Place to go: Scenic Overlooks

With most of the popular destinations on the east side of the island, Arlo and the rest of the west coast offer something completely unique: a chance to bask in the glory of a perfect Ataúro afternoon and the sun dipping into the sea. Of all these...

Located just a 15 minute walk from Vila, this stunning lookout is one of the most accessible and rewarding spots on the island. From this point, you can gain a much deeper perspective about life on Ataúro. You can see the ant-sized people scurrying...

For those staying in Beloi, this is the most convenient viewpoint for you, and luckily it’s also one of Ataúro’s most special! When we conceptualize the classic portrayal of Ataúro, this is the place we think of. From this vantage point, you can see...

No view of Ataúro is as breathtaking as the one at the highest point of the island. At 995 meters above sea level, Manukoko towers distinctively over the white-sand beaches below, representing an almost different universe on the island. According to...