Marshall Islands

Offering natural beauty and a rich culture. Pristine coral reefs, boasting at least 160 species of coral, as well as over 800 species of fish surrounding the islands, make the 'Marshalls' a premiere dive destination. Serene outer islands, abundant big game, bottom, and fly fishing conditions, and a multitude of World War II wrecks and sites unparalleled anywhere in the Pacific. Many of the atolls are also dotted with Flame of the Forest, Hibiscus and different-coloured flowers.

Understanding The Geography

The Marshall Islands, officially the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI), is a Micronesian island nation in the western Pacific Ocean, located north of Nauru and Kiribati, east of the Federated States of Micronesia and south of the U.S. territory of Wake Island.

The country consists of twenty-nine atolls and five isolated islands. The most important atolls and islands form two groups: the Ratak Chain and the Ralik Chain (meaning "sunrise" and "sunset" chains). Two-thirds of the nation's population lives on Majuro (which is also the capital) and Ebeye. The outer islands are sparsely populated due to lack of employment opportunities and economic development.

Climate Conditions

The climate is hot and humid, with a wet season from May to November. The islands occasionally suffer from typhoons.