Ahnd Atoll is often the highlight of any trip to Pohnpei—an unforgettable escape into one of the Pacific’s most beautiful and protected marine environments. Located about 10 miles offshore from the south side of Pohnpei (roughly 25 miles each way from our dock), the journey to Ahnd takes approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes under ideal boating conditions. This remote paradise is privately owned by the Nanpei Family Estate, who have long served as its caretakers. The atoll is also recognized as a UNESCO Marine Biosphere Reserve, with multiple conservation zones in place. Under the stewardship of the Rohsa (the traditional title of the head of the Nanpei family), the estate has made significant efforts to protect Ahnd’s vibrant marine life and ensure its waters remain free from illegal fishing or poaching. Their dedication has helped preserve the atoll’s natural beauty for generations to come—and for you to experience at its best.

A day trip to Ahnd Atoll for scuba diving, snorkeling, beach time goes a bit like this depending on the activity you want to do. Most trips leave around 8 am, and return around 5 pm. Most dives are done at the pass or on the backside of the atoll where conditions are calmer. Snorkeling can be done at the pass or reefs around the beach. There are huts to hang out in at the beach and a there’s also a bbq place available for guests to use.

Remember, this is a marine protected area. No extraction of any kind of marine life (corals, fish sponges, plants, crabs, clams, etc) is allowed on the atoll.

DO NOT WALK OR SIT ON ANY LIVE CORAL at the pass or at the beach.

Visiting Ahnd Atoll requires entry permission from the Nanpei Family Estate, which we can arrange for you. Access to the atoll is only granted with the estate’s approval and weather permitting. Due to the 10-mile ocean crossing, we can only make the trip when winds are light, ensuring a comfortable and safe journey. Safety is our top priority, and with years of experience navigating these waters, we understand the importance of choosing the right conditions. As much as we’d love to control the weather, we can’t, so trips are subject to favorable conditions for both safety and enjoyment.

For more detailed information about Ahnd Atoll and Pakin Atoll, visit:

Ahnd Atoll & Pakin Atoll – Pohnpei Eco Adventure Guide.

To book a trip or inquire further, please contact us at pnisurfclub@gmail.com.