Welcome to Aranuka!
Aranuka, formerly known as Ananuka (the middle of it), is an island in Kiribati. It is unique for its natural beauty as well as being the only island in Kiribati and quite possibly the Pacific region to have tall mangrove trees with heights of more than 15 meters. Evidence of this can still be seen when visiting Aranuka. Aranuka was also known to many as the island in the middle of Kiribati and for the formation and separation of all the islands of Kiribati which was first started by the God of our Ancestors, Nareau. That is why Aranuka was formerly named and known as Ananuka – the middle of it.
The uninhabited islets of the island also provide world-class swimming and snorkeling spots for visitors. Its white unspoiled sandy beaches and sparkling blue waters also offer a soothing and relaxing atmosphere. Its greenish surroundings and the smiling faces of the people also bring safety and a harmless environment for first-time visitors.
Aranuka is an atoll of Kiribati, located just north of the equator, in the Gilbert Islands. It has an area of 11.6 square kilometers (4.5 square miles) and a population of 1,057 in 2010. By local tradition, Aranuka is the central island of the Gilbert group.