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The East Coast Tour
Day 1 [d1]
Travel eastwards along the north coast road to Manatutu (Manatuto), passing by beautiful coastal cliffs. Stop in Manatutu (Manatuto) for a visit to the local arts and clay handcrafts or the former Portuguese administration house. Continue through the rice paddies of Laleia until Baukau (Baucau), the second largest city. There you can visit the old market building or head down to the beach. Going further east, Laga and Lautein (Lautém) are fishing villages with remains of Portuguese fortresses. Arrive at Kom (Com).
Day 2 [d2]
Leave early in the morning to Tutuala. Look at the traditional sacred houses and the numerous tombs on the roadside, identified with sacrificial totems of buffalo horns. Passing though the Lake Ira Lalaro you can search for the pre-historic paintings of Ilekerkere and then head on to Tutuala beach. You can arrange a boat ride to Jaku (Jaco) Island to explore the coral reefs and experience some amazing snorkeling and diving. Staying overnight in tents by the beach, after having a grilled fresh fish for dinner is an unforgettable experience.
Day 3 [d3]
Drive back to visit Lospalos, the capital of the eastern district, and then to Baukau (Baucau) and Dili (Díli), taking the road to Lautein (Lautém). On your way back take a swim in the clear waters of Metinaro beach.