Exploring Timor-Leste
Bondia! Come explore Timor-Leste, one of the world's youngest and least-visited countries. From world-class snorkeling and diving to hiking through spectacular landscapes, this podcast uncovers the natural beauty and cultural richness of this remarkable country. Your host Jonty spent a year living in Timor-Leste, promoting the country on TikTok and YouTube, and published five books about it. Exploring Timor-Leste offers firsthand insights, expert interviews, and practical travel tips. Whether you're planning a trip or simply curious about a place few have seen, this podcast brings Timor-Leste to life in a way you won’t find anywhere else. #timorleste #easttimor #travelguide #travel #travels #traveladdict #adventure #traveltips #exploretheundiscovered
Episodes
Exploring the spectacular municipalities of Aileu and Ainaro.
More information on Aileu - https://exploringtimor.com/aileu/ and Ainaro - https://exploringtimor.com/ainaro/
Website - www.exploringtimor.com
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@exploringtimor
Test your knowledge of this fascinating country with this quiz about Timor-Leste
Website - www.exploringtimor.com
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@exploringtimor
Exploring the historic and beautiful municipality of Liquiçá.
More information on Liquiçá - https://exploringtimor.com/liquica/
Website - www.exploringtimor.com
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@exploringtimor
Fascinating conversation with Birgit Hermann, a German / New Zealander who has lived in Timor-Leste for a decade. She is a free diver and mountain biker who has worked extensively on marine protection and education.
Her website - www.birgithermann.com
Website - www.exploringtimor.com
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@exploringtimor
When most people think of Timor-Leste, safety is often a concern. That perception is rooted in the country's history of conflict and political unrest, especially surrounding its hard-won independence in 2002. But how accurate is that view today?
I spent a year living in Dili, the capital, and travelled extensively around the country. What I found was a peaceful, welcoming place — much safer than I had expected. That’s not to sa...
Exploring the beautiful tropical island of Atauro, one of the most idyllic places in Timor-Leste. Jonty shares tips on what to do and see, including Beloi, Vila, Makili, Akrema, Adara and Atecru
More information on Atauro Island - https://exploringtimor.com/atauroisland/
Website - www.exploringtimor.com
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@exploringtimor
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@ExploringTimorLeste
Books - https://www.amazon.com/d...
Exploring the remote enclave of Oé-Cusse, a little visited but beautiful part of Timor-Leste completely surrounded by Indonesian West-Timor
More information on Atauro Island - https://exploringtimor.com/oecusse/
Website - www.exploringtimor.com
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@exploringtimor
Exploring the municipality of Baucau, including Timor-Leste's second city, Baucau, and other places worth visiting including Venilale, Baguia, Laga, Vermasse and Gariuai.
More information on Baucau - https://exploringtimor.com/baucau/
Website - www.exploringtimor.com
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@exploringtimor
Your host, Jonty, talks about ten amazing hikes in Timor-Leste...
Horta Loop in Dili, 10km, 3 hrs, Easy - Timor-Leste’s best known day walk
Tasi Tolu Hills in Dili, 5.5km, 2-2.5 hrs, Moderate to Hard - Spectacular views of Dili from several lookouts, from Gruta de Nossa Senhora Maria Auxilliadora / Cave of Our Lady of Mount Golgotha
Tibar Coastal Walk in Dili, 13km, 3 hrs, Easy - Beautiful coastal walk to mangroves
Mt Ramelau / Tatamai...
Exploring Dili, the capital of Timor-Leste. Jonty shares some of his favourite places from a year spent living in Dili.
Website - www.exploringtimor.com
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@exploringtimor
Fascinating conversation with Alcino Da Silva, a Timorese entrepreneur, about his home country.
Website - www.exploringtimor.com
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@exploringtimor
Snorkelling, Diving and Swimming with Blue Whales in Timor-Leste.
Website - www.exploringtimor.com
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@exploringtimor
Introducing Timor-Leste and 10 incredible travel experiences you can have in one of the least visited countries in the world.
Website - www.exploringtimor.com
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@exploringtimor
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