Service Learning Journeys Embark on an immersive educational adventure in Timor-Leste with our tailored tours, designed specifically for schools. These experiential learning journeys combine service learning and hands-on exploration, allowing students to engage deeply with local communities while discovering the island’s stunning landscapes and rich cultural heritage. Through meaningful projects and interactions, students will gain valuable insights into conservation efforts and community dynamics, fostering a sense of global citizenship. Join us for a transformative experience that blends adventure with education and leaves a lasting impact on young minds!
At Maddog Adventures, we specialise in creating programs that prioritise student voice and agency. We actively engage with students to develop new skills and build relationships that enrich their life experiences.Customise Your Itinerary: Choose an adventure that combines elements of exploration, conservation, and community engagement.Understand Your Impact: Learn more about the project and community you’ll be supporting.Fundraising Initiatives: Collaborate with your peers to raise funds for your chosen project and community.Hands-On Learning: Immerse yourself in unique experiences that allow you to learn, see, and do.Identify Future Needs: Assess the ongoing opportunities and needs of the project and community you are supporting.Share Your Insights: Pass on your key learnings to the next generation of intrepid students, ensuring a continuous cycle of discovery and engagement.Join us for a transformative experience that empowers students to make a meaningful impact!
Ocean Conservation Project Fundraise to help restore the world’s oceans and improve the livelihoods of traditional fishing communities. Join Ekipa Tasi Mos in an ocean clean up and learn how plastic trash can get turned into useful items. Social Enterprise Project Join us in supporting Spend It Well’s education programs as we work together to build schools, develop garden projects, and provide essential resources like desks, chairs, and playgrounds. Help create a brighter future for Timorese students. Reforestation Project Support the reforestation of the planet and subsistence tree farmers. Fundraise to plant trees WithOneSeed and learn about how they’re supporting farmers to nurture trees on their own land and monitor each trees growth using a community forestry tracking program Tree02.
At Maddog Adventures, we align our program design with the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to foster meaningful learning experiences for students. Our initiatives support the economic development of rural communities in Timor-Leste through regenerative tourism, which promotes sustainable travel that enhances the places we visit. The 2030 SDGs are the United Nations’ blueprint for achieving a better future for all by eradicating poverty, combating inequality and injustice, and protecting our planet. Through immersive learning experiences, students engage with global issues and gain valuable insights that will help shape them into informed global citizens ready to make a positive impact.
Adventure Discover all that Timor has to offer from the wild hinterland to the rugged coastline and everything in-between. Explore its mountainous interior, uncover a network of limestone caves and pristine canyons and rivers, be wowed by coral reefs and enjoy its stunning beaches. To connect with nature, is to connect with culture and place. Conservation Timor’s waters boast exceptional biodiversity, including extensive fisheries and healthy coral reefs. Twenty-five species of whales and dolphins frequent these waters — among the highest records of cetaceans in the world. Marine life is key to the country’s budding eco-tourism sector and is essential for food security and the well-being of more than 1.2 million people. Community Journey into the heart of a vibrant and welcoming nation and experience Timor’s unique history and culture. Join in a game of football, the nation’s number one sport, visit an Uma Lulik (traditional house), find interesting handicrafts at the Tais market, enjoy traditional food and experience a thriving coffee industry.
Inclusions All in-country accommodation & breakfastAll in-country travel & logisticsAll dinner & lunches outside of DiliExperienced Australian & local guidesLocal translators & driversAttraction entrance feesWorkshop feesSafety equipment, satellite communication & first aid kitProgram risk assessments & in-country emergency management assistancePack listInformation bookletDetailed itineraryPre-program information sessionPost-program debrief session. Exclusions FlightsAirline taxesVisa (USD$30)Travel / Medical insurancePassportExcess baggagePersonal food & snacksSome meals and dinners in Dili (refer to your itinerary)Personal expensesPersonal spending moneyMedical expensesImmunisation requirements / special needs.
Can I use credit cards? Limited credit card and ATM facilities are avilable in Dili. Outside of Dili you will need to carry small value cash and coins (maximum USD $20 notes). Please note only Visa debit and credit cards are accepted. No Mastercards are accept at this stage in Timor-Leste. Do I need a visa? Yes, you will need to purchase a 30-day visa on arrival. Visa’s cost USD $30 per person. This must be paid in cash. Do I need travel insurance? Yes, all participants will require travel insurance. It is highly recommended that this cover is taken out at the time of booking. A copy of your travel insurance policy will need to be supplied to Maddog Adventures prior to your trip. Is it safe to drink water from the taps? We do not recommend drinking tap water in Timor-Leste, so avoid it and stick to sealed bottled water which is readily available. This includes steering clear of ice in drinks and brushing your teeth with tap water. What immunisations will I need? To travel to Timor-Leste make sure all your routine vaccinations are up to date. We recommend visiting your doctor prior to travel to discuss any additional vaccines or medications you may need. What in-country transportation do you use? We use a variety of in-country transportation methods depending on which district we are traveling too. We use 4 Wheel Drives for in-land travel and a combination of Dragon boat, catamaran, and local charter boats for sea travel. Sometimes, we even take a MAF charter flight. What if I get sick or hurt while on tour? All our lead staff are Wilderness First Aid trained and we carry a comprehensive First Aid Kit with us at all times and can offer first response care. For more serious ailments we will take you to Stamford Medical, which is an international standard private healthcare provider based in Dili. We also Care Flight Darwin in case of an evac emergency. **Please note as per our T&Cs any medical care or evacuation organised by Maddog Adventures is at the personal cost of the participant or their travel insurance. What is the local currency? USD is the main currency in Timor-Leste. Limited ATMs (Visa only) are available in Dili, but it’s always advisiable to bring cash with you. Smaller notes (maximum USD $20) and coins should be carried for travel outside of Dili, as is can be difficult to get change for larger notes. What is the weather like? Timor-Leste has a hot tropical climate, with a dry season from May – November and a wet season from December – April. Coastal temperatures range from 25 – 35 C. It’s cooler in the mountains and can be damp and misty, a perfect retreat from the heat. What is your risk management process? We take participant health and wellbeing very seriously. Risk is an inherent part of all tours, but we do our best to mitigate, manage and reduce the risk of these hazards causing harm. We work with our staff and suppliers to ensure that all of our products and experiences meet our high standards.
