Top 10 Nature & Parks in Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands

November 30, 2021 Russell Mellin

Many choose the Micronesian volcanic island of Saipan to tour the famous Grotto, an underwater limestone cavern plummeting seventy feet at its deepest point. The Grotto is home to a city of sea life, including turtles, coral, and reef sharks.  Land-lovers can find satisfaction in the Garapan Street market, a display of Saipan's unique food and craft tradition, or the World War II battlefields, a visual history of the Battle of Saipan. 
Restaurants in Saipan

1. Pau Pau Beach

PauPau Beach Dr., San Roque Mariana Islands
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Pau Pau Beach

2. Managaha Island

Mariana Islands +1 670-664-3200
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4.5 based on 976 reviews

Managaha Island

Reviewed By RodneyR550

There is a ferry out to this very small island. (One can walk the perimeter in 15 - 20 minutes.) There are two swimming beaches, the best snorkeling is at the beach which is the farthest from the dock. I saw the greatest variety of fish very close to the shore here. I also saw the largest fish of anywhere on the island (and I hit every beach). There is a souvenir store here which is nice if you forgot sun block, but nothing unique was sold here. There is also a very nice, reasonably priced snack bar, and a buffet lunch if you want to make a day of it.

3. Obyan Beach

Obyan Mariana Islands
Excellent
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4.5 based on 128 reviews

Obyan Beach

4. The Grotto

Grotto Dr Mariana Islands +1 670-664-3200
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68%
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7%
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4.5 based on 613 reviews

The Grotto

Reviewed By 778erickv - Saipan, Mariana Islands

One of the top five dive spots in the world. If you are a diver and you are coming to Saipan then you definitely have to do this

5. Mt.Tapochao

Mariana Islands
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4.5 based on 211 reviews

Mt.Tapochao

Reviewed By 607candacel - Minnesota, United States

The road up to the top may be a tad intimidating for a mainlander but it is well worth it. The 360 degree view of the island is SO worth it. Just beautiful and inspiring to see the sparkling water surrounding this gorgeous island.

6. Forbidden Island

Mariana Islands +1 670-323-8735 http://marianastrekking.com
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4.5 based on 88 reviews

Forbidden Island

Reviewed By michael_jornal

The hike will take 20-30 min so bring atleast 1liter of water. Better you go in low tide so the water is calm. Wear hiking shoes and gloves. Once you get there is a beautiful scenery. Just dont throw trash and dont leave it there.

7. Old Man By The Sea

Talofofo Road, Saipan 96950, CNMI Mariana Islands
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4.5 based on 30 reviews

Old Man By The Sea

8. Lau Lau Beach

Lau Lau Bay Drive San Vicente Village, 96950 Mariana Islands
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4.5 based on 79 reviews

Lau Lau Beach

9. Landing Beach

Mariana Islands
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4.5 based on 20 reviews

Landing Beach

10. American Memorial Park

Garapan 96950-5198 Mariana Islands +1 670-234-7207 http://www.nps.gov/amme
Excellent
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4.0 based on 321 reviews

American Memorial Park

American Memorial Park honors the American and Marianas people who gave their lives during the Marianas Campaign of World War II. 5,204 Names are inscribed on a memorial which was dedicated during the 50th Anniversary of the Invasion of Saipan. The Visitor Center is open from 9am to 5pm, Monday thru Sunday. Inside there is an exhibit hall that gives more information about Operation Forager, which includes the Battles of Saipan, Tinian, and the Philippine Sea. The exhibits are in English and Japanese. There are translation binders of the exhibits available in Chinese, Korean, and Russian. "An Island Called Saipan", the park's movie is available for viewing in the Visitor Center. As of Dec 2014, the movie is offered in five languages: English, Japanese, Korean, Chinese and Russian. Pacific Historic Parks (PHP) book store within the Visitor Center has a wide selection of souvenirs available for purchase.

Reviewed By khhan88 - Saipan, Mariana Islands

This U.S. National Park is open all year round and if you are stopping by Saipan, you must stop here to get your history grounded and get some real action look at historical artifacts. The bookstore is great and the locals use the beloved park for their walks, skateboards and other activities.

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