Tourism in Nauru

Explore notable sights and destinations in this country

Oceania / Oceania

Tourist attractions

Command Ridge

Region: Aiwo District

Nature / WWII ruins

Island's highest point at 65m hill. Japanese military tunnels and anti-aircraft guns remain, offering whole island and ocean views.

Buada Lagoon

Region: Buada District

Nature

Island's only freshwater lake, oasis-like with lush tropical plants. Ideal for morning walks and bird watching.

Anibare Bay Beach

Region: Anibare District

Nature

South Pacific's premier deserted beach with white sand and turquoise shallows. Popular as surf spot.

Moqua Cave and Well

Region: Aiwo District

Nature

Limestone stalactite cave and clear pools from groundwater. Cool interior allows snorkeling.

Japanese Command Bunker Ruins

Region: Yaren District

Cultural heritage

WWII air defense command post remains. Massive concrete blocks and bullet holes tell history.

Phosphate Railway Ruins

Region: Denigomodu–Aiwo

Industrial heritage

Narrow gauge railway and saddle tank locomotives once used for ore transport.

Government Buildings Area

Region: Yaren District

Modern architecture

Administrative center consolidating parliament, president's office, national museum. Flag-raising ceremony held every morning.

Central Plateau Moonscape

Region: Near Anabar District

Nature / Industrial heritage

Desolate landscape with sharp coral stone pillars remaining after phosphate mining. Sunset photography spot.

Menen Hotel Offshore Diving Point

Region: Menen District

Marine activities

Sailfish and manta rays migrate along dropoff wall. Visibility exceeds 30m.

Nauru Legislative Assembly Visitor Gallery

Region: Yaren District

Culture

Public observation available during sessions. Experience politics with small nation intimacy.

Suggested itineraries

Leisurely Nauru Island Circuit 2 Days

Duration (days): 2

Highlights: Island loop road, Command Ridge sunset, Buada Lagoon walk, Anibare Bay swimming

After arrival hotel check-in, rent car for clockwise island circuit, next morning explore central plateau and caves for condensed nature and history experience.

Diver-Oriented Adventure 4 Days

Duration (days): 4

Highlights: Menen offshore 4 dives, WWII wreck points, Moonscape trekking

Plan combining morning open-water dives with afternoon inland tours. Final day leisurely beach sunset.

Travel tips

  • Cash Australian dollars only. Only one ATM on island, prepare sufficient cash.
  • Intense sunlight requires sunscreen and hat.
  • No public transportation. Arrange bicycle or car through hotel convenient.
  • Purchase bottled drinking water. Tap water boiling recommended.
  • Coral cuts easily infected, wear reef shoes.
  • Sunday shops closed, alcohol sales also regulated.
  • Island circuit running safest in early morning with little traffic.
  • Dry season (May–October) relatively cool but sudden squalls possible.
  • Wi-Fi limited to hotel lobby level. SIM cards available at airport communication counter.
  • Many stray dogs in some areas, avoid touching carelessly.

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