Fly to Pohnpei International Airport (PNI) on Deketik, connected by a causeway to the main island near Kolonia. The FSM Civil Aviation Division describes regular Guam- and Honolulu-linked inter-island connections; the Tourism Office identifies United Airlines Island Hopper services and Nauru Airlines as possible regional carriers. All actual days, transit points, baggage allowances, entry transit documents and connecting itineraries must be checked directly with the airline, since Pacific island services can be infrequent and change. A travel day in or out of Guam, Honolulu or another stop may be required, so avoid tight onward connections or a same-day dive after arrival. FSM Division of Civil Aviation | PNI; Pohnpei Tourism Office | Getting to Pohnpei.

International gateway on Deketik lagoon islet, joined to Pohnpei main island by a causeway. Near Kolonia, with hotels and operators in Kolonia/Nett. The civil aviation page is operational background, not a live flight status source. FSM Division of Civil Aviation | PNI.

Stay in or near Kolonia/Nett and arrange airport pickup, dive-boat pickup and land-tour transport before the travel day. The Tourism Office lists car rental providers and chauffeur services. Roads are not equivalent to continuous access around the coast: Nan Madol, waterfall paths, boat launches and island landings can involve tide, unpaved trail or private property. Do not infer that Ahnd and Pakin are road connected, and do not book a one-way transfer without a verified pickup plan. For remote excursions agree a written return contingency. Pohnpei Tourism Office | Car Rentals; Pohnpei Tourism Office | Tour Operators; Pohnpei Tourism Office | Nan Madol.

The FSM Embassy visitor information explains visitor entry and the special Compact treatment for qualifying U.S. citizens; many other visitors are commonly admitted for 30 days subject to immigration conditions. Do not assume a universal visa or passport-validity rule. Different government travel guidance has cited different validity periods, including at least 120 days beyond arrival and six months in other guidance. Verify directly with FSM immigration, your own government and each transit country, and use a conservative six-month passport-validity buffer where possible. Carry proof of onward/return travel, accommodation and funds as applicable. Immigration and airline rules may change; this guide is not a grant of entry. FSM Embassy | Visitors; U.S. Department of State | FSM Travel Advisory 2026.

Ask the chosen operator about current scuba and snorkel rentals, cylinder connections, boat oxygen, fill capacity, compressor availability, diver minimums, wetsuit sizes, fuel/rain surcharges and transport. The retained Club Pareo June 2026 notice flags changed prices from July; do not price a trip from old Japanese or agent brochures. Pack prescription masks and indispensable specialty equipment, a reef-safe light layer, reliable rain and sun protection and a charged offline emergency contact sheet. Check airline rules for dive lights, batteries and other restricted items. Surface-water participants need their own guide and fitted flotation where appropriate. Club Pareo | June 2026 Update (retained source); Pohnpei Tourism Office | Tour Operators; Pohnpei Tourism Office | Travel Information.

The United States dollar is the currency. Hotels, tour offices and larger merchants may accept cards, but marine permits, small purchases and customary landowner payments may require USD cash. Confirm accepted payment method and whether the airport departure charge is separately collected. This guide does not attempt speculative currency conversion. Pohnpei Tourism Office | Travel Information; Club Pareo | June 2026 Update (retained source).

The Pohnpei Tourism Office identifies ATM access through local banks around Kolonia, including Bank of Guam and Bank of the Federated States of Micronesia. Availability, card network compatibility, withdrawal limits and cash supply are not guaranteed at every time; carry a modest reserve of small notes before remote boat travel. No ATM access should be assumed at Ahnd or Pakin. Pohnpei Tourism Office | Travel Information.

Pohnpei visitor guidance describes roughly 110V supply with U.S.-type outlets. Check the label on chargers, especially high-power devices, and bring an adapter or dual-voltage equipment when needed. Generator or weather disruptions are possible; ask the property about charging and carry a power bank for boat days. The outlet and frequency overview is generalized and should be checked with lodging if your equipment is sensitive. Pohnpei Tourism Office | Travel Information; Pohnpei Ocean Cruise | Travel Information.

Communications

The Tourism Office lists FSM Telecommunications Corporation services and suggests asking the hotel about wireless access and international roaming. Mobile data and emergency telephone coverage should not be assumed across barrier reefs, remote atoll passages, rainforest valleys or the Pakin lagoon. Agree a boat radio/satellite backup, departure/return check-in and land-based contact before remote travel; download maps, operator contacts and medical information offline. Pohnpei Tourism Office | Travel Information; Pohnpei Tourism Office | Outer Atolls.

Language

Pohnpeian is a principal local language; English is widely used in tourism and government, while communities may have other local languages and customs. Ask permission before photography, respect village dress expectations and use a local guide for site/cultural access. A multilingual tour is not established unless the individual guide confirms it. FSM Division of Civil Aviation | PNI; Pohnpei Tourism Office | Travel Information.

Insurance

Purchase coverage specifically stating scuba diving at the depths and conditions you intend, with emergency medical evacuation from remote Micronesian islands and adequate limits for off-island transfer. For freediving, snorkeling-only charters and any remote atoll day, verify definitions and exclusions separately. The Japanese medical advisory (2024) did not identify operational local decompression treatment, and its 2026 status is unverified, so medical evacuation coverage is material. Bring insurer details and the DAN number offline. Japan Ministry of Foreign Affairs | FSM Medical Advisory; Divers Alert Network | Emergency Assistance.

Packing list

Bring passport/onward documents, light modest clothes for villages, grippy shoes for wet rock, rain shell, dry bags, mosquito and sun protection, reusable drinking water, spare prescription lenses and any indispensable dive/freedive gear. Carry emergency contacts and cash offline. For diving, ask what is truly available locally before relying on equipment rentals or nitrox. A lightweight suit is often used in tropical water but personal temperature tolerance and current water conditions vary. Keep batteries and lights compliant with airline carry-on rules. ; ; .

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