Beaches and Parks
James Palsis Marine Park (KOSRAE)
The James Palsis Marine Park offers visitors a look at some of Micronesia’s most pristine forests, mangrove and lagoon and sea-grass meadow ecosystems. Located between Tafunsak and Walung villages the Park is a community-based conservation area, recognized by the people and state of Kosrae for its outstanding and sustainable biodiversity. One may snorkel in crystal clear, 83 degree F waters over colorful reefs teeming with life, or stroll along the isolated beaches near Walung Village, which is only accessible by boat, or for the real adventurous, by foot over jungle trails forged by wild boar hunters. At the entrance to the Park, one may unwind at the newly completed picnic huts and have a BBQ, or just unwind and enjoy the aqua-blue waters moving in and out and the gentle breezes that consistently waft through. Toilet facilities and water available.
Utwe-Walung Marine Park (KOSRAE)
The Utwe-Walung Marine Park offers visitors a look at some of Micronesia’s oldest and most diverse mangrove forests, as well as a series of highly unique deep marine lakes, small islets, and back-water mangrove channels. Located between Utwe and Walung villages the Park is a community-based conservation area, recognized by the people and state of Kosrae for its outstanding and sustainable biodiversity. In 2005, the area was designated as the first UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in the Pacific. Take a canoe tour through the channel that runs the length from Utwe to Walung villages. You’ll be amazed at the natural wonders and peaceful solitude of this vast area.
Other Attractions
James Palsis Marine Park (KOSRAE)
The James Palsis Marine Park offers visitors a look at some of Micronesia’s most pristine forests, mangrove and lagoon and sea-grass meadow ecosystems. Located between Tafunsak and Walung villages the Park is a community-based conservation area, recognized by the people and state of Kosrae for its outstanding and sustainable biodiversity. One may snorkel in crystal clear, 83 degree F waters over colorful reefs teeming with life, or stroll along the isolated beaches near Walung Village, which is only accessible by boat, or for the real adventurous, by foot over jungle trails forged by wild boar hunters. At the entrance to the Park, one may unwind at the newly completed picnic huts and have a BBQ, or just unwind and enjoy the aqua-blue waters moving in and out and the gentle breezes that consistently waft through. Toilet facilities and water available.
Utwe-Walung Marine Park (KOSRAE)
The Utwe-Walung Marine Park offers visitors a look at some of Micronesia’s oldest and most diverse mangrove forests, as well as a series of highly unique deep marine lakes, small islets, and back-water mangrove channels. Located between Utwe and Walung villages the Park is a community-based conservation area, recognized by the people and state of Kosrae for its outstanding and sustainable biodiversity. In 2005, the area was designated as the first UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in the Pacific. Take a canoe tour through the channel that runs the length from Utwe to Walung villages. You’ll be amazed at the natural wonders and peaceful solitude of this vast area.
