Though you can see Walung from the airport in Tafunsak, it is considered remote, since access is mostly gained by boat at high tide or by a dirt road that can be rough in spots. Walung, joined to the main island with thick mangrove forests, is home only to Kosraeans, who live a traditional lifestyle. Walung embodies the more traditional pace and customs of Kosrae before development. White sandy beaches cover a three-mile stretch, and the ocean waters are extremely clear and calm for all ages to enjoy. The village has a "Stay with Families" program for staying with locals to see traditional ways.
A footpath adjacent to the beach allows visitors to stroll the outer limits of the island. Historical sites abound and waterfalls offer a cooling respite. Permission is required by the village representative to visit the village. Knee-length shorts or lava-lavas are appropriate beach and swimwear. Exercise caution when exposed to the equatorial sun.