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Explore South Tarawa

Things to Do & Experience

Explore WWII’s Battle of Tarawa Relics

Explore WWII relics and memorials of WWII’s Battle of Tarawa battlefield on Betio.  With the help of expert tour guides you will be able to explore WWII relics and learn more of the Battle of Tarawa.

Battlefield Tour Contacts

Kiribati Holidays

Mollys Tours

  • Betio, South Tarawa
  • +686 73001016
  • mollybrown413@gmail.com

Explore the Cultural Museum

Find the time to visit the Cultural Museum “Te Umwanibong” located in Bikenibeu next to the power station. At the museum you can observe an exhibition of historical and cultural artifacts. It is one of those places where you can get to learn and understand more about Kiribati history and culture. Opening days/hours are Mondays to Fridays from 9am to 5pm. Closed on weekends and public holidays.

Game Fishing

Lady Mary Fishing & Boat Charters

Jet Ski Fun

If you like the rush on the water then a Jet Ski would be perfect for you to spend a fun day out in Tarawa lagoon and experience that water rush on a Jet Ski. For Jet Ski hire visit Mary’s Beach Café at Takoronga Point, Betio, South Tarawa.

Sail a Kiribati Traditional Canoe

Learn about the unique traditional sailing of Kiribati ‘te wa’ and get a sailing experience in Tarawa lagoon. Note: The tour activity will depend on the tide situation.

Kiribati Holidays

South Tarawa Tour

A perfect introduction to the capital, South Tarawa providing an excellent insight into the varied history and modern-day life in the capital. See interesting places on South Tarawa like the Capital City Bairiki; the highest point on Tarawa; Kiribati Parliament Building; Cultural Museum; Taiwan Horticulture project; Souvenirs shopping; and more. 

Kiribati Holidays

Mollys Tours

  • Betio, South Tarawa
  • +686 73001016
  • mollybrown413@gmail.com

Top Hangout

Probably the most popular hangout in South Tarawa right now is at Takoronga Point where you will discover Horizon’s Café, Big D’s Waterfront and Mary’s Beach Café. The best thing about these hangouts is that they are all in one place and right next door from each other.  Here you get to experience amazing food, beverages and a feel of the sea breezy atmosphere overlooking Tarawa blue lagoon. Opens 10am to 10pm.

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