Awaiting You

come and experience a world unhurried and unspoiled in every way. With such a diverse range of activities there is something for everyone.

Simple hospitality...

it may not always be fancy but you'll always get a smile. Village life is simple and unhurried with a focus on subsistence living

Come Run...

The run is just one reason to visit this South Pacific tropical paradise but is a fantastic excuse to book a flight. Packages start from $599 AUD

Take a deep breath...

and let your self slip into 'Solomon Time'. Enjoy the tranquillity and literally feel the burdens of a busy life dissolve before your very eyes.

Underwater adventure...

explore the silent underwater world full of life and extraoridnary creatures like this napping nurse shark

Soak up the romance...

away from the crowds. Experience the spledour of a tropical sunset while enjoying a glass of wine on your own private island

Surfing...

Be the first to surf new breaks in one of the world's last surfing frontiers. Uncrowded surf perfection in a pristine natural and cultural environment.

Get away...

with 300+ days of sunshine and some of the world's most beautiful places at your fingertips you won't want to leave.

Fishing...

the waters of the Solomons are renowned for big game. Whether you want go game fishing, surf fishing or even try your luck at spear fishing you will definitely see some action

Miss Solomon Islands 2010

Solomon Islands Beauty Contest 2010. 10 Beautiful and Talented Girls are contesting out the Miss Solomon Islands 2010. 2nd - 4th September 2010

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Nightlife
Major hotels provide entertainment with cultural performances on certain nights of the week. Clubs like Point Cruz Yacht Club and the Captains Bar in the Pacific Casino Hotel, in Honiara, welcome visitors for drinks and light meals.

Supreme Casino and Honiara Casino offer poker, baccarat, blackjack and roulette for both casual and serious gamblers.

Some nights spots around Honiara offer DJ or live band music. Normal levels of care should be observed when going out at night. Another popular hang out is Golf Club at Ranadi. In Gizo, check out the PT109 Koburutavia Lodge, named after the WWII boat of the late John F Kennedy.
 

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Shopping Details

The general shopping hours for Solomon Islands during the weekdays (Mon-Fri) is 0800-1630 and on Sat: 0800-1200. The Central Market (Honiara) opens 0800-1700 Mondays to Saturdays.

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Emergency Services

information to come

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Health

Main public hospital is in Honiara with smaller facilities in major provincial centres. Private clinics are also found in Honiara. Malaria medication is recommended; insect repellent and sleeping under a...

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What should I buy?

Purchases for local artifacts, souvenirs, clothes, local food and other beverages can all be done in Honiara town (Guadalcanal Province), and few stores/markets in Gizo town (Western Province), Taro town...

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Nightlife

Major hotels provide entertainment with cultural performances on certain nights of the week. Clubs like Point Cruz Yacht Club and the Captains Bar in the Pacific Casino Hotel, in Honiara,...

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Customs

The items that may be imported into the Solomon Islands without incurring customs duty are:200 cigarettes or 250g cigars/225g of tobacco2litres of wine/spiritsOther dutiable goods up to a total value...

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Post

Airmail to European countries takes approximately 14 days, and to Australia it takes 1 day. The general Post Office hours (in Honiara): Mon-Fri 0800 – 1630 & Sat 0800-1200.

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Dress Code

Informal lightweight attire is appropriate for both day and evening wear alongside comfortable footwear. Occassionally, a light sweater may be handy for those rare cool nights. Bikini and other beachwear...

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Pharmacies

Pharmacies are limited to population areas and missions. Within the capital (Honiara) the available pharmacies include; Point Cruz Chemist and Honiara Dispensary located in Point Cruz, Panatina Chemist limited located...

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Currency

The traditional form of currency for Solomon Islands was shell money before the bank notes was introduced. However in some provinces shell money is still used mainly for settling disputes,...

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Camping

Camping is not encouraged and permission from the village chief or land owner must be sought

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Bookings

Make bookings early and with plenty of time to avoid disappointment. Many of the larger resorts get booked out well in advance so if you are particular about the places...

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Visas & Passports

Citizens of the (British) Commonwealth, United States and most European Countries do not need visas. If you have a valid passport and return ticket or onward ticket, you can acquire...

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Departure Tax

SBD $100 for outbound international passengers 12 years and over. Some airlines include this in their ticket prices.

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Major Cities/Destinations

Honiara – CapitalGizo – main tourist resortsAukiMunda

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