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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Surfing


The search has ended... THe Solomon Islands are surfing perfection! 

Only a few breaks have been discovered. Be the first to surf new breaks in one of the world's last surfing frontiers. This is the new Bali with uncrowded surf perfection in a pristine natural and cultural environment.

The best season for waves is November to April when the North Pacific awakens. Long period ground swells regularly hit exposed north facing coasts including Malaita, Ysabel and Makira. The same swells which hit the North Shore of Hawaii reach the Solomons some days later - at reduced size and very long period. Swell is usually 3 to 6 feet but can be bigger. Less reliable southerly swells reach south coasts of Western and Guadalcanal provinces during the same season from depressions in the coral sea and also occasionally in the winter time from long period swells from the Tasman.  
 
Maravagi island Resort
PO Box 36, Tulagi
Central Province
Tel: (677) 29065

Maravagi Resort is located north of Honiara and approx. 2hours by outboard canoe to the island. Activities include fishing, village tours, snorkeling, or surfing.
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Star Beach Lodge
Namuga, Star Harbor
Makira Ulawa Province.
(Contacts through 2 way radio - see SIVB)

Star Beach Lodge is an ideal location where you can enjoy living amongst the locals, experience the culture and the local seafood.
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Sanbis Resort

Mbabanga Island
PO Box 114Gizo,
Western Province.
Tel: (677) 60646/43109
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www.sanbisresort.com

Sanbis will provide transport to either Titiana or Paelongge or both. The charge for a boat is SBD750 for the day (for in-house guests only).

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Surf Solomons

PO Box 1854
Honiara
Ph: 22086
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www.surfsolomons.com
www.raintreehoniara.com

Surf Solomons is a social enterprise providing community based surfing tours to a network of surf camps in Malaita and Guadalcanal. The surf zone discovered by Surf Solomons in Malaita has full exposure to the North pacific NW, N and NE swells.  Typical 7,10 or 14 day tours visit two different surf camps with access to more than a dozen right and left hand breaks which work in a wide range of swell and wind conditions.  Tours include guides, accommodation, amazing meals, and surf boat for daily reef access. Other options are also available including home stays and weekend trips.  Surf Solomons has a strong community focus and is aiming to pioneer a model of sustainable surf tourism. Guaranteed to have some of the best waves in the Solomons to yourself!

For more information ask at Rain Tree Cafe at white river in Honiara where some basic surf gear and board hire is also available.

 
 
Zipolo Habu Island Resort
Lola Island, Vonavona Lagoon
PO Box 165, Munda
Western Province.
Tel: (677) 62178
Fax: (677) 62179
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www.zipolohabu.com.sb

Zipolo Habu Island Resort is located on the island of Lola, Vona Vona Lagoon which was one of the first resorts to develop the surfing sport in the area.
 
April 2 Inn
Titiana VillageGizo,
Western Province
Tel: (677) 76660
Fax: (677) 20552
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The name “April 2 Inn” derived its name from the April 2nd Tsunami disaster which hit Gizo and its surrounding islands and left 56 people dead and thousands homeless.
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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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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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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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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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Tipping

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

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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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Emergency Services

information to come

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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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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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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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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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Camping

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

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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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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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