Whale Trip to Timor Leste

Freedive Expedition to Timor Leste

Price: IDR 30.000.000 Duration: 9 days Location: Timor Leste, Dili, Atauro Island Upcoming dates: 22-30 NOVEMBER More dates upon request

Experience the untouched beauty of Timor Leste, a hidden gem in Southeast Asia that offers some of the most spectacular and diverse underwater environments in the region.

Timor-Leste, an independent nation sharing the island of Timor with Indonesia, is an emerging destination for adventurers and freedivers alike. One of the most iconic places here is Atauro Island, known for its crystal-clear waters, rich marine biodiversity, and unique cultural heritage.

Atauro Island is a true haven for marine life, with some of the world’s most pristine coral reefs and a high chance of encountering blue whales during the short season from September to December. If you’re looking for an off-the-beaten-path adventure with world-class freediving, this is the trip for you!

Atauro’s waters are home to over 300 species of coral and an abundance of marine life. The island’s reefs are teeming with life, offering stunning visuals for freedivers of all levels.

Timor Leste is not just about its underwater beauty; it’s also rich in culture and history. You’ll have the opportunity to explore the capital city, Dili, visit local markets, and learn about the country’s unique cultural heritage. Atauro Island itself is home to traditional fishing communities, where life moves at a slower pace, and the connection to the ocean is deeply rooted in daily life.

Timor Leste offers breathtaking landscapes, from rugged coastlines to lush mountains. The natural beauty of Atauro Island, with its untouched beaches and clear blue waters, provides the perfect setting for relaxation and exploration.

The trip includes daily freediving sessions at some of the best spots around Atauro Island. Whether you’re gliding along the vibrant coral reefs or exploring the deep blue in search of whales, each dive will be tailored to maximize your experience.

We will guide you throughout this adventure, sharing our passion for freediving and the incredible underwater world of Timor Leste. With our experience and knowledge of the region, we’ll ensure that your trip is safe, educational, and unforgettable!

Included in the trip

• 3 nights accommodation in a hotel in Dili
• 6 days \ 5 nights accommodation in the bungalows on Atauro Island with breakfast
• All fees for Marine Protected Area
• All transfers and tickets
• Rental of freediving equipment
• Whale Trips and boat trips around Atauro
• Freediving on the shipwreck near Dili

Excluded / additional costs

• Flights Denpasar – Dili – Denpasar (approximately 400$)
• Visa on arrival to Timor Leste (30$)
• Single room upgrade
• Food except breakfasts
• Travel insurance

Learn to freedive or gain more freediving experience with us on Nusa Penida before the trip!
We invite you to discover freediving if you have not tried it before and learn all the basics of freediving in our three-day course.
If you are already a certified freediver you can join us for training or take advanced freedive courses to be better prepared for this unique adventure.

Trip Schedule

Day 1

• Morning flight Denpasar – Dili
• Check-in to the hotel
• Excursion around Dili

Day 2

• Morning ferry to Atauro
• Check-in to the dive resort
• Fun diving on the home reef
• Meeting a beautiful sunset on the beach

Day 3-6

• During these days we plan to organize 2 boat trips to search for whales and 2 boat trips around Atauro island to freedive on the reef. The exact schedule will depend on the weather conditions and situations with whales

Day 7

• Afternoon ferry back to Dili
• Check-in to the hotel, rest

Day 8

• Trip to the shipwreck with the local
  freediving community

Day 9

• Flight back to Bali

Join us for a remarkable freediving and whale-watching expedition in the unexplored waters of Timor Leste! This trip isn’t just a dive; it’s an adventure into the heart of nature during the peak whale sighting season.

The group is very small and spots are limited – book yours today and dive into the majestic world of whales!

Booking and Payment

To book the trip we ask you to pay a deposit of IDR 10.000.000. This deposit is non-refundable unless the trip will be canceled from our side. The remaining payment can be made via PayPal, Wise, card or in cash (USD or IDR using the exchange rate on the day of payment).
Full payment is due 14 days before the start of the trip.

Cancellations and Refund

For cancellations by customers, a cancellation fee of IDR 10.000.000 applies. For cancellations 14 days before the start of the trip, we will refund payments above this amount.

Up to 14 days in advance of the start date Freedive Nusa will be able to cancel the trip. In this case, a full refund of all payments will be given to customers.

Itinerary changes

Sailing itineraries and daily programs are subject to change due to weather and sea conditions, availability of safe anchorage, government regulations, and other factors. Every effort will be made to carry out the program as planned. Program changes may take place during the cruise to take advantage of local cultural events, to adapt to sailing conditions, or in response to other factors. Only if the duration of the trip or event is adversely affected shall Freedive Nusa refund the difference between the agreed tour price and the services actually provided.

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