Kiribati
Kiribati is an island nation scattered across the middle of the Pacific, and it's not easy to reach. Flights are rare, so you should allow plenty of time in your schedule.
- Currency
- AUD
Kiribati currency guide — today's rate & payment tips
Visa and entry rules change often. Check your government's travel advisory or the local embassy before you go.
Average temperature by month
Based on South Tarawa · 5-year average
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Top sights in Kiribati
Nature
Betio
Betio is an islet at the southwestern tip of Tarawa Atoll and the largest district of South Tarawa, Kiribati's capital. It was the site of fierce fighting during the Battle of Tarawa in World War II, making it worth a visit for history enthusiasts.
Nature
Bikeman Island
An island about 30 minutes by canoe from Betio that has been gradually submerged since the early 1990s and is now flooded knee-deep. It's a unique place to witness a disappearing island firsthand.
Temples & religious sites
Sacred Heart Cathedral
Sacred Heart Cathedral stands in South Tarawa, on Tarawa Atoll in Kiribati. It's a quiet piece of religious architecture in this South Pacific island nation, well worth a brief visit.
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Local data
Get an eSIM for Kiribati before you go
Activate mobile data with a QR code instead of swapping SIM cards. Buy it before departure and switch it on the moment you land.
Yesim
Saily
Drimsim
Check prices and availability on the booking sites.