Outside the city
For those interested in venturing further afield, natural beauty awaits. To the south, there are volcanic mountain peaks like Mount Lamlam at 1,334 feet and lush, jungle-filled valleys dense enough to hide a Japanese soldier for more than 26 years (the man did not realize that World War II had ended). The island is a land of contrasts. Tour companies such as Guam Safari Tours offer trips that range from a circular island tour to customized trips. For the adventurous, rent a car and travel at your own pace. More than 200 historic parks and attractions dot the island related to WWII alone and include the site of the Japanese soldier's hiding place and the South Pacific Memorial Park. For a nice beach excursion, go on a Cocos Island & Southern Sightseeing Tour or, simply drive along the coastline until you find an appealing beach. Many hiking trails cross the southern and central region and lead to waterfalls, viewpoints or latte stone parks; ask for a parks and recreation map at your hotel's front desk for illustrated trails and listing of historic sites. Note: the northern tip of Guam is an Air Force Base, and is off limits to non-military individuals.