Timor-Leste
Dili → Atauro
The government ferries to Atauro, the island facing Dili across the Wetar Strait: the Berlin Nakroma sails from Dili port at 08:00 four days a week and the smaller Success from Kolmera on Tuesdays and Fridays, both returning from Atauro at 15:00.
Dili to Atauro ferry at a glance
The ferry from Dili to Atauro takes About 2h 15m – 3h across the Wetar Strait, operated by APORTIL. It is a foot-passenger service; vehicles are not carried. Typical frequency: six days a week: Berlin Nakroma on Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday; Success on Tuesday and Friday.
Crossing times and frequencies are typical figures and vary by season. Confirm the current timetable with the operator or booking partner before you travel. Route facts last reviewed 2026-10-27.
Sources: timorleste.tl · How we verify
Return crossing: Atauro to Dili
APORTIL also sails Atauro to Dili, taking About 2h 15m – 3h. Atauro to Dili: 15:00 on the same days (Berlin Nakroma Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday; Success Tuesday and Friday).
Dili to Atauro ferry timetable & sailing pattern
Berlin Nakroma: Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday; Success: Tuesday and Friday
Published departure times
- From Dili 08:00 (Berlin Nakroma from Porto de Díli; Success from Kolmera)
- From Atauro 15:00
Return: Atauro to Dili: 15:00 on the same days (Berlin Nakroma Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday; Success Tuesday and Friday).
Timetables change by season and date. Check exact departures for your travel date on the official timetable.
Official APORTIL timetable →Source: APORTIL timetable on the Timor-Leste government tourism site (verified 30 August 2026). Verified 2026-10-27.
Maritime Crossing Route Map
Interactive sea passage between Dili and Atauro
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Operators on This Route
| Operator | Crossing Time | Vessels |
|---|---|---|
| APORTIL | About 2h 15m (Berlin Nakroma) – 3h (Success) | Berlin Nakroma, Success |
Route Features
Vehicles
Foot passengers only
Foot Passengers
Walk-on passengers welcome
Pets
No pet facilities
Distance
20 nautical miles
Getting There & Onward Transport
- Ferries land at Beloi, the main village on Atauro’s east coast
- Porto de Díli and Kolmera are both on Dili’s central waterfront
Tips for the Dili to Atauro Crossing
- Tickets are sold at the port on the day of travel, in cash US dollars; arrive at least 60 minutes before departure.
- Sailings can change for weather, maintenance or public holidays, especially in the wet season (November to April): confirm with APORTIL (+670 331 7264) or at the port the day before.