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Getting around in East Timor

Side of road: 
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Road classification: 

The roads are generally in very bad condition and driving can be very hazardous.

Car hire: 

Car hire: Available in Dili.

Taxi: 

Mikrolets are the main transport in East Timor as they are extremely cheap.

These are mini-vans converted into people carriers.

Bike: 

Cycling: Mountain bikes may be a viable form of transport outside of the capital.

Coach: 

Documentation: 

Documentation: Travellers need a valid driving licence or permit either from their country or issued in East Timor, and detailing which class of vehicle they are entitled to drive. Third-party motor insurance is not available.

By water: 

There is one weekly barge between Oekusi and Dili, carrying both freight and passengers.

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