Yaren

Getting to Yaren

The Australian offshore detention centre operating on the island means that there are always a lot of Australian government staff staying at the island's two small hotels and filling seats on the flights to and from Nauru (especially the direct flight to and from Brisbane). This, in combination with the visa requirement, means that you probably should plan and book your trip a few months ahead.

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   Nauru International Airport

Worth seeing

The Nauru experience is pretty much the exact opposite of all the typical South Pacific island clichés. If you're looking for sandy beaches, cool ocean breezes, and pristine blue waters, you'll find precious little of the sort. In fact, if you're looking for pretty much anything that can be described as flashy or tourist-oriented, you're out of luck.

Things to do

Nauru is one of the few countries in the world you can walk around the whole perimeter of in a reasonable time. A sealed road goes all the way around the island and driving takes about 25 minutes non-stop. A bicycle ride takes 2-3 hours, and a walk maybe 6 hours.

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   Linkbelt Oval

   Many beaches on Nauru are shallow, rocky and not very suitable for swimming.

Where to eat

Most food is imported from Australia and arrives by ship or air, usually once every six to eight weeks. You can find western and Asian (primarily Chinese) food. Because of the tropical climate dishes might not be as heavy and hearty as the original versions. As not all ingredients may be available, dishes are often rather simple. Since Nauru is an island nation, seafood is very popular in its restaurants.

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   Fast

   At Capelle's supermarket, in the north of the island.

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   Kasuo

   Serves mostly fish and fried rice and noodles.

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   Anibare
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   The Bay Restaurant

   Specialising in fish dishes, but has pizza and Indian food.

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   Oriental

   Different Asian food (Thai, Indian, Chinese).

Getting around Yaren the local way