Fun Things to Do On Guam
Visitors will find an amazing variety of fun things to do on Guam with something for most tastes and interests. As a tropical Pacific island, water sports top the list of popular Guam leisure activities. Other popular leisure activities include all the normal beach and ocean related leisure activities such as snorkeling, scuba diving, wind surfing, kayaking, jet skiing, parasailing and deep-sea fishing. Guam also offers sky diving, underwater parks, submarine tours and sunset dinner cruises. And you can, of course, just enjoy laying on the white sand and swimming in Guam’s warm, clear waters.
Guam is one of the Worlds best golfing locations with 7 world class civilian courses designed by world champion golfers and one on-base military course. For history buffs, especially military history, Guam has a rich history with landmarks from the the 17th Century Spanish occupation, the American occupation (1898 until 1951) and the Japanese invasion and occupation during WWII (1941 to 1945). Guam also offers duty-free shopping, 5-star hotels and restaurants and an exciting night life.
Golfing on Guam
With seven world-class courses designed by famous U.S. and Japanese golf greats, golf is one of the top attractions making Guam and a dream vacation destination for Golf buffs. Leo Palace golf resort in central Guam has four 9-hole courses including one designed by Jack Nicklaus and two by Arnold Palmer. The 18-hole Talafofo golf course, in the Southern part of the island, was designed by nine of the top senior golfers in the world (Ben Hogan, Sam Sneed, Chi Chi Rodriguez, Billy Casper, Doug Ford, Gene Sarazen, Bob Toski, Orville Moody, and Gene Littler), each of whom designed two holes. Mangilao Country Club golf course, designed by Robin Nelson, has been described in “Asia-Pacific Golf” magazine as ranking among the best golf courses in the Pacific. Additional golf clubs and resorts include the Country Club of the Pacific, Guam International Country Club, Alte Guam Golf Resort and the Windward Hills Country Club.
Guam’s Golf courses are known for their breathtaking scenery with immaculately manicured fairways and greens surrounded by lush tropical jungles or perched atop ocean cliffs with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. Most courses are 18 holes with their own pro and specialty shops and each of Guam’s golf courses has its own special character and appeal. Mangilao Country Club and golf course, situated atop cliffs with spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean, is considered exceptionally breathtaking. Just about 50 miles and 30 minutes flying time North of Guam, Rota Island offers another beautiful course with fairways running along a cliff parallel to the ocean.
Guam’s golf courses are open to the public and to all skill levels, beginner to pro, are welcome. Greens fees start at $80, including the cart which is required at most courses. No golf course is more than 20 minutes away by car from any one of Guam’s major hotels. 
Transportation can be arranged by the hotel or the golf course. Leo Palace resort offers accommodations at the course that include more than 100 condominium units, a swimming pool and tennis courts. It is advisable to book well in in advance because all courses are in great demand, especially in high season. For authorized military personnel, there is an outstanding military golf course overlooking the Pacific Ocean on Andersen Air Force Base. The outstanding courses, ocean and lush tropical jungle scenery and 5-star accommodations make Guam an ideal golfing destination.
Historical Exploration
Historical exploration is one of the more popular activities for Guam visitors. Water sports, sun and fun, make for great leisure time, but for history buffs, Guam offers a wealth of opportunities. Guam has an ancient history dating back to around 2,000 BC. There are few artifacts from the earliest time periods, but landmarks abound from the Spanish occupation in the 17th century through the American and Japanese occupations and World War II. 
If you like old Spanish forts and bridges, 18th century and WWII coastal artillery, sunken warships and aircraft wrecks Guam has plenty to keep you occupied. There are currently 118 Guam historical sites listed on the U.S. National and 155 sites on the on the Guam Registers of Historical Sites. Read more on our brief Guam History and Landmarks sites or at the war in the War in the Pacific Pacific National Historic Park.
Underwater World
Guam’s Underwater World is a large aquarium complex where you will stroll through a 7′ wide by 7′ tall tunnel in 10 feet of water separated by 3 inches of clear acrylic. 
As you stroll through 3 floors of exhibits you will view various undersea habitats from ocean depths to shallows and marine life to include various varieties of sharks, rays, groupers, lion fish, pufferfish, guitarfish, napoleonfish, clownfish, octopus, eels, crabs, clams, 
anemones, sea horses and live coral. An audio guide provides narrative in English and Japanese and allows you to obtain specific information about a fish or marine animal that you see. The tour lasts from 45 minutes $28 for adults and $15 for children under 12 years.
Boonie Stomps and Eco Tours. Guam “boonies” include the large areas of undeveloped jungle and virgin beaches that cover a large part of the island. “Boonie Stomping”, or hiking through these natural wonders is a popular, though demanding pastime for many residents and visitors alike. The government of Guam ‘s Department of Parks and Recreation offers public boonie stomps every Saturday to destinations all around the island. Guam Safari Tours.
You may also want to check out Guam Safari Tours who offer eco-tours of off-the beaten tourist track Guam beaches, forests, waterfalls, WW-II battlefields, caves and sites not normally seen by tourists.