Tuamese Hill is one of the tourist destinations located in Tuamese Village, Biboki Anleu District, East Nusa Tenggara. To get to Tuamese hill, it takes about 1 hour from the city center of Atambua. The hill has beautiful view similar to Wayag Islands in Raja Ampat.
The Enchantment of East Nusa Tenggara Tourism
East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) Province is increasingly known as one of the favorite tourist destinations in Indonesia. Its stunning natural beauty, rich culture, and the uniqueness of each destination make many domestic and foreign tourists interested in exploring this region.
Some of the famous destinations in NTT include Komodo Island, Padar Island, Rinca Island, and Pink Beach in West Manggarai Regency. Wae Rebo Traditional Village in Manggarai Regency, Kelimutu Tricolor Lake in Ende Regency, and Nemberala Beach in Rote Ndao Regency are also major attractions. Not only that, the Sumba, Alor, Lembata and Sabu Raijua Island regions also offer extraordinary natural charm.
Meanwhile, Timor Island also has various tourist destinations that are no less interesting, such as Lasiana Beach, Oesapa Beach, Tambolong Beach, and Kolbano Color Stone Beach. One of the hidden gems on Timor Island that is worth visiting is Tuamese Hill, which offers incredible panoramas and an unforgettable nature tourism experience.
Location and Accessibility
Tuamese Hill is located in North Central Timor Regency (TTU), East Nusa Tenggara, and is directly adjacent to Belu Regency. Traveling to this hill is relatively easy. From Atambua City, the capital of Belu Regency, it only takes about an hour by motorized vehicle.
In addition, Tuamese Hill is also quite close to Oekusi District in Timor Leste. Its location in the border region makes Tuamese a destination that has the potential to attract tourists from neighboring Timor Leste. If developed and promoted properly, Tuamese Hill can become a leading tourist destination in the border region.
Tuamese Hill Climbing Experience
Before reaching the top of Tuamese Hill, visitors will pass a beach with clean sand surrounded by rows of trees that add to the beauty of the landscape. The road to the hill is still quite natural, thus providing a challenging yet enjoyable trekking experience.
Although the path is a little challenging, the fatigue will immediately pay off when you reach the top. From the top of the hill, visitors can enjoy several views at once:
- An expanse of ponds that resembles a lake
- Exotic rock hills suitable for taking pictures
- Blue sea combined with green vegetation along the coast
Since this place is still classified as an uncrowded destination, visitors can enjoy the tranquility and natural beauty without being disturbed by the crowds of other tourists.
Best Time to Visit
Tuamese Hill can be visited at any time of the year. However, the best time to come here is during sunrise or near sunset. The sunlight at these two times will add to the beauty of the scenery around the hill.
If you want to enjoy cooler air and more dramatic views, it is recommended to come during the dry season, between May and September. During this season, the sky is usually clearer, so the view from the top of the hill is clearer.
The Uniqueness and Potential of Tuamese Hill
One of the main attractions of Tuamese Hill is how natural it is. There is no entrance fee to visit this hill, because the location is still an open nature that has not been commercialized. However, this is what makes the experience of visiting Tuamese Hill even more special.
Another uniqueness is the presence of little guides who live around the location. They often refer to Tuamese Hill as “Papua” because of the beauty of the landscape that resembles Raja Ampat.
Apart from being a natural tourist destination, Bukit Tuamese also has the potential to be developed as an ecotourism location. With the right promotion, this place can attract more tourists locally and internationally.
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