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Official Tourism Website of Timor-Leste
Atauro Island Municipality, Timor-Leste
Destinations
World-record reef-fish diversity

Atauro Island

Greatest reef fish diversity on Earth

An accessible, welcoming island a short trip from Dili, with mountains, forests and a coastline that ranges from cliffs to pristine beaches. The surrounding waters hold the greatest diversity of reef fish and coral species anywhere on Earth, with superb visibility.

Things to See & Do

Snorkelling & diving

World-class coral reefs straight off the beach

Whale & dolphin watching

Year-round, peaking during seasonal migration

Mt Manukoko climb & coastal trails

Eco-lodges

Community and eco-tourism accommodation

Handicrafts

Carved figurines, Boneka dolls, woven baskets