AT#931 - Travel to Timor-Leste

2025-02-01

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Hear about travel to Timor-Leste as the Amateur Traveler talks to Jonty Crane about this small out of the way tropical country where he is doing volunteer work.Why should you go to Timor-Leste?Jonty says, "... Because nobody else goes if that's your thing. It was quite a shock when I went to Australia, and there were tourists. Whereas going around Timor, there's almost no tourists. So that's a bonus. And it has world-class snorkeling, world-class diving, world-class hiking."Jonty recommends an itinerary for Timor-Leste that spans approximately a week, balancing time in Dili, nearby islands,...

Hear about travel to Timor-Leste as the Amateur Traveler talks to Jonty Crane about this small out of the way tropical country where he is doing volunteer work.

Why should you go to Timor-Leste?

Jonty says, "... Because nobody else goes if that's your thing. It was quite a shock when I went to Australia, and there were tourists. Whereas going around Timor, there's almost no tourists. So that's a bonus. And it has world-class snorkeling, world-class diving, world-class hiking."

Jonty recommends an itinerary for Timor-Leste that spans approximately a week, balancing time in Dili, nearby islands, and exploring the mainland. Here's the suggested breakdown:

Day 1-2: Dili

Explore Dili City:
Visit Timorese Resistance Archive and Museum for an overview of the country's history.
Stop by Santa Cruz Cemetery, the site of the 1991 massacre.
Take a walk in Tasitolu, an area with three lakes, significant for bird watching and local culture.
Cristo Rei of Dili:
Hike up to the iconic 27-meter statue of Jesus Christ. Enjoy panoramic views of Dili and surrounding beaches.
Relax at nearby beaches like Cristo Rei Beach or Back Beach for snorkeling.
Dili Traditional Dishes: Try local cuisine at restaurants like Pro Ema or Dilicious Timor.