Tour Itineraries

One Day In Pante Macassar

Whale Watching: Whale watching season in Oé-Cusse is usually from October to December. Start your day at a beachfront cafe bar in central Pante Macassar and enjoy a whale spotting experience or immerse yourself in the calmness and beauty of the sea and beaches that surround you.

Paddle Boarding: Explore the abundant marine life in the coral reefs of Pante Macassar by snorkeling. In this aquatic oasis, you will see numerous species of fish, sea turtles, reef sharks, and manta rays. The uncrowded beaches of Pante Macassar mean that these coral reefs will be yours to explore. Snorkel gear, kayaking and paddleboard can be rented at: Oé-Cusse Amasat (Mahata beach area): (+670) 7723 2351.

Sightseeing: Continue the day by visiting these historical sites of Pante Macassar: Korean Memorial, Colégio M. Missionárias, Dominicanas, Kumando, Church of Nossa Senhora do Rosário, Ruins of King’s Palace of Oé-Cusse, Chapel of Santo António Nispeno, Cave of Santo António Polsiba, Old Cemetery in Santa Rosa, Fatu-Suba, Lifau Monument, Social Center of N.S.D.F Padeae, Noefefan Bridge.

For Pante Macassar tour and prices contact one of the following tour guides: Nadia Oematan Heywood (+670) 78601765, Mario Oematan (+670) 75575273 and Jacob Fernandes (+670) 75626618

One Day In Fonte Sagrada

Hiking: Go for a half a day hike along a river through a tropical forest that ends with the stunning Fonte Sagrada waterfall. Find out what purposes the locals use the river for and what kind of cultural events and rituals are performed there.

Palm Weaving: Visit a palm weaving artisan group called Amsila and learn how to make your very own souvenir out of palm leaves.

Tais Weaving: See what kind of Tais are made in the Fonte Sagrada community and try out some of their traditional skirts with the women’s group Bertais Boboloa.

Traditional Pottery: Check out how traditional pottery is made by the women’s group Sanan Rai and test your pottery making skills.

For guided tours and prices in Fonte Sagrada area, please contact the local guide: Abelino Eli Tel:(+670) 75499617.

One Day In Oé-Silo

Hiking: Hike the 45-minute Pais Mountain Trail and enjoy the views over Timor-Leste and Indonesia. The Pais Mountain is an important location in the history of Oé-Silo community. This mountain was once embroiled in a a territorial dispute between Timor–Leste, and Indonesia, but now belongs to Timor-Leste. Today, this trail serves as an important pilgrimage site especially on Easter Friday when locals walk the path and perform animist rituals at the top.

Sightseeing – Mud Geysers: A landscape of boiling mud (known as Oe-Poto) awaits you in Oé-Cusse’s central highlands of Oé-Silo. Explore the geothermal landscape and see how it has shaped the surrounding areas today.

Cultural Heritage – Traditional House Uma Lulik: A truly memorable experience, visiting a traditional house in Oé-Silo allows you to learn how the language and culture have existed in harmony with nature for centuries. Visit an Uma Lulik and learn about the practices and rituals that take place there even today.

Refined Coconut Oil: Ask your local guide to take you to the Fatu Metan women’s group, located near the border with Indonesia. Here a group of women makes refined coconut oil using traditional methods.

For guided tours and prices in Oé-Silo area, please contact the local guide: Antonio Metan Tel:(+670) 75113458

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