Travel within East Timor Most media organisations have hired cars and drivers. It is especially important to have a knowledgeable driver if travelling outside Dili. Taxicabs are available for hire, however few are in good condition and able to make long journeys outside the capital. It is possible to negotiate an hourly rate with taxi drivers. Most short trips within Dili should cost no more than Rp3000.
All taxis have yellow numberplates.
It is becoming more difficult to find drivers with decent vehicles. A good contact may be the driver from another media organisation. Filing your story It is advisable to work out how you are going to file your story before you arrive in East Timor. The telephone network is not always reliable. You must make sure your accommodation or office has international telephone lines.