To travel Timor-Leste is to experience the ultimate Timor-Leste adventure tour, from the country’s highest mountain peak to its most remote island paradise. This five-day four-nights journey takes you through the cool highlands of Maubisse, up to the sacred summit of Mount Ramelau for an unforgettable sunrise, across scenic coastal routes to the far eastern reaches of Lautém, and finally to the crystal waters of Jaco Island.
Discover ancient cave art dating back 42,000 years, meet the Fataluku people in remote villages, explore colonial-era pousadas, and swim off pristine white sand beaches. This comprehensive Timor tour showcases the incredible diversity of Timor-Leste’s landscapes, from alpine terrain and mountain farming communities to tropical coastlines and sacred islands. If you are looking for the best Jaco Island tour, this is your perfect Timor adventure.
Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport OR your accommodation in Dili
Eco Discovery was established in 2005. We are 100% Timorese owned and operated. We have helped thousands of guests explore our beautiful country of Timor-Leste.
We are a proud environmentally responsible company which aims to protect it, and help educate people on good preservation practices.
We support locally based community projects and businesses.
09:00 AM – Hotel pickup and departure for the highlands of Maubisse
☑️ Stop at Australian WWII Memorial in Dare, near Dili (Sparrow Force history)
☑️ Scenic mountain drive with views of Dili, Atauro Island, and Alor
☑️ 12:00 PM lunch in Aileu (lunch not included) and visit Dili Vanilli, a local vanilla farm
☑️ Explore historic Pousada Maubisse with 360° mountain views
☑️ Visit Maubisse local market and traditional cone-shaped thatched houses
☑️ 4:00 PM arrive at Hatu-Builiko (1,600m elevation), where we will ascend Mt Ramelau tomorrow
Evening – Dinner (not included) & Overnight at Ovalido Guesthouse
03:00 AM – Transfer to Sanctuary entrance
03:30 AM – Begin 2.5-hour trek to summit
☑️ 06:15 AM witness sunrise from Timor-Leste’s highest peak (2,963m)
☑️ Visit Our Lady of Assumption statue at summit
☑️ Views of both north and south coasts on clear days
☑️ 08:30 AM descend and return for breakfast
☑️ 10:30 AM depart for Dili via highland route
☑️ 2:00 PM lunch stop in Aileu (not included)
18:00 (6:00 PM) – Arrive back in Dili and overnight at Beachside Hotel
08:00 AM – Depart for scenic 6-hour coastal drive
☑️ Travel through Manatuto, Laleia, Vemasse, and Baucau
☑️ Lunch in Baucau, Timor-Leste’s second-largest city (not included)
☑️ Arrive at Com, a laid-back beach community
Evening – Check-in and relax | Overnight at Kati Guesthouse, Com
08:00 AM – Depart Com and continue our journey east towards Jaco Island
☑️ Drive along Lake Ira Lalaro, Timor-Leste’s largest seasonal lake (home to 300+ crocodiles)
☑️ 12:00 PM – Arrive Valu Beach, which is opposite Jaco Island
☑️ Afternoon: Visit Ili Kere-Kere rock art and Lene Hara Caves, discover 42,000-year-old archaeological sites
Evening – Dinner at guesthouse (not included) | Overnight at Lakumorre Guesthouse
09:00 AM – Board a boat to Jaco Island
☑️ Swim and snorkel in pristine waters off white sand beaches
☑️ Explore uninhabited 10km² sacred island (part of Nino Konis Santana National Park)
☑️ Return to Valu Beach and drive to Baucau
☑️ Explore Old Baucau and famous municipal swimming pool (Piscina de Baucau)
Evening – Overnight at Pousada Baucau
