By Air (Flying Domestics & Charters)

Air Kiribati Ltd (Domestic Flights)

Air Kiribati operates scheduled domestic air service from South Tarawa to the outer islands in the Gilbert Group. Advanced bookings and payment of airfares is encouraged to avoid disappointments.

For bookings please visit Air Kiribati Reservations office at KPF Building ground floor, Bairiki, South Tarawa.

Phone: +(686) 75021188
Email: reservations@airkiribati.com.ki
Website: www.airkiribati.com.ki

For flight schedules refer to this link
https://airkiribati-schedules.blogspot.com

Coral Sun Aviation (Air Charters only)

JMR Group
Abarao, South Tarawa

Phone: +(686) 75229517 / 75229518 or 73038556
Email: ops.coralsun@gmail.com or jeffmjong@hotmail.com

Website: www.coralsunaviation.net
Facebook: Coralsunaviation

Island & Public Transport

Bus Service

Buses operate an inexpensive mode of public transport only on South Tarawa. You can flag a bus at designated bus stops. To get off the bus just simply shout the word “I-kai” or “Taiaoka I-kai,” meaning “stop here.”

If they sound their horn or flash their light it means they are full. On South Tarawa, buses travel from Betio as far as Tanaea and Buota in North Tarawa.

Bus fares on Tarawa range from 60 cents to $2.00.

Rental Cars / Hire Trucks / Motorbikes /Bicycles

On capital South Tarawa rental cars can be arranged with the hotels prior to arrival or upon arrival. On the outer islands and North Tarawa motorbikes and trucks with rear canopies are a popular means of getting around. Hire arrangements can be made with Island Council offices, hotels and private owners.

By Sea (Ferry & Boat Charters)

BOAT CHARTERS

Kiribati Seas Boat Charters

Get to North Tarawa or a nearby outer island or customize your own boat trip by chartering a speed boat with the following operators:

Contact
Kiribati Seas Co. Ltd, Betio, South Tarawa
Phone: +(686) 75125641
Email: atekaata@gmail.com or kiriseaco@gmail.com

Nei Toitoi (Betio Lodge)

Contact:
Lilian at Betio Lodge, Betio, South Tarawa

Phone: +(686 ) 75125377
Email: reservations@betio-lodge.com

Lady Mary (Mary's Motel)

Contact:
Kenneth Inatio
Bairiki, South Tarawa

Phone: +(686) 73019455 or 75022227
Email: Kenneth.inatio@gmail.com

Lily and Santa Maria (Lyke IT Trading)

Contact:
Lyke It Trading Office
Opposite Japanese Command bunker and Mormon church in Betio, South Tarawa

Phone: +(686) 75126357

ABAIANG ISLAND FERRY

The Abaiang speed ferries is one of the best ways to get to Abaiang. Two ferry companies provide regular scheduled passenger service to Abaiang out of the Betio wharf:

MV Teraoi (Kiribati Seas Co. Ltd)

Tarawa/Abaiang/Tarawa schedule are Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays from the Betio Wharf at the old KPA Office opposite PVU, close to the roundabout intersection road.

Departure times is around 10am but it is advised to call ahead to confirm departure times. The travel time approx. 2 to 3 hours depending on conditions. The Abaiang port is Tebero Village which is in convenient walking distance to Ocean Breeze Bungalows and Terau Beach Bungalows.

Fare: $20 Adults, $15 (6-12yrs), $10 (infants to 5yrs).

Fares should be paid at the Kiribati Seas Office located next to the High Court office (please refer to Betio map for location). Hence, it is advised to pay your fare in advance to secure your seat.

For more information, contact:

Kiribati Seas Co. Ltd, Betio, South Tarawa
Phone: +(686) 75125641
Email: atekaata@gmail.com or kiriseaco@gmail.com

MV Santa Maria (Lyke It Trading)

Tarawa/Abaiang/Tarawa Schedule are Tuesdays (depart around 9am), Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays (depart around 12pm or 1pm) from the Betio Wharf (at wharf end, opposite Kiribati Fish Ltd).

It is advised to call ahead to confirm departure times. The travel time is approximately 1hr. 30mins depending on conditions. The Abaiang port are Taniau Village and Koinawa Village.

Fare: $20 Adults and $10 (Under 12yrs).

Fares should be paid at Lyke It Trading office, located opposite the Japanese Command bunker and LDS church in Betio (please refer to Betio map for location). Hence, it is advised to pay your fare in advance to secure your seat. For more information, contact:

Lyke IT Trading office
Phone: +(686) 75126357

MAIANA ISLAND FERRY

MV Santa Maria (SAOK)

Tarawa/Maiana/Tarawa Schedule are Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays from the Betio Wharf (at wharf end, opposite Kiribati Fish Ltd).

It is advised to call ahead to confirm departure times. The travel time is approximately 2hrs depending on conditions.

The Maiana port is Tebangetua Village (Island Council station).

Fare: $30 Adults and $15 (Under 12yrs).

Fares should be paid at the Shipping Agency of Kiribati (SAOK) office, located at Karaobwerena Road in Betio (please refer to Betio map for location). Hence, it is advised to pay your fare in advance to secure your seat.

For more information, contact:

SAOK Office
Phone: +(686) 75126472 or 72026473

NORTH TARAWA FERRY

Which ferry to catch to North Tarawa?

Visitors are advised to catch the Abaokoro ferries marked ‘MV JR OBETA 1’ or ‘MV JR OBETA 2’; these ferries go straight to Abaokoro and also provide land transport drop off service for passengers needing to go as far as Buariki.

The Ferry schedule from Bairiki wharf to Abaokoro in North Tarawa are Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays, departing around 12pm, hence it is advised to be at the wharf around 11pm.

From Abaokoro back to Bairiki wharf, schedule are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays; departing Abaokoro around 7 to 8am. The ferry fare is $5.00 which should be paid to the Supercargo of MV JR OBETA ferry prior to departing.

Abaokoro is also where the two hotels - Moturerei Bungalows and Ocean View Motel, and also the Island Council office are situated in short walking distance from where the ferry passengers will come ashore.

For information on Abaokoro (North Tarawa)
MV JR OBETA Ferry services please contact:

Mayor Harry
Phone: +(686) 73001065