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🗓 2 daysCapital atoll and WWII history.
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Traditional outer-island life. Abaiang is one of the highlights of any trip to Kiribati, and most travellers spend around 1–2 days here.
In Abaiang, explore temples, museums and the historic centre.
In Abaiang, slow down with cafés, spas and easy days.
Most visitors arrive in Kiribati via Tarawa (TRW), then continue to Abaiang by domestic flight, train, bus or road.
Plan for roughly $70–$450 per day. See the full Kiribati budget guide.