Australian Cruise Ship Paspaley Pearl Carrying 18 Tourists Docks in Dili

DILI, 20 June 2025 (TATOLI) – The Australian cruise ship Paspaley Pearl docked at Dili Port this morning at around 8:35 a.m., bringing 18 international tourists to Timor-Leste.

According to Emigio Teves, Head of ANL Timor Agency, the tourists on board come from a variety of countries, including Australia, Bulgaria, Romania, Ukraine, the Philippines, and Uruguay.

“The ship arrived yesterday at 5:00 p.m., but only docked this morning. The tourists will stay in the country for about a month. As part of their itinerary, they will travel to Ataúro on Sunday and later visit Jaco Island,” said Teves.

Built in 2021, the Paspaley Pearl currently sails under the flag of the Marshall Islands.

Journalist: Camilio de Sousa
Editor: Filomeno Martins