Major city · Timor-Leste
Maliana
Spend a half‑day to one full day in Maliana, using it as a base for nearby day trips like Marobo Hot Springs.
Maliana is Timor‑Leste's third‑largest town, a modest market hub surrounded by rice fields and scenic routes. Most visitors stay one night to explore the town market, try local eateries, and make a short drive to Marobo Hot Springs or historic sites along the highway.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- May–Nov (dry season)
- avoid Dec–Apr (rainier)
- Airport
- DIL
- Nights
- 1
Not a trip line yet
Rules in force · 5Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore…
- Southeast Asia ↗Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Laos, Thailand, Brunei and Myanmar; never carry a bag or parcel for anyone.
- Southeast Asia ↗Carry a passport valid for at least six months from entry with two blank pages; airlines refuse boarding on less.
- Timor-Leste ↗Check entry rules and visa-on-arrival conditions on official Timor-Leste government sources only; fees and rules change.
- Timor-Leste ↗The currency is the US dollar. Carry small notes (1, 5, 10 and 20); change for a 50 or 100 is often not available.
- Timor-Leste ↗Medical care is limited: carry travel insurance that covers evacuation.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Maliana112 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Maliana, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?US dollars in small notes; small local centavo coins are used for change.Timor-Leste-wide
- SIM or eSIMTelkomcel, Timor Telecom and Telemor sell SIMs in Dili with passport registration.Timor-Leste-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.Timor-Leste-wide
- TippingRestaurants: Round up or 5–10% in Dili.Timor-Leste-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/E/F/I. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): fits. 220 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Timor-Leste-wide
- SafetyMaliana is generally safe for daytime travel; stay alert on rough roads and carry cash for small fees.
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- RestroomsWestern in hotels; squat or bucket flush elsewhere.Timor-Leste-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police · 110 ambulance · 115 fire (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysSunday is quiet; offices close on many public holidays.Timor-Leste-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportDIL Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport (About 3½ h by highway from Maliana).
- Getting aroundThe main highway meets Maliana's central street near the sports field – walkable for market and eateries.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi (short ride within town)$5–8
- Budget bedRisky Hotel room, a night, per personUS$30
- Mid-range bedRamascoras Resort room, a night, per personUS$55
- High-end bedRamascoras Resort room, a night, per personUS$70
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$30 · Mid US$45 · High US$70
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- DIL Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport (About 3½ h by highway from Maliana)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Feb
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Mar
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Apr
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
May
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jun
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jul
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Aug
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Oct
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Nov
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Dec
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Best: May–Nov. Avoid: Dec–Apr. Month by month →
Warmest May (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C) low), wettest Jan (12 rain days), driest Jun (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Maliana: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
12 rd
Feb
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
12 rd
Mar
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
10 rd
Apr
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
8 rd
May
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
6 rd
Jun
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
5 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
5 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
6 rd
Sep
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
8 rd
Oct
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
10 rd
Nov
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
12 rd
Dec
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
12 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
The main highway meets Maliana's central street near the sports field – walkable for market and eateries. Taxis are scarce; arrange a private car or hire a motorbike for day trips.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Marobo Hot Springs
goDoor to door: ≈2 h round trip
Hire a car or motorbike; about 1½ h south on the highway, then a short walk from the parking area
Hot sulfuric pools; local families charge a small fee.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Risky Hotel
$30–45 per night; fan, terrace with mountain views, mixed toilet facilities.
Ramascoras Resort
$45 per night; AC, hot water, basic amenities, bring towels.
Diocese Guesthouse
$30 per night; church‑style building, clean but occasional water issues.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $30–45 excl. bed (check)
- Mid
- $45–60 excl. bed (check)
- High
- $60+ excl. bed (check)
Trip budget
| Risky Hotel room1 × 1 night × US$45 | US$45 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × US$45 | US$45 |
| Private car hire for Marobo (round trip)1 × US$45 · check | US$45 |
| Meal at local restaurant1 × US$7 · check | US$7 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$14 |
| Trip total≈ US$156 per person per day, bed included | US$156 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Meal (curry or stew) | $3–5 |
| Drink (soft drink) | $1–2 |
| Taxi (short ride within town) | $5–8 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Water supply can be intermittent at some guesthouses – bring your own bottle.
- Roads to remote sites (e.g., Marobo) are rough; a 4WD vehicle is advisable.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 112
- Ambulance
- 110
- Fire
- 115
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Favor ida ne'eTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police112
- Ambulance110
- Fire115
Embassy
The US has a consular office in Dili; nearest for Maliana travelers.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Car hire to Marobo Hot Springs (round trip): about $30–45, 2 h total (check)
Say or show
- Deskulpa — Excuse me / Sorry (des-kuhl-pah)
- Obrigadu — Thank you (ob-ree-ga-doo)
- Kantu mak? — How much is it? (kahn-too mak)
- Ita iha banhú? — Where is the bathroom? (ee-tah ee-hah ban-hoo)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Maliana. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–Nov (dry season) · avoid Dec–Apr (rainier) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a 4WD rental option for rough roads to Marobo and Ermera.
- Map walking routes around the main street market and nearby hotels.
Sources
- secondaryWikidata – Maliana
- secondaryWikivoyage: Maliana, revision 5091780 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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