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🇲🇭Things to Do in Marshall Islands
From wreck diving at Bikini Atoll to Majuro's lagoon - the essential sights, and how to keep your own record of them.
Travel guide - last updated September 2026
The Marshall Islands holds one of the most unusual dive destinations on Earth at Bikini Atoll, where a fleet of WWII-era warships sunk during post-war nuclear testing now rest on the seafloor, largely undisturbed. The islands remain remote and lightly visited, with most travel built around diving or a genuine interest in the country's nuclear testing history. Here are 3 places worth building a trip around.
Top attractions
The sights most first-time visitors build an itinerary around.
Bikini Atoll
A UNESCO World Heritage site where the US conducted nuclear weapons tests in the 1940s-50s, now known for wreck diving on a sunken fleet of target ships, including an aircraft carrier, resting in remarkably clear water.
📍 Bikini Atoll
🚉 The wreck-diving atoll is reached only by liveaboard vessel from Majuro, several days at sea each way, and the trips run rarely - the atoll remains uninhabited because of residual radiation.
Majuro Atoll
The Marshall Islands' capital atoll, with a narrow strip of land surrounding a large lagoon, offering snorkeling and a look at everyday life in one of the world's most remote capitals.
📍 Majuro Atoll
🚉 Flights from Honolulu and Guam land at Majuro; a single road runs the length of the atoll, with shared taxis working it for a flat fare - you cannot get lost.
Arno Atoll
A less-developed atoll near Majuro, with traditional Marshallese village life and reef fishing still practiced much as it has been for generations.
📍 Arno Atoll
🚉 Arno is reached by small boat from Majuro, about an hour across the lagoon, arranged privately - there are no scheduled services and no facilities on arrival.
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How many days do you need in the Marshall Islands?
A Bikini Atoll diving trip typically runs a full week given the remote logistics and liveaboard-style access required; a Majuro-based visit can work in 4-5 days.
What's the best time to visit the Marshall Islands?
The Marshall Islands is warm and humid year-round, with a slightly drier period typically running December-April.
Is the Marshall Islands good for a first-time visit?
It's genuinely remote and best suited to visitors with a specific interest - diving Bikini Atoll requires specialized planning through a licensed operator well in advance.
Do I need a visa to visit the Marshall Islands?
Many nationalities, including the US, can visit visa-free for short tourist stays given the country's close association agreement with the United States. Check the official visa information for your nationality: rmiembassyus.org.
What are some things to do in the Marshall Islands on a tight budget?
Snorkeling Majuro's lagoon with your own gear is inexpensive, though Bikini Atoll's specialized diving expeditions are a significant fixed cost regardless of general budget preference.
Can I rent a car in the Marshall Islands, and what licence do I need?
Rental exists on Majuro but is barely necessary: the atoll has one road and shared taxis run it constantly for a flat fare. A foreign licence is generally accepted for visitors, with an International Driving Permit recommended alongside a licence not in English, and the minimum age is usually 21 to 25. Everything beyond Majuro is reached by boat or by Air Marshall Islands, whose schedules are subject to change. Confirm current arrangements with your accommodation before travelling.