Kiribati

Kiribati is spread across a vast area of the central Pacific and includes one of the world's largest marine protected areas.

Country

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Useful facts for planning

Guide type Country

In this guide

Why go

Capital: South Tarawa

Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD)

Languages: English & Gilbertese

Best time: Apr–Oct

Weather: Tropical maritime; warm and humid year-round

Top attractions: South Tarawa • Kiritimati Island • Abaiang • Phoenix Islands Protected Area

Nature: coral atolls • lagoons • Pacific Ocean • reefs • marine protected areas

Quick fact: Kiribati is spread across a vast area of the central Pacific and includes one of the world's largest marine protected areas.