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

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

Exotic cultures...

many still practised today. Traditional shell money in Malaita and Red Feather money in Temotu are still in circulation.

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

Cruise...

the waters of the Solomons and experience the islands at close range with the opportunity to dive, snorkle and visit beautiful remote areas too difficult to reach by plane

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Weather and Climate

Solomon Islands lay 12 degrees latitude of the equator and has a warm and tropical climate. The average daytime temperature ranges between 25 to 30 degrees Celsius with high humidity....

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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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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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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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Tipping

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

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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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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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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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Major Cities/Destinations

Honiara – CapitalGizo – main tourist resortsAukiMunda

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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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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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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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Traveling by car

General information The required age for driving in the Solomon Islands is 18 years and above. The driver must have a driving license, and must be mentally and physically fit...

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