Kiribati is an island nation located in the Pacific Ocean and it can be a bit challenging to plan a 30-day trip there on a limited budget. Here is a suggested itinerary for a budget-friendly trip to Kiribati:
Day 1-3: Arrive in Tarawa, the capital of Kiribati. The cost for two nights in a budget hotel in Tarawa is around $40. While in Tarawa, you can visit the WWII Memorials and the Bairiki National Stadium, and also take a walk along the Tarawa beach.
Day 4-6: Take a domestic flight to Kiritimati (Christmas Island). The cost for the flight should be around $200. Kiritimati is known for its beautiful beaches and marine life, including a variety of fish and turtles. You can also visit the London District, which is a replica of an English village. The cost for two nights in a budget hotel in Kiritimati is around $40.
Day 7-9: Take a domestic flight to Abemama. The cost for the flight should be around $200. Abemama is known for its traditional villages, crystal-clear waters, and sandy beaches. You can also visit the Marakei Island and Abaiang Island. The cost for two nights in a budget hotel in Abemama is around $40.
Day 10-12: Take a domestic flight to Butaritari. The cost for the flight should be around $200. Butaritari is known for its beautiful beaches, traditional villages and the WWII Memorial. You can also visit the Bikati Beach and the Blue Lagoon. The cost for two nights in a budget hotel in Butaritari is around $40.
Day 13-15: Take a domestic flight to Nonouti. The cost for the flight should be around $200. Nonouti is known for its beautiful beaches and the traditional villages. You can also visit the Nonouti Island and the Tabiang Island. The cost for two nights in a budget hotel in Nonouti is around $40.
Day 16-18: Take a domestic flight to Tabuaeran. The cost for the flight should be around $200. Tabuaeran is known for its beautiful beaches and crystal-clear waters. You can also visit the Tabuaeran Island and the Tebua Tarawa Island. The cost for two nights in a budget hotel in Tabuaeran is around $40.
Day 19-21: Take a domestic flight to Teraina. The cost for the flight should be around $200. Teraina is known for its beautiful beaches and the traditional villages. You can also visit the Teraina Island and the Rawaki Island. The cost for two nights in a budget hotel in Teraina is around $40.
Day 22-24: Take a domestic flight to Banaba. The cost for the flight should be around $200. Banaba is known for its beautiful beaches and the traditional villages. You can also visit the Ocean Island and the Banaba Island. The cost for two nights in a budget hotel in Banaba is around $40.
Day 25-27: Take a domestic flight back to Tarawa. The cost for the flight should be around $200. Spend your last three days in Tarawa relaxing on the beach and doing some last-minute shopping and packing before your departure.
Total cost for the 30-day trip would be around $2000, including accommodation, transportation, and some meals. It’s worth noting that Kiribati is a remote island nation, and traveling there can be expensive, also it’s hard to find budget-friendly accommodation and transportation options. This itinerary is based on the assumption that you’ll be staying in budget hotels and taking domestic flights, which will be the most expensive part of the trip. However, prices may vary depending on the time of year and availability of flights. It’s also important to note that this itinerary covers just a small part of the island nation and there are many other islands and atolls to explore in Kiribati. It’s recommendable to research the prices of different airlines and look for deals to save on the cost of flights.