Useful Information
This section provides useful and practical information about South Tarawa; however we encourage you to download a free copy of Tarawa Travel Guide (at the bottom of the South Tarawa information section). With the travel guide you will be able to locate places on South Tarawa with the help of a map inside
ATM, Credit Cards & EFTPOS
ATM machines are available across South Tarawa and at the ANZ Bank. Major credit cards accepted excepted are VISA, Master, BSP, BRED BANK, Union Pay, and JCB. EFTPOS are also available with most major shops in the capital.
Bank
ANZ Bank is the only commercial bank in Kiribati is located in the capital Bairiki, South Tarawa. For information contact, Ph: +(686) 74021139 or visit their website for more information: https://www.anz.com/kiribati/en/personal/
Boat Charters to North Tarawa and nearby Islands
There is always the option of chartering a speed boat to transfer you from South Tarawa to North Tarawa or nearby islands. Enquire with your hotel to arrange for you.
Kiribati Seas Boat Charters
- Tobaraoi Building, Bikenibeu, South Tarawa
- +686 74028715
- chatterbox@tobaraoi.com
- www.kiribatiholidays.com
- Kiribati Seas Boat Charters:
Contact: Kiribati Seas Co. Ltd, Betio, South Tarawa, Ph: (686) 73034648 or 75125641, E: atekaata@gmail.com or kiriseaco@gmail.com
- Lady Mary (Mary’s Motel):
Contact, Kenneth Inatio, Bairiki, South Tarawa, Ph: (686) 73019455 or 75022227. E: Kenneth.inatio@gmail.com
- Lyke It Trading Speed Boats:
Contact, Lyke It Trading Office, Bairiki Ph: (686) 75126357 or 75022225
Mollys Tours
- Betio, South Tarawa
- +686 73001016
- mollybrown413@gmail.com
Business Hours
Government office hours are Mon to Fri, 9am to 5:15pm (closed on weekends and during national holidays). Shopping hours are generally Mon to Sat, 7am to 8pm/9pm. Half days or closed on Sundays.
Currency
Kiribati uses the Australian currency AUD$. Notes: $5, $10, $20, $50, $100. Coins: 5c, 10c, 20c, 50c, $1, $2.
Diplomatic Missions
Australia, China and New Zealand mission offices are located at Bairiki the capital city. Please download a copy of Tarawa Travel Guide to locate the diplomatic mission offices on the map inside the guide.