Bikini Atoll
Region: Ralik Chain
Cultural heritage / Diving spot
UNESCO World Heritage with nuclear test sites and WWII shipwreck fleet. Popular for large shark observation in clear waters
Tourism in Marshall Islands
Explore notable sights and destinations in this country
Tourist attractions
Majuro Atoll Lagoon
Region: Majuro
Nature
Turquoise inner sea surrounded by 66km atoll. Snorkeling and sandbank strolls enjoyable
Laura Beach
Region: Western tip of Majuro Atoll
Resort beach
Citizens' relaxation coast with white sand and palm groves. Sunset spot
Eneko Island
Region: Northern Majuro Atoll
Ecotourism
Uninhabited island day trip experience. Kayaking and BBQ standard
Arno Atoll
Region: Ratak Chain
Nature / Culture
Pristine atoll one hour by boat from capital. Production site of traditional weaving 'laab'
Alele Museum & Archive
Region: Majuro
Cultural facility
Only national museum exhibiting archaeological materials and stick charts, learning Marshallese culture
Kalalin Pass
Region: Majuro Atoll ocean side
Diving point
Schools of pelagic fish and outstanding transparency, popular with advanced divers
Likiep Atoll
Region: Ratak Chain
History / Nature
Known for 19th-century German rule copra plantation ruins and beautiful lagoon
Enewetak Atoll
Region: Western tip of Ralik Chain
History / Diving
Ecosystem recovering despite nuclear test site, giant dome 'Runit Dome' viewable (prior permission required)
Utirik Atoll
Region: Northern Ratak Chain
Nature
Quiet island with high manta and dolphin encounter rates. Medicinal hot springs also emerge
Suggested itineraries
Majuro Base 3-Day Highlights
Duration (days): 3
Highlights: Alele Museum, Laura Beach, Eneko Island day trip
Capital-only stay covering culture, beach, and uninhabited island experience. Evening local BBQ and canoe dance viewing recommended
Atoll Hopping 7 Days
Duration (days): 7
Highlights: Majuro, Arno Atoll, Bikini Atoll diving, Likiep Atoll homestay
Eco tour combining domestic flights and charter boats, touring multiple atolls while home-staying in traditional houses
Travel tips
- Upon entry, return flight ticket and passport validity 6 months or more essential
- Little cash circulation, credit cards difficult to use outside Majuro
- Sunlight very strong, carry SPF50+ sunscreen and hat
- Rainy season (September-November) frequent squalls, small aircraft/boats prone to cancellation
- Inter-island flights often once weekly or less, allow schedule flexibility
- Fresh water precious. Purchase bottled water or use rainwater tanks
- Many stray dogs in areas, avoid nighttime solitary walking
- Camera equipment requires salt damage countermeasures. Prepare waterproof bags and silica gel
- Coral and shell removal from beaches prohibited by law
- Public WiFi slow and intermittent. Pre-check eSIM or roaming
- Kwajalein Atoll is U.S. military base requiring special permit for tourism
- Hospital facilities limited, prepare overseas travel insurance and regular medicines