Marshall Islands Travel Guide 🇲🇭
Scattered coral atolls, turquoise lagoons, WWII heritage, remote island life & world-class diving — Majuro, Arno, Bikini Atoll & Jaluit
🌤 Live Weather — Majuro
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📌 Quick Facts
🏙 Capital Majuro
🌊 Island Group 29 atolls · 5 islands
💱 Currency US Dollar (USD)
🗣 Languages Marshallese · English
⏱ Time Zone GMT+12
🔌 Plug Type Type A/B — 120V
Famous for: Bikini Atoll diving · lagoon views · WWII wrecks · traditional canoe culture · remote Pacific life
🛂 Visa & Entry Rules
Visa-free for many travelers Onward ticket required Passport validity 6+ months- Accommodation proof may be requested
- Health & entry documents sometimes required
- Travel insurance recommended
Requirements vary by nationality — check latest before travel.
🗓 Best Time to Visit
🌤 Dec–Apr Drier & best sea conditions
🌧 May–Nov Wetter but still warm
🤿 Diving Year-round — best in calm season
🏝 Climate Tropical & humid
Expect occasional tropical showers year-round.
💰 Average Trip Budget
- 🎒 Budget — $70–110 / ₹6,000–₹9,200 per day
- 🏨 Mid-Range — $150–280 / ₹12,500–₹23,000 per day
- ✈️ Inter-island flights increase costs
Remote logistics & imports make essentials pricier.
🗺 Top Places to Visit
Majuro Lagoon Laura Beach Arno Atoll Bikini Atoll (technical diving) Jaluit Atoll WWII shipwreck sites🚇 Transport & Getting Around
- Local taxis & private transport on Majuro
- Boats to nearby islets
- Domestic flights to outer atolls
- Schedules can be limited
Plan inter-island travel well in advance.
📶 Mobile SIM & Internet
- Main provider — NTA Marshall Islands
- Prepaid SIMs available in Majuro
- Internet speeds are limited
- Very weak coverage on remote atolls
Download offline maps & keep backup battery.
💵 Money & Payments
- USD cash essential
- ATMs mainly in Majuro
- Cards accepted at select hotels
- Carry small bills for boats & shops
🍽 Food & Local Cuisine
- Fresh tuna & reef fish
- Coconut stews & taro
- Breadfruit & pandan
- Imported groceries & café food
Supply depends on shipping schedules.
🛡 Travel Awareness
- Generally safe & welcoming
- Healthcare facilities limited
- Heat & dehydration are main risks
- Respect local land ownership rules
🎒 What to Pack
- Light breathable clothing
- Reef-safe sunscreen
- Reusable water bottle
- Mosquito repellent
🌡 Weather & Climate
- Warm & humid year-round
- Frequent light rain showers
- Wet season — May to Nov
- Trade winds — Dec to Apr
🧳 Suggested 3–4 Day Itinerary
- Day 1 — Majuro Lagoon & city walk
- Day 2 — Boat trip to Arno Atoll
- Day 3 — WWII relics & sunset beach
- Optional — Diving excursion
❓ FAQs
Is the Marshall Islands a mainstream tourist destination?
No — tourism is low-key & community-based.
Is English widely spoken?
Yes — alongside Marshallese.
Who is this destination best suited for?
Slow travelers, divers & remote-island explorers.
🚨 Emergency Contacts
🚑 Hospital Majuro Hospital
👮 Police Local Police Services
🔥 Fire Municipal Fire Services
🧳 Tourist Help Hotel / Local Council
🎟 Tours & Activities in Marshall Islands
Most experiences — lagoon trips, diving & cultural visits — are arranged locally through hotels & tour operators.