Timor-Leste - adventure riding tour

Come explore one of the worlds unexplored beautiful places, Timor-Leste. Our Timor adventure has beautiful riding with epic mountains & scenery. We are partnered up with local guides who provide the most authentic experience possible stopping in villages and immersing us into their world with their amazing stories.

Description

Tour - 5 days & 4 nights, 3 full days of riding - ( travel days are the days either side of riding days )

Riders - 10 max

Accomadation - various hotels 

Timor-Leste tour footage -  https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvfmuhlXQJSB-488llnI1VTzcs9FjmCxn&si=gwz8cEBSS6WTneLl

Bikes -

Great range of smaller seat height 150 - 200cc style trail bikes that can conquer all trails with ease, they are not the shiniest but they are the heart and soul of this adventure. 

The Riding -

Timor is a hidden gem, boasting a rich tapestry of cultures waiting to be discovered. Anas, our guide in Timor will help us immerse into local traditions, witness age-old rituals, and connect with warm-hearted locals who are eager to share their heritage with you, brush up on your Tetum the local language to really make an impact when communicating with the Timorese people.

Timor-Leste is a rugged journey, on bikes with a rugged charm that adds character to your experience, making every bump and scrape a part of your adventure story. Embrace the spirit of adventure and relish in the authentic, unfiltered experience of Timor.

Our guides are passionate about Timor and will lead you to the most hidden and enchanting spots, sharing their insights and stories along the way.

Our guides go above and beyond ensuring you have genuine interactions with the locals, giving you a true taste of Timor's culture.

We keep our groups small to provide a personalized experience and foster a sense of camaraderie among fellow adventurers.

Timor's unexplored charm and the unique imperfection of our bikes guarantee you an adventure that will stay with you forever.

Accompanied by one of the highly Qualified Training & Adventure co. guides to ensure the most incredible experience during Timor Bali Adventure. I can't wait to get back to explore Timor again.

 

Payment -

Pay total cost upfront or 20% Deposit to secure your spot on the tour and help create the minimum numbers for the tour to go ahead. the earlier the better. Deposits or full payments need to be payed no later then: 6 weeks before tour dates - After 5 weeks before tour dates your deposits also become non-refundable as this is when we will confirm the tour is 100% going ahead. If minimum numbers for the tour to go ahead  are not met 5 weeks before tour date, any payments will be refunded in full, if the tour is confirmed as going a head and you choose not to go, refunds will be in accordance with our refund policies.

If you have only payed a deposit, the 80% of the cost still owing to attend the tour  will need to be payed no later then 4 weeks out from the tour date. Please get in touch for any concerns you may have.

Flights -

Flights are not included in tour package / you need to book a flight that will have you arrive in Dili - Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport (DIL) around 2pm local time first day of the tour generally 1 flight from Darwin in & out a day (Qantas) - connecting flights will go via Darwin which should put us on the same flights regardless of where you depart your home location. We will be in touch with you during conformation to book flights and let you know what the flight number leaving Darwin you need to be on.

 

Our Package Includes -

  • all transfers
  • Four nights accomodation.
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner (3.5 days)
  • off road trail bikes
  • Guides & Fuel.
  • Ute as tour vehicle / luggage / spare bikes / tools etc.
  • beer

 Our Package DOES NOT Include -

  • Flights ($ 600 - 1,700 return depending on departing location)
  • Travel Insurance ($ 60 - $ 200 approx)

We can point you in the right direction for travel insurance that covers this activity if you're not sure where to look, you must have it to attend and send us a copy showing you have got it.

We try to get everyone to arrive in Timor at same time for example flights go via Darwin - so Brisbane to Dili is via Darwin return & direct approx $1,500 give or take depending on time of year. AM flight there and depart PM from Dili back via Darwin - this is so dependant on the flights at the time of booking, always subject to change. For more info get in touch with us. Have a look at flights for tor dates.

Don't waste time, this will be sooo good, Timor is still so untouched and raw, so come see it for your self, I can't wait to explore Timor on a bike with you!

 

 

Prerequisites

1. you must have a Motorcycle licensed rider for appropriate state within Australia. - Your insurance will generally state you need a license.

2. Travel Insurance - There are many, ensure it covers motorcycle riding as well - they range from Quotes of $60 - $200. 

3. You will be required to complete a Training & Adventure Co. Indemnity form to attend. Upon registering for the tour it is confirmed that you are complying in completing an indemnity form on request. If you have any questions please get in touch with us. We are here to facilitate a riding tour overseas with the hosting country delivering the tour, we are by no means responsible for the delivery of their business but we are here to help and ensure we all get the most incredible experience riding overseas.

4. Passport & visa - 

General Requirements

To enter Timor-Leste as a tourist, you must obtain an appropriate visa. In most cases, you can obtain a visa upon arrival.

Travelers must complete an arrivals card (available at the border post). If questioned, you must also be able to demonstrate:

  • The intention of a genuine visit (as a tourist or business trip)
  • Hold a passport, or travel document, with an expiry date not less than 6 (six) months from the date of entry into Timor-Leste. The passport must have at least a whole unused page for the visa sticker.
  • Hold a return or onward ticket or show the ability to fund your departure.
  • Pay $30 visa fee in cash. Note that there may be no ATM or money change facilities so you should always try and ensure you have $30 with you.

What to bring

You need to bring Riding gear for this tour, Helmet Gloves Boots etc. for off road riding, We recommend something light weight but with appropriate protection.

(I personally ride MX / enduro style gear with knee and elbow pads)

 

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