A 10-day trip to the Marshall Islands can be planned with a limited budget by following these steps:
- Book flights to Majuro, the capital of the Marshall Islands, as early as possible to take advantage of lower prices. Round trip flights from Hawaii or Guam can cost around $800 to $1000 USD.
- Once in Majuro, take a bus or taxi to your accommodation. Budget accommodations can be found for around $50 USD per night.
- On the first day, explore Majuro by visiting the local market, the historical sites such as the Japanese Peace Memorial, and the Majuro Cooperative Store.
- On the second day, take a boat trip to the nearby islands of Arno and Mili, where you can see traditional villages, go snorkeling, and spot various species of marine life. The cost for a day trip is around $50 USD.
- On the third day, take a flight to Kwajalein Atoll, where you can visit the Kwajalein Atoll Museum, the Japanese War Memorial and the Kwajalein WWII Memorial. Flights cost around $150 USD
- On the fourth day, take a day trip to the nearby island of Bikini Atoll, where you can explore the shipwrecks and the Bikini Atoll Nuclear Test Site. The cost for a day trip is around $100 USD.
- On the fifth day, take a flight back to Majuro, and spend the day exploring the city and its surroundings.
- On the sixth day, take a day trip to the beautiful Rongelap Atoll, where you can relax on the beach, go swimming and snorkeling, and see traditional villages. The cost for a day trip is around $100 USD.
- On the seventh day, take a flight back to Majuro, and spend the last three days exploring the city and its surroundings.
- On the eighth day, Take a trip to the nearby island of Ebeye, and spend the last two days exploring the island and its surroundings.
Overall the cost would be around $1300 to $1600 USD (depending on the cost of flight and accommodation)
Note: The prices are approximate, and may vary depending on factors such as time of year and availability of transportation and accommodations.