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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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 a visitor's permit valid for three (3) months on arrival.

Visitors from the following countries need clearance from the immigration department and are required to give prior notice in order to obtain a visitor’s permit:

(a) Cyprus, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania.


Apply to:          Principal/Director of Immigration,
                        Ministry of Commerce, Foreign Affairs and Tourism,
                       
P.O Box G26, Honiara
                       
Solomon Islands.

Note: Nationals not referred to in the above table are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements.

The responsible authority on entry requirements and issuing permits into Solomon Islands is the Solomon Islands Immigration Department of the Ministry of Commerce, Industries & Employment.

 

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Banks

The 3 major banks in the Solomon Islands are Westpac, ANZ and Bank of the South Pacific (BSP).

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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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Observing Customs

The people of the Solomon Island have a rich culture which observes many traditional "kastoms" which vary from province to province.  Please ask about appropriate behaviour and always ask permission...

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Major Cities/Destinations

Honiara – CapitalGizo – main tourist resortsAukiMunda

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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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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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Emergency Services

information to come

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Telecommunication

Calling country code: (+677)Solomon Telekom Ltd, Our Telekom provides the Telecomunication in the Solomon Islands. 24 hour international telephone, fax and internet services are available from Honiara, and most provincial...

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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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Credit cards/ATMs/Travel Checks

Credit cards (Visa, Master cards and Cirrus) as well as travel cheques (to avoid additional exchange rate charges, travelers are advised to take travel cheques in Australian Dollars or Pounds...

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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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Tipping

This is not required nor recommended in and around Solomon Islands.

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Getting here

By Air: Honiara International Airport (on Guadalcanal Island) is the main hub of the country. It is located 7 miles east of Honiara. Currently 5 airlines fly into Honiara on...

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Is it Safe?

The Solomon Islands is a very safe destination to travel to and engage in tours and other activities. The people are very friendly and keen to share their way of life...

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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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