For a fun and educational experience, join ABC's ocean-ecological & snorkeling tour.
Your tour starts beachside with our guide explaining how Guam was made, where sand comes from and what important plants grow along the shoreline.
Next, our guide will take you into the shallow ocean waters (2-4 feet) for a three-stop tour.
First Stop
– INTERESTING!! –Sea grass, sea cucumbers and small crabs. Learn why sea plants are important to pregnant fish and the ocean environment.
Keep your eyes open and you might find a sea horse hiding in the sea grass.
Learn about the various types of sea cucumbers and some of their special use, for food, shoes and natural anesthetic for fishing.
Second Stop
– ALL CAPS!! –Coral Gardens. Visit ABC's Coral Gardens and try to identify some of the over 350 different coral species Guam has. (By the way, Hawaii only has 60 species of coral.) Learn how coral grows and why it is so important.
Third stop
– ALL CAPS!! – Fish observation & feeding – Meet &quo;Charley" the puffer fish and &quo;Sammy" the eel along with 100's of other fish characters that are friendly enough for you to feed and observe.
Micronesia Demo
Learn about the culture of Guam & Micronesia. Enjoy our popular authentic cultural demonstration and learn about Guam's most important and abundant natural resource, the &quo;Coconut Tree". Our daily shows demonstrate practical uses of the coconut tree, it's fruits and leaves, as well as the historical importance of the local people of Guam. Complimentary weaving classes help you learn to weave various handicrafts such as hats, fans and ornamental birds and fish. Coconut cooking demonstrations and tasting is also included. Many other significant cultural displays and demonstrations are included at our cultural center.
* Mask & snorkel provided with your tour. Complimentary kayak available.
