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🌎  East Timor 🇹🇱

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📍  Ira Lalaro

✈️  Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport (DIL)

🚗  235.8 KM

⏱️  6 hours, 31 minutes

Ira Lalaro, a remote and biodiverse freshwater lake within Nino Konis Santana National Park, is a significant ecological site in East Timor, renowned for its birdlife and crocodiles. Accessibility is challenging, often requiring a 4x4 vehicle, particularly during the wet season (November-April) when roads can become impassable; the dry season (May-October) is optimal for visiting. Due to its remoteness, challenging terrain, and potential wildlife encounters, a guided visit with a local expert is highly recommended over solo exploration for safety and cultural insights. While there's no direct entrance fee, costs mainly involve transport and guide services, making it a moderately expensive excursion. A typical visit from Lospalos might last a half to full day, though it's often integrated into a longer itinerary exploring the surrounding national park. Visitors should be mindful of crocodiles and respect the natural environment.