Micronesia 5 Day Itinerary

Day 1: Yap

  • Place to Go: Colonia, the capital of Yap State, is a must-visit. The Rising Sun (Son’ONa) Dancers Cultural Show offers an insight into the rich local culture.
  • Activities: Visit the Giant Stone Money, unique to Yap Island, and explore the traditional village of Gagil. Snorkeling in the Yap Tunnels is also a popular activity.
  • Things to Know: The official currency of Yap is the U.S. dollar. The locals are known for their hospitality.
  • Visa Requirements: No visa is required for U.S., Canadian, Japanese, Australian, South Korean, and Western European citizens. Others should check with the Federal States of Micronesia immigration authorities.
  • Transportation: Yap International Airport (YAP) is the main gateway to the island. Local transport includes taxis, rented vehicles, and motorbikes.

Day 2: Kosrae

  • Place to Go: Visit the Tosiun Faschod (Loso-pa-mete) archaeological site, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and explore the underwater world of the WWII wreckage at Lelu Harbor.
  • Activities: Kosrae Cultural Village offers insights into the local culture. Scuba diving, snorkeling, and bird watching are popular activities.
  • Things to Know: The official currency is the U.S. dollar. English is widely spoken.
  • Visa Requirements: Same as Day 1.
  • Transportation: Kosrae Airport (KSA) is the main gateway to the island. Taxis and rented vehicles are available for local transport.

Day 3: Pohnpei

  • Place to Go: Visit Nan Madol, a sunken city and UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Sokehs Rock, a massive coral outcrop with cannons from WWII.
  • Activities: Explore the Pohnpei State Fish Aquarium, go hiking in the Kepirohi Waterfall Trail, or scuba dive at the Japanese Zero Plane Wreck site.
  • Things to Know: The official currency is the U.S. dollar. English and Pohnpeian are spoken.
  • Visa Requirements: Same as Day 1.
  • Transportation: Pohnpei International Airport (PPE) is the main gateway to the island. Taxis, rented vehicles, and motorbikes are available for local transport.

Day 4: Chuuk Lagoon

  • Place to Go: Explore the WWII shipwrecks in Chuuk Lagoon, a popular diving destination. Visit Eten Island’s traditional village and museum.
  • Activities: Scuba diving is the main activity here. You can also visit the Sinking of the Japanese Fleet Monument.
  • Things to Know: The official currency is the U.S. dollar. English is widely spoken.
  • Visa Requirements: Same as Day 1.
  • Transportation: Chuuk International Airport (Truk) is the main gateway to the island. Local transport includes boats and rented vehicles.

Day 5: Saipan

  • Place to Go: Visit the American Memorial Park, Saipan’s Banzai Cliff, and the Saipan World War II Museum.
  • Activities: Relax on the beautiful beaches like Tanapag Beach or Micro Beach. Scuba diving at the Japanese Tunnels is also popular.
  • Things to Know: The official currency is the U.S. dollar. English and Chamorro are spoken.
  • Visa Requirements: Same as Day 1.
  • Transportation: Saipan International Airport (SPN) is the main gateway to the island. Taxis, rented vehicles, and motorbikes are available for local transport.