor-Leste, Baucau has many remnants of Portuguese administration and the more recent Indonesian occupation in the form of large houses, churches and other public buildings.

Days 12-13 Los Palos

Los Palos receives high rainfall so it's tropical and lush, though if there has been heavy rain it can be difficult to access.

Days 14-15 Dili

Dili's busy and colourful markets are wonderful places to explore and the Xanana Gusmao Reading Room offers plenty of resources on Timor-Leste's history and culture.

What's included in this trip

  • Start:

    Dili, Timor-Leste
  • Finish:

    Dili, Timor-Leste
  • Group size:

    Min 4 , Max 12
  • Ages:

    Min 12
  • Meals:

    8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
  • Accommodation:

    Bungalow (2 nts), Guesthouse (6 nts), Hotel (6 nts)
  • Transport:

    4x4, Boat
  • Included activities:

    Boat to Atauro Island, City tour, Mt Ramelau climb, Outrigger hire

  • Carbon emissions offset:

    457kg pp per trip
  • Total price from

    USD $3,043
    CAD $2,885
    AUD $2,796
    EUR €2,120
    GBP £1,772
    NZD $3,587
    ZAR R23,183
    CHF FR2,622
    *
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  • Per day from:

    USD $202
    CAD $192
    AUD $186
    EUR €141
    GBP £118
    NZD $239
    ZAR R1,545
    CHF FR174
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About Timor-Leste

    • 15
    • TPST
    • 4.65 out of 5
    • Total price tool tip
      USD $3,043
      CAD $2,885
      AUD $2,796
      EUR €2,120
      GBP £1,772
      NZD $3,587
      ZAR R23,183
      CHF FR2,622
      *
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    • Explorer
    • Original
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