On land, on sea or even under the ocean, Guam’s got it all. Let the inner kid in you loose, or bring the family to enjoy a nighttime ferris wheel or bumper car ride, or head down the Piti Bomb Holes. Snorkel with the fishes or walk the ocean floor with a diver’s helmet; or you can take a submarine and do it all while staying dry.

Magic Shows
Modern-day magicians put on spectacular magic shows in dazzling showrooms and intimate theaters in Tumon. Let yourself be mystified and thrilled by the tricks and illusions in these family-friendly shows.

THE MAGIC OF GUAM DINNER SHOW
The Magic of Guam Dinner Show is a great budget-friendly option for the entire family. Hosted by Hank Rice, a comedy magician who has lived in both Guam and Japan and is a seasoned professional entertainer. Master Illusionist JD Iriarte was born on Guam and has spent the last 20 years in Hollywood, California. He has traveled the world honing his signature style of close-up street magic that has now been infused with stage illusions. This unique family-friendly show will amaze you with incredible illusions and funny comedy. There are also numerous opportunities for you or your child to be a part of the fun on stage.

The dinner show includes a delicious all-you-can-eat buffet complete with dessert. The Magic Of Guam showroom seating arrangement has been specifically designed to ensure that everyone has a perfect view of the stage and performance platform. To complete your experience, the stars of the show along with some of their friendly animals will happily take pictures with you after the show.

DREAM
The island’s largest magic and entertainment show, DREAM, is a unique combination of grand illusions by master SandCastle magicians, Chris & Ryan. “DREAM” is produced and created by Mark Baldyga, CEO & Chairman of SandCastle, in collaboration with well-known director, Christopher Childers, who has worked with world famous shows and artists like Cirque du Soleil and Madonna.

DREAM features amazing magic illusions, white tigers, beautiful dancers and more. SandCastle’s recent renovations include illusionary stages, a majestic 500-seat showroom, and dynamic lighting and audio systems. From the Casual Plan to the VIP Plan, SandCastle offers various packages to suit every guest’s needs. Experience the spectacular Las Vegas style show from anywhere in the breathtaking theater. From the front row to stadium seats, you’ll enjoy each exciting moment with all of your senses.

ENCORE! WHERE THE MAGIC HAPPENS
Encore! Where the Magic Happens is a brand new show housed inside a newly renovated theater at the picturesque Fiesta Resort Guam. The show features Renowned Master Magician Anthony Reed, this time teaming up with Award-winning Silent Comedian Mr. Robb and the circus artistry of Ian Faraonel to present a dynamic evening of thrilling magic and illusions, laugh-out-loud comedy, and wondrous feats of the human body. The show also features Guam’s only white lion, Rio! Since its debut last October, the show has captivated audiences and has already racked up an average 5-star rating on TripAdvisor!

The combination of acts in the show is a perfect balance of intense illusion, comedy relief and entertaining stunts, but it’s not a show without music & lights! The state-of-the-art theater is the perfect size for both the audience and the performers. There is a lot of crowd participation incorporated in the show, which creates an atmosphere that makes you feel like everyone in the theater – including yourself – are all part of the magic. The size of the theater, along with the fact that only drinks and light snacks are being served, ensures that all focus is directed on the performance.

All of the performances are family-friendly and appropriate for all ages. You can easily pair the amazing Encore! Where the Magic Happens show with any one of Guam’s best dinner options.

MAGIC ROCKS
Welcome to the world of Nabil Murday, producer and star of Magic Rocks at Westin Resort Guam. Magic Rocks is an unforgettable dining and show experience that is available as a Show Only option or together with dinner at Prego restaurant or Taste buffet. After enjoying a savory meal with beautiful sunset views of Tumon Bay, guests are brought next door to the Magic Rocks Theater.

Magic Rocks Theater is an intimate 37-seat theater, where every seat gets a close-up view of the astonishing illusions and magic of Nabil and his lovely assistant. The show is family friendly, with opportunities to participate in some of the acts and picture taking with Nabil after the show.

Valley of the Latte
To experience a side of Guam’s beauty that extends beyond its pristine beaches and crystal waters, head south to the Valley of the Latte Adventure Park and enjoy an award-winning, top-rated attraction that combines nature, local wildlife, ancient Chamorro history, and traditional practices into a unique island experience suitable for guests of all ages.

The park offers an array of exciting activities and interesting attractions including the Adventure River Cruise (Guam’s only specialty inland boat tour focusing on Guam’s culture and wetland preserves); Kayak Adventure Tour, fishing, stand-up paddle boarding, carabao rides, botanical garden, basket weaving, fire-starting, plantation tours, and more.

A two-time recipient of the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence, Valley of the Latte Adventure Park has also received awards for Guam’s Best Optional Tour and Guam’s Most Outstanding Attraction. By combining adventure with education, the Valley of the Latte Adventure Park provides a unique opportunity for guests to not only learn but to also participate, in Chamorro cultural activities all while surrounded by Guam’s natural beauty.

GUAM MUSEUM
Take a walk through Guam history by visiting the brand new permanent exhibit at the Senator Antonio M. Palomo Guam Museum and Chamorro Educational Facility in Hagåtña. This 6,200 square foot (576m²) gallery, located on the second floor of the Guam Museum, is the first of its kind on the island, featuring interactive, state-of-the-art technology and the most complete display of Guam’s history and culture in the Chamorro language to date.

The exhibit is designed to educate and entertain audiences of varying ages, backgrounds, and languages. Over 300 curated artifacts, thousands of images, multiple audios, and short films have been carefully pieced together in seven different galleries to guide visitors through the historical, Chamorro narrative of Guam. Descriptive panels are written in English and Chamorro and are accompanied by QR codes that translate the text into Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, and Korean.

In Galleries 1, 2 and 3, the journey through time begins in the Queuing Room. Beyond the floor-to-ceiling mural of “Fo’na Creating the People of Guam”, is a gallery filled with local artwork, in various mediums, depicting notable eras from Guam’s history, culture, and society. A video of Governor Eddie Calvo greets visitors as they make their way through the artwork toward the Orientation Theater. The short film shown in the mini theater transports you instantly into ancient Chamorro past, beginning with an animated creation story of Guam, and then transitions to live action, to show how the seafaring Chamorros came to settle on the island.

THE HISTORY OF THE GUAM MUSEUM
STARTING A MUSEUM.
The idea of creating a museum for Guam started many years ago. In 1926 the Guam Teachers Association, led by Dr. Ramon Sablan, a physician and teacher best known as the author of the “Guam Hymn,” asked residents and friends of Guam to start collecting their antiques and other artifacts for a museum that would protect their history and Chamorro culture. The editor of the Guam Recorder, one of the earliest publications printed and circulated on Guam, also called for the opening of a museum.

From 1924 to 1926, the Honolulu-based Bishop Museum employed amateur archeologist Hans Hornbostel to collect specimens from Guam and the northern Mariana Islands. Hornbostel shipped many artifacts—some over 3,000 years old—including pottery, fishhooks, latte stones (stone pillars) and even human skeletal remains to Hawaii. A Guam museum was seen as a way to ensure that these items could be returned and that the documents and objects important to the history and pre-history of the Chamorro people could be protected for future generations.

Established in 1932 when Governor Edmund Root authorized the use of a small building at the Paza de Espana in Hagatna, the Guam Museum was operated by the Guam-based American Legion Mid-Pacific Post 1, which opened the doors of the museum the following year. Hiram Elliott served as the first director and Joaquin T. Aguon as the first curator. Elliott appealed to the public to see “the most interesting and curious artifacts of the ancient Chamorro civilization.” Around this time the Bishop Museum returned a portion of the skeletal remains and artifacts originally collected by Hornbostel. The Legion operated the museum for three years, offering tours for transient visitors to Guam until 1936 when the museum was formally turned over to the naval government. The Navy then recruited Margaret Higgins, a naval officer’s wife, as the museum’s curator. From 1937 to 1941, Agueda Iglesias Johnston was the museum committee member in charge of the ancient Chamorro collections. From these simple beginnings the museum underwent several transformations.

The onset of World War II and the occupation of Guam by Japanese Imperial forces saw many of the artifacts removed from the museum and taken to Japan. The building itself was destroyed from heavy bombing during the American liberation of Guam in 1944. The postwar reconstruction of the island saw the recovery of some items from the museum’s collections, but no immediate plans to rebuild the museum itself.

Fish Eye Marine Park
Step onto our pier and out into spectacular Piti bay. Our 1000-foot long wooden boardwalk has covered rest areas where you can stop and watch the fish and enjoy the fresh ocean air. Down below tropical fish dart through the coral reefs. Blue waters in every shade of aqua highlight your jaunt out to Micronesia’s only undersea observatory. And in late afternoon, you can also marvel at the beauty of the western sunset.

Once at the observatory, the 360-degree upper deck allows you to enjoy see the ocean, the coral reefs, outer barrier reef and Guam’s majestic mountains. The air-conditioned inner vestibule has a selection of marine art. You can then walk down our spiral staircase to the lower deck. You are now safely beneath the sea and can view the ocean world from 24 windows (16 rectangular and 8 round). Here, dry and comfortable, you will see Piti’s amazing marine life and underwater coral gardens.

Watch as our divers attract some of the 200-plus species of fish that call our location home. Brilliant yellow butterflyfish, silvery jacks, curious snapper and odd trumpetfish all pass by the windows. This is one of the most important places on the island for fish to mate, hatch, grow in the protection of the corals and also get cleaned. Undersea cleaning stations can be seen from many of the observatory windows. Here small fish preen parasites from larger fish, an important act on the reef.

After watching the fascinating reef action, you can again enjoy the upper deck and stroll back at your leisure. Just across the street is our restaurant. Marvel at the natural setting and waterfall and pile your plate high with our buffet lunch. Set next to a cliff line and melodic waterfall, the island ambiance is soothing. Come visit our special Pacific gift shop full of crafts, T-shirts, photographer Tim Rock products and great souvenirs.

Tour the living past, experience our culture and traditions, dive into adventure and so much more!
TEN WAYS TO DISCOVER AND EXPERIENCE GUAM

1. Submerge yourself in history
Explore the cultural village at Gef Pa’go located in Inarajan and experience how life was like in the early days of the island. At the Valley of the Latte in Talofofo reenactments make the past come alive while ancient customs and traditions are open for discovery.

2. Tour the living past
Guam’s many historical landmarks include churches, forts, historical trails and ancient archaeological sites that immerse the visitor in history and bring our guests into contact with landmarks that are hundreds, and in some cases thousands of years old.

3. Dive into adventure
The clear and pristine waters that surround Guam are world-class places for diving and snorkeling with some of the most unique and diverse sites available anywhere. Exotic and breathtaking locations are coupled with hundreds of species of aquatic life to deliver an unforgettable dive or snorkeling experience.

4. Drive onto the fairway
With seven courses designed by some of the game’s greats, the golfing experience on Guam is one of a kind with our greens winding through the hills against the backdrop of lush jungle foliage and foaming surf crashing against the reefs.

5. Share in our traditions and culture
The friendly and welcoming people of Guam love to celebrate, and nowhere is that more visible than during our village fiestas (or gatherings) and at Chamorro Village in Hagåtña every Wednesday night, with both events featuring great food, live music and a vibrant display of local culture.

6. Shop for luxuries & gifts duty-free
Guam has some of the worlds most luxurious and famous designers with boutiques located in Tumon. We have three large malls, many smaller stores and even night markets where local arts and crafts can be found. What makes this wide selection of shopping opportunities even better is that all retail purchases on Guam are tax-free!

7. Explore the nightlife
At night the bars, clubs and lounges of Guam come alive and pulsate with energy. Local DJs, bands and jazz combos cover all ranges of music for the guests behind our action-packed bars, modern dance floors and supple lounges.

8. Find a unique item made only on Guam
Purchasing products made on Guam presents opportunities to own unique, handcrafted items made with skill and dedication by local artisans. Owning original art and handicrafts, exquisite jewelry and masterful woodwork are excellent ways to preserve your memories of Guam.

9. Relax under the sun or in the spa
Whether it is on the shores of our scenic beaches, the deck of our fantastic pools or water parks or under the hands of an expert masseuse, Guam has a way of getting our guests to relax.

10. Enjoy the unique island cuisine
Guam is an island that has everything to offer the culinary adventurous. Although having a diverse array of food from around the world at our shops and restaurants, Guam is especially known for its unique island cuisine combining Asian, Spanish and Pacific Island influences into a fusion only found on Guam.

Baysuntau

On the south-western spur of the Gissar range, in the Surkhandarya region, there is the world-famous Baysuntau range, which attracts adventurers with its huge caves, deep canyons and Alpine meadows. By the way, the huge fossilized dinosaur tracks were found here and the notorious Teshik-Tash cave, where the burial of a Neanderthal girl was discovered in the last century, is located there.

After crossing the hot steppes of Baysuntau, you find yourself in the fantastic, magical settlements, the names of which are so full of magic: Kafirun, Derbend, Padang, Rabat. Walnut groves are replaced by juniper forests, alpine meadows delight the eye with their bright green, spreading like a carpet on the slopes. The crystal water of the rivers breathes life into all living things around.

The locals cultivate the land in the old way – drawn by horses and plows. Here the houses are decorated with handmade carpets, bright suzanas, and local clothes and shoes with a variety of embroidered ornaments. Almost all houses have a tandoor – an oven, where bread is baked. Everything in this region is done manually. Blacksmiths masters of Surkhandarya are famed for their skills.

Guam Nightlife
Guam abounds with nightlife, suitable for all ages. Family fun could include the Chamorro Village Wednesday Night Market, which offers food and the chance to bring locally made products home. Take a stroll through Tumon and visit one of the many welcoming displays found especially during the holiday season.

If it’s bars and clubs, Tumon is the place to be, offering live music, lounge singers and DJs as well as a host of places to dance. Check out the local newspapers to find out if any visiting bands will be performing. There are also a few web sites dedicated to keeping people informed about who’s doing what and where.

Shopping in Guam
Guam is deservedly known as an island with a rich history, a place of vibrant culture and an exciting playground for adventure. For those who love exploring both the memories of the past and the possibilities of the present, Guam will not keep you wanting. At the same time, however, Guam also has an eye concentrated towards tomorrow and a committed dedication to living in the mood of the next moment.

Perhaps no industry on Guam exemplifies this mood more expressively and completely than our robust shopping and high end retail scene, where international fashion houses, world renowned brands, friendly retail staff and exciting tax free deals await, especially during holiday season at year’s end.

Tumon is undeniably the center of Guam’s fashion and shopping universe, with a numerous collection of boutiques within several stores including The DFS Guam Galleria, The Plaza along The Pleasure Island strip and the Tumon Sands Plaza. A brief walk or trolley ride along Pale San Vitores Road offers access to a world of style within the span of just a few blocks. Here luxury, elegance and fashion forward trends come together in air conditioned harmony, and the tune is always a sweet one.

Beyond Tumon, Guam has more shopping in store with three large malls: The Agana Shopping Center in Hagåtña, Guam Premier Outlets in Tamuning, and Micronesia Mall in Dededo. Each of these malls has a distinct flavor, and a different shopping experience is waiting within each. With an amazing amount of retail space to satisfy even the choosiest visitor to our shores, whatever one is looking for, it’s a good bet they will find it on Guam.

Furthermore, Guam has an ace in hand that makes it an irresistible winner with international shoppers: shopping on Guam is duty free. Tax free shopping just makes the game more exciting.

World War II Sites
Guam is home to more than a dozen World War II sites. Each offers a unique perspective on the war. Many are accessible only on foot via hiking trails, so make sure you are prepared with suitable clothing, footwear, sunscreen, and water. And of course, a camera can be one of the best ways to capture history, allowing you to share this special part of your vacation for years to come.

Historical Background
Although Guam is now an island territory of the United States with a significant military presence, it has not always been an American stronghold. During World War II, its location about 900 miles north of the equator in the Western Pacific made Guam immeasurably valuable to both the Axis and Allied Powers. Guam played a pivotal role in the war and remains a great place to explore history firsthand.

The island has been a possession of the United States since 1898, except for a brief period beginning when the Japanese seized control in December 1941. In July 1944, U.S. Marines landed on both sides of Guam, and by early August their counterattacks had taken a serious toll on Japanese troops, solidifying the U.S. forces’ trek to victory.

Overview of Diverse Sites
History buffs and novices alike could spend days or even weeks delving into Guam’s past as a crucial battleground in World War II.

Dive to explore underwater shipwrecks, or walk a grassy hillside to discover intact weapons shelters. Visit solemn memorials to Japanese and U.S. soldiers. Pay your respects at the sites of the Tinta and Faha massacre that claimed the lives of nearly 50 Chamorro men and women. Guam is also home to the only National Park Service facility dedicated to the Pacific Theater of World War II.

Please be aware, there are two facilities (Andersen Air Force Base and Naval Station Historic Sites) that can only be toured with valid military identification or through a sponsor.

Historical landmarks, coupled with the natural beauty of Guam, offer numerous sights of interest. Latte, which served as foundation pillars for the thatched huts of the Chamorros, are found in parks and out-of-the-way jungle areas. The graceful remains of Spanish buildings, the Plaza De España, and stone bridges may be seen in Hagåtña, Guam’s capital. In other locations throughout the island, the Spanish influence is clearly visible in the architectural design of Guam’s southern homes and villages.

The list of Guam’s attractions is virtually endless. Follow the links under our main “Sightseeing Guam” tab to explore landmarks in central, southern and northern Guam, along with our capital city of Hagåtña. We can’t wait until you start exploring our island!

Tarague
Tarague is a geographic place name given to the northern littoral of the island of Guam, between Mergagan Point to the west and Tagua Point to the east. The landscape at Tarague consists of the sea and coral reef, the lagoon and coastal plain, a limestone beach and towering limestone cliff.

The vegetation at Tarague, several species of trees, shrubs, vines, ferns and grasses, including the valued ifil hardwood. Freshwater is available in the form of a porous water lens that can be reached through digging wells. There is also a limestone cave with fresh water at Tarague. A number of surge channels created by freshwater runoff are present along the coastal margin.

The presence of pictographs (cave wall drawings) inside a limestone cave at Tarague was initially noted by Hans Hornbostel in the 1920s. Currently, Tarague is located within the Andersen Air Force Base, and access to the Tarague area is restricted.

Talofofo
The municipality of Talofofo is located in south-central Guam on the eastern coast of the island. The area extends from the shore and deep into the interior valleys along the Ugum and Talofofo Rivers. The name of the ancient village of Talofofo probably has its origin from the phrase “entalo’ i fe’fo’,” which means “between the cliffs,” or even from the word “fo’fo’,” which means a bubbling stream.

Archeologists believe most of the pre-Spanish era inhabitants lived in settlements along the Ugum and Talofofo Rivers. Artifacts in the Talofofo Caves indicate these sites were occupied and used as well, if only seasonally or for short periods at a time.

After the Spanish reducción of the late 1600s which displaced the Chamorro natives from the northern villages and the other Mariana Islands, the residents of Talofofo were presumably shifted to Inarajan and the main village was abandoned.

Years before the first American administration of Guam in the early 1900s, people had already been moving back into the Talofofo area to farm and hunt. Small plantations had been set up along the valley of the Talofofo River. Latte sites, however, still were visible in different parts of the valley, but were largely avoided. In 1912, a chapel supposedly was built close to the mouth of the Talofofo River. By 1918, the Naval governor William Gilmer appointed a commissioner for Talofofo, and the residents decided to move their village up to the plateau.

Although Talofofo was previously considered part of Inarajan by January 1931, Inarajan was divided into two districts. Talofofo was designated north of the Talofofo, Ugum, As Mulato and Atate Rivers, while the district of Inarajan was to the south. However, the area remained largely unoccupied, with few houses, and used mostly as ranch land.

During World War II, Talofofo Bay was one of the landing points for the invading Japanese forces on 10 December 1941, although the original landing site was supposed to be Ylig Bay. By 1944, the Japanese had begun to fortify the island in anticipation of the arrival of American forces, and built gun placements and pillboxes in the cliffs near the bay.

After the war, the American military government built the new community of Talofofo in the hills where it now stands.

Tourist attractions in Talofofo include the jungle riverboat cruise which transports visitors inland from Talofofo Bay to a cultural village display and latte site. The inland hills are also popular for hiking and off-roading activities.

Sumay
Sumay’s history dates before the Spanish colonial period, although not much is known about its pre-contact history. When the Spanish proclaimed Guam as theirs, Sumay’s chieftain was supposedly among those who held strong opposition to the Spanish colonizers, although the Spanish government eventually gained control. Sumay, like other villages, was centered around the Catholic church.

The Spaniards kept a settlement at Sumay, and its easy access to San Luis de Apra Harbor made it a favorite anchorage town for whalers and other sailors. Sumay grew into a thriving little port town in the 1800s.

Much of the naval shipping operations were situated along this coastal village when the American government took over. The Trans-Pacific Cable Company anchored its station at Sumay in 1903, linking Guam with both Asia and the United States. Pan American Airways landed its China Clipper at Sumay in 1935, and built Guam’s first hotel there.

Because military shipping and communications centered around Sumay, it was one of the first areas to be bombed when the Japanese attacked on December 8, 1941. The people of Sumay fled and scattered inland to their small ranches in the jungles.

After World War II was over the Navy did not allow the Sumay residents to reclaim their home, saying they needed the property for U.S. Naval Base, Guam. The former Sumay residents were eventually relocated to the newly created village of Santa Rita.

Spanish Forts
In order to protect Spain’s interests in Guam and its Pacific trade routes, several fortifications were constructed to defend the island. Beginning with the first stockade in Hagåtña in 1671 and ending with the semi-reductos (half-enclosed parapets) in 1835, the Spanish administration built fourteen fortifications of various types and dimensions on Guam. Most of these defensive structures were open batteries designed for cannons to fire through embrasures. Six fortifications were constructed in the village of Hagåtña. Four fortifications were built to protect Umatac Bay. Three fortifications were built to defend Apra Harbor and one unnamed battery was assembled in Merizo to protect the anchorage outside the village.

Haputo
Haputo, which covers 252 acres of coral reef and limestone forest, was designated an ecological reserve in 1984. Haputo is also listed in the Guam and National Registers of Historic Places.

Historic accounts from the early Spanish era mention that the village of Haputo (sometimes spelled Apoto) was burned in 1678 by Spanish soldiers. In 1680 the surviving residents of Haputo and all the other northern villages of Guam were forced to relocate to Hagåtña.

Although the village was abandoned, it still was recognized by name and located on early European maps of Guam.

Spas on Guam are well equipped to handle your every aesthetic and therapeutic need. Choose from a variety of establishments that specialize in foot or full-body massage, foot reflexology and more. Relax and melt away in a wet or dry sauna, and invigorate your body with a bubbling Jacuzzi. Allow yourself to float away after a full body or facial treatment, and let Guam’s experts bring you back fully refreshed and rejuvenated.

Guam has seven publicly accessible golf courses, ranging from the relatively easy, low-hazard fairways of the Starts Guam Golf Resort to the challenging holes found everywhere else.

Visit the Guam International Country Club up north for a round at the local municipal, or visit the internationally acclaimed 36 holes at the LeoPalace Golf Resort in central Guam.

The Onward Mangilao Golf Course, also located in central Guam, offers one of the prettiest – and riskiest – holes in the Pacific with its signature No. 12, which goes over the ocean to a tiny green.

Down south are the final three courses – the Windward Hills Country Club, a blue-collar course that demands control of the short game; the Country Club of the Pacific, which favors long hitters and accurate putters; and the Onward Talofofo Golf Course, which requires a golfer’s complete game and attention to score low.

Regardless of the course chosen, any new golfer to Guam is sure to have a wonderful time.

GOLF COURSES
Guam boasts top-level golf courses throughout the island. All the courses have pro and specialty shops at their clubhouses.

Crystalized waves and fun water activities make Guam’s sandy white beaches the perfect vacation getaway. Pack your swimsuit and sun-screen and enjoy Guam’s endless number of beach options.

Tumon is known for its beautiful beaches along its shores. Many hotels on the beach side provide bungalows for activities like banana boating and kayaking. These water activities provide an excellent opportunity to experience the waters of Guam firsthand. If you are not in such an adventurous mood, the vibrant colors and soothing sounds provide an excellent environment for lounging on the sand while achieving the perfect sun-kissed skin. If you decide to dip in for a swim, the waters are calm enough for relaxation while providing sufficient waves for beach play. If the daytime scene isn’t convincing enough, the sunsets will take your breath away. Shades of orange and pink contrast against the deepening shade of the ocean to create the perfect ambiance for a romantic walk on the beach.

Guam’s world-renowned beaches are famous for the perfect temperature of the waters. It isn’t too hot or too cold. You can comfortably enjoy swimming in the cool waters as you take in the gorgeous view of palm trees and ocean.

ADVENTURE RIVER CRUISE
Valley of the Latte delivers a unique and once in a lifetime experience. As you travel along the Talofofo and Ugum Rivers, you will be transported to another time at the heart of Guam. Knowledgeable, friendly, and entertaining guides will share the rich history and culture of the Ancient Latte site, the local waters, the local wildlife, and ensure that you are smiling from start to finish. You will be welcomed by our living village, and guided through a breathtaking botanical garden and watch as canoes are hand crafted by Ulitao. The experience only gets better as our guides demonstrate how ancient Chamorros started their fires and show you traditional basket weaving techniques. The longer you are here, the more you realize, that this is the best way to experience Guam.

Valley of the Latte is Guam’s most popular eco-friendly destination, providing excellent service and quality, fun-filled activities for travelers of all ages. Valley of the Latte was awarded the Golden Latte Award for the Most Outstanding Optional Tourism Tour on Guam 2016 and the Certificate of Excellence 2017 from TripAdvisor. The Valley is the place chosen by the people of Guam to celebrate the rich cultural heritage of the island and share it’s beauty with visitors of all ages.

Over the years, thousands of guests and visitors to Guam have loved exploring the heart of the island and the Talofofo and Ugum rivers with us! We take pride in being Guam’s only true eco-friendly and sustainable island extravaganza filled with all of the adventures one can imagine on land and in the waters. The Valley offers a variety of safe and exciting tropical adventures for the intrepid traveler, romantic couple escape, or childhood adventure of a lifetime. It is sure to keep you returning for more. We have also served as venue to special days such as weddings, school field trips, birthdays, company retreats, and more.

Guam has become a tropical destination of choice for travelers from Asia, the United States and even Europe. Despite the rich history of Spanish influence and World War II significance, the attractions lie in adventure for many visitors to our island. With fun and safety at the top of the list, you can find everything from the sky to under the sea to keep your adrenaline running on our island. Explore the activities below to find something that appeases your adventure needs – no matter what your age. Experience paradise – Guam awaits you.

With its endless summer climate, man-made and natural sports facilities and myriad options to explore all, Guam is the perfect destination for sports and adventure.

Guam Snorkeling
There is no need for diving equipment to have a great time in Guam’s tranquil waters. The beautiful underwater gardens of Guam provide great snorkeling areas for those in search of an unforgettable adventure. Numerous snorkeling areas around the island are sites of colorful and diverse aquatic life in Guam’s cool and refreshing waters.

Popular snorkeling spots include Gun Beach, Ypao Beach, and the Spanish Steps to name a small few. Gun Beach is a beach paradise in Northern Guam and is home to one of Guam’s prettiest beaches. The serene waters make for safe and enjoyable snorkeling experience. Ypao Beach is located at the southern end of Tumon Bay and is one of Guam’s marine reserves. This natural aquarium is a spot to enjoy the multitude of colorful fish and coral gardens. The Spanish Steps is a beach site that is considered one of the more breathtaking snorkeling spots on island. Over-arching cliffs and a beautiful view of the vast Pacific Ocean surrounds the picturesque and shallow waters. There are dozens more snorkeling sites to choose from dispersed throughout the scenic island of Guam.

Snorkeling in Guam’s waters is an experience that you will cherish for a lifetime. It is not only an adventure, but each spot is accessible free-of-charge. Have a great time and save your cash for many of the other fun and exciting island experiences available to you.

Guam Fishing
On an island surrounded by water, Guam can be as much fun at sea as it is on dry land.

Fishing is as popular now as it was in the old days, when Guam’s ancestors were fishing for a living. Through cultural tours, visitors to Guam can learn all about the various types of net fishing such as the throw net or gill net. Those who prefer a more hands-on experience can do trolling or bottom fishing, available from an array of fishing companies.

Guam’s charters offer yearlong sea game of mahi mahi, tuna, wahoo and sailfish within minutes after leaving the dock. Customers need only arrive with a towel, some sunblock and the faith that they will strike.

Join boat captains who are familiar with Guam’s waters and know exactly where the fish are biting. Learn more about the mechanics of fishing, Guam’s sea conditions, and the nature of the fish that live in our waters.

Many boat charters offer a choice or combination of fishing, historical sightseeing, dolphin watching and more.

Treat yourself to an ocean view of Cetti Bay (otherwise only available via a mountainous hike), or the Spanish Bridge at Sella Bay. There’s also Fouha Rock, home to the creation legend of Guam.

If it’s free diving or snorkeling you want, Guam’s captains will take you to the calmest spots with the best underwater views.

Guam Dolphin Watching
It is no question that Guam’s waters are riddled with an active sea life. If you want a deeper experience of life beyond Guam’s beaches, consider venturing into the world of dolphins. Dolphin watching is a popular activity on Guam. A boat will take you along the currents of the ocean to catch a glimpse of these majestic creatures. The trip out to dolphin watching sites only takes a few minutes and during this time, you can take in the view of the breathtaking horizon.

Several outfits bring guests out on dolphin watching adventures. If you are in the mood to bask in the glory of these soulful animals, this is one of many boats that can take you to see these graceful creatures. Explore the world of dolphins in their natural habitat and spend a day beneath the blue of the tide

Dolphins are a gentle species so it’s safe to bring children along too. Your kids will love to see the pods of dolphins glide through the waters.

Not many people can say they’ve had the opportunity to dolphin watch out on Guam waters. It’s a great experience and you will be taking unforgettable memories away with you.

Guam Water Parks
Guam’s tropical weather provides an excellent opportunity to take advantage of the various waterparks the island has to offer. Grab your sunscreen and swim gear and get ready to explore the adventures each waterpark has in store.

Tarza Waterpark has the largest array of waterslides. Depending on how brave you are, you can choose from a slide with a 50-foot drop to other less gutsy options like the MasterBlaster black. Onward Waterpark is another waterpark that offers a variety of activities. The Manta is a popular ride that takes passengers, both solo and in groups, back and forth on a 50 foot slide. As your heart sinks into your stomach, the rush of the ride convinces you to do it over and over again.

One of the things these two parks have in common is their lazy river. It is the perfect place to sunbathe or to simply sit back and relax on your inner tube as the water pulls you along the river. Pacific Islands Club also has a lazy river to lounge around in the sun. One thing that sets PIC apart from the other two parks is that it also has a large river for kayaking.

Whether you are in the mood for adventure or just in the mood to relax, waterparks are always a fun option when you vacation on the beautiful island of Guam.

Guam Boat Tours
On an island surrounded by water, Guam can be as much fun at sea as it is on dry land.

Fishing is as popular now as it was in the old days, when Guam’s ancestors were fishing for a living. Through cultural tours, visitors to Guam can learn all about the various types of net fishing such as the throw net or gill net. Those who prefer a more hands-on experience can do trolling or bottom fishing, available from an array of fishing companies.

Guam’s charters offer yearlong sea game of mahi mahi, tuna, wahoo and sailfish within minutes after leaving the dock. Customers need only arrive with a towel, some sunblock and the faith that they will strike.

Join boat captains who are familiar with Guam’s waters and know exactly where the fish are biting. Learn more about the mechanics of fishing, Guam’s sea conditions, and the nature of the fish that live in our waters.

Many boat charters offer a choice or combination of fishing, historical sightseeing, dolphin watching and more.

Treat yourself to an ocean view of Cetti Bay (otherwise only available via a mountainous hike), or the Spanish Bridge at Sella Bay. There’s also Fouha Rock, home to the creation legend of Guam.

If it’s free diving or snorkeling you want, Guam’s captains will take you to the calmest spots with the best underwater views.

Guam Deep Sea Fishing
On an island surrounded by water, Guam can be as much fun at sea as it is on dry land.

Fishing is as popular now as it was in the old days, when Guam’s ancestors were fishing for a living. Through cultural tours, visitors to Guam can learn all about the various types of net fishing such as the throw net or gill net. Those who prefer a more hands-on experience can do trolling or bottom fishing, available from an array of fishing companies.

Guam’s charters offer yearlong sea game of mahi mahi, tuna, wahoo and sailfish within minutes after leaving the dock. Customers need only arrive with a towel, some sunblock and the faith that they will strike.

Join boat captains who are familiar with Guam’s waters and know exactly where the fish are biting. Learn more about the mechanics of fishing, Guam’s sea conditions, and the nature of the fish that live in our waters.

Many boat charters offer a choice or combination of fishing, historical sightseeing, dolphin watching and more.

Treat yourself to an ocean view of Cetti Bay (otherwise only available via a mountainous hike), or the Spanish Bridge at Sella Bay. There’s also Fouha Rock, home to the creation legend of Guam.

If it’s free diving or snorkeling you want, Guam’s captains will take you to the calmest spots with the best underwater views.

Waterfalls
A paradise island would be incomplete without a cascading waterfall or two, and Guam has dozens to explore. While some waterfall sites such as Talofofo Falls have been developed for visitors, the vast majority of the island’s natural waterfalls are very much in the pristine condition today as they were when the Ancient Chamorro people inhabited the island.

Guam has some of the most stunning beaches you might ever see but the island’s natural beauty extends beyond white sand beaches and sparkling ocean waters. Set aside some time to explore Guam’s natural spaces and learn about the island’s culture and wildlife.

Tarzan Falls
Ranked by travelers on TripAdvisor as Guam’s best waterfall, Tarzan Falls is a natural stunner that makes for an easy half-day activity. The trail can be quite muddy and tricky to navigate after the rain, but the panoramic view of the falls from the bottom of the trail is worth the effort.

Priests Pools
Though technically not a waterfall, Priest’s Pools is the site of eight cascading infinity pools that are named after the Spanish-era priests who often visited to bathe and refresh in the late 1600s. It’s an easy walk to reach the top pool, although climbing down to explore all of the pools will require some aide for little ones.

San Carlos Falls
The pristine San Carlos Falls and Swim Hole are quintessential hidden gems that are tucked away in the lush foliage of central Guam. This hike is rated difficult by local hiking experts and it is recommended that inexperienced and novice hikers hike with an experienced guide such as the Guam Boonie Stompers group.

Guam Boonie Stompers
One of the safest and enjoyable ways to see many of Guam’s hidden natural gems is to go boonie stomping – what islanders call hiking – with an experienced guide or with a group such as the Guam Boonie Stompers. Every Saturday morning, Guam Boonie Stompers leads groups to remote beaches, snorkeling sites, waterfalls, mountains, caves, and cultural and historical sites.

Diving in Guam
Hafa Adai and welcome to the marine world of Guam, USA. Guam has the richest coral reef marine environment of any United States territory or state. Thriving with more than 1,000 fish species and over 400 kinds of corals and a diverse set of marine invertebrates. In short, Guam has what divers want through its offering of superb Pacific coral reef biodiversity.

But the submerged natural marvels are complemented by much more. Guam also has a rich historic past that includes shipwrecks and submerged remnants from the wars of WWII and WWI. There are even sites from the far past of the early trading days of Spain’s gold-bearing Manila Galleons.

Guam’s beautiful topside landscape extends into the sea. Volcanic in the south and limestone forest in the north, this unique geologic combination gives divers steep, dramatic drop-offs, coral gardens, sloping reefs and Cocos Island, a barrier reef island in the south.

The coastal areas are pocked with protected bays and coves that are great for snorkelers. Guam now has a series of marine preserves that can be easily accessed from shore for easy snorkeling.

The north provides limestone caves and swim-throughs. And, Guam’s water is consistently warm and clear. Divers, snorkelers and beach lovers can enjoy Guam’s marine world throughout the year.

Safe & Fun
Guam is by far one of the safest dive destinations in the world in terms of both security and health. As an American Territory, it has U.S. Coast Guard and Navy patrolled waters. Dive boats are all certified through the U.S. Coast Guard and local Guam agencies. All boats are required to carry oxygen and safety equipment. Guam has Navy and civilian recompression chambers for treatment of any possible diving accident.

High standards are followed by the dive shops to ensure Guam retains its reputation as a safe, fun destination for those who want to enjoy the amazing sea.

Diversity Reigns
Guam’s coral reef ecosystems:
• Four seagrass species • 306 marine macroalgae species
• 403 hard & 77 soft corals
• 1,000+ fish species
• 128 sponge species
• 295 foraminiferan species
• 53 flatworm species
• 1,673 mollusk species
• 104 polychaete species
• 840 arthropod species
• 194 echinoderm species
• 117 ascidian species
• Three sea turtle species
• 13 marine mammal species

Diving & Snorkeling Practicalities
Equipment: Many divers are pleasantly surprised to find that Guam is tax free and is well- stocked with all major brand name diving gear. There are also some scuba equipment bargain deals to be had at the various Guam dive shops. If one wants to travel light, Guam has everything a diver needs for rental.

Guam waters are 82-86F (28- 30C) degrees year ’round with normally excellent visibility. A lycra skin will suit most divers. Local divers use 1.5 – 2 mil wetsuits and only the acclimatized use 3 mil. Above water temperatures never get below 74F (at night) and never get above 90F (daytime).

Instruction: Guam also offers all levels of instruction from beginning open-water and one- day resort experience through advanced instructor training.

Technical diving is also taught on Guam with reef and wreck venues for in-water training on scuba and rebreather. PADI is the major certifying agency here.

Imaging: Underwater photography can be rewarding. Digital printing is available. Guam also has a professional camera center that carries some top camera brands. Serious photographers should bring all of their own camera gear. There is an authorized Apple sales and repair facility on Guam and PC sales and repairs are also found on the island.

Clothing: Guam is tropical and almost always sunny. Bring protective clothing like a long- sleeved T-shirt and brimmed hat. Sunscreen is a necessity.

Getting There: Guam is daily served by dozens of flights from all over Asia and the Pacific. There are numerous direct flights from Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Philippines, Shanghai, and Hong Kong.
Visas: Everyone entering Guam must have a valid passport and an onward air ticket.
Money: Guam is a U.S. territory and uses the U.S. dollar. Major credit cards are accepted.
Electricity: Guam has 110V with the standard US two-prong flat pin plug.
Stay: Guam has a large selection of hotels for every class of traveller.
Eat: A huge selection of restaurants and cuisines can be found on Guam.