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πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡§ Solomon Islands

Nearly 1,000 islands of WWII history (Guadalcanal), world-class wreck and reef diving, and traditional Melanesian culture β€” the Solomon Islands are a wild, untouched Pacific frontier.

Visa-free πŸ“… Best: May–Oct πŸ’΅ $160/day avg
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Capital
Honiara
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Currency
Solomon Islands Dollar (SBD)
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Language
English, Pijin
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Best time
May–Oct
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Visa
Visa-free (entry permit)
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Avg daily budget
$70 – $500
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Safety
Use normal caution
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Main airport
Honiara (HIR)
Overview

Why travellers love Solomon Islands

Guadalcanal's WWII sites, the legendary diving and the lagoons of Marovo and Western Province define a trip to this rarely-visited archipelago.

It's remote and undeveloped β€” for divers, history buffs and adventurers.

Where to go

Top places in Solomon Islands

The destinations worth building your trip around.

Honiara

Honiara

πŸ—“ 2 days

Capital and WWII battlefields.

HistoryCity
Western Province

Western Province

πŸ—“ 3 days

Diving, lagoons and islands.

DivingBeach
Marovo Lagoon

Marovo Lagoon

πŸ—“ 2 days

The world's largest saltwater lagoon.

NatureAdventure
Gizo

Gizo

πŸ—“ 2 days

Reefs, wrecks and island-hopping.

DivingRelax
Plan day by day

Solomon Islands itineraries

Ready-made routes β€” tap a duration to see the plan.

Route
Honiara β†’ Western Province β†’ Marovo Lagoon
Trip length
5 days
Est. budget
$350 – $2,500
1–2

Honiara

Capital and WWII battlefields.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ History Β· City
3–4

Western Province

Diving, lagoons and islands.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Diving Β· Beach
5

Marovo Lagoon

The world's largest saltwater lagoon.

πŸ—“ 1 day✨ Nature Β· Adventure
Route
Honiara β†’ Western Province β†’ Marovo Lagoon β†’ Gizo
Trip length
7 days
Est. budget
$490 – $3,500
1–2

Honiara

Capital and WWII battlefields.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ History Β· City
3–4

Western Province

Diving, lagoons and islands.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Diving Β· Beach
5–6

Marovo Lagoon

The world's largest saltwater lagoon.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Nature Β· Adventure
7

Gizo

Reefs, wrecks and island-hopping.

πŸ—“ 1 day✨ Diving Β· Relax
Route
Honiara β†’ Western Province β†’ Marovo Lagoon β†’ Gizo
Trip length
10 days
Est. budget
$700 – $5,000
1–3

Honiara

Capital and WWII battlefields.

πŸ—“ 3 days✨ History Β· City
4–6

Western Province

Diving, lagoons and islands.

πŸ—“ 3 days✨ Diving Β· Beach
7–8

Marovo Lagoon

The world's largest saltwater lagoon.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Nature Β· Adventure
9–10

Gizo

Reefs, wrecks and island-hopping.

πŸ—“ 2 days✨ Diving Β· Relax
✨ Build a custom Solomon Islands itinerary β†’
Visa & entry

Solomon Islands visa requirements

Visa required?
Visitor permit on arrival for many
Allowed stay
Up to 90 days
Visa on arrival
Yes for many
eVisa
N/A
Passport validity
6 months
Visa type
Visa-free
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Visa rules change frequently. Many nationalities get a free visitor permit on arrival; an onward ticket is required. Always verify with the official Solomon Islands immigration / e-visa website before travelling.

Full Solomon Islands visa guide β†’Use the visa checker β†’
Money

Solomon Islands budget guide

Budget

$70/day
  • Hostels & guesthouses
  • Local food & markets
  • Public transport
  • Free sights & nature

Luxury

$500+/day
  • 4–5β˜… hotels & resorts
  • Fine dining
  • Private transfers
  • Premium experiences
Full Solomon Islands budget guide β†’
Things to do

Top attractions in Solomon Islands

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Guadalcanal WWII sites

Battlefields and memorials.

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Wreck & reef diving

'Iron Bottom Sound' and coral walls.

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Marovo Lagoon

The largest saltwater lagoon on Earth.

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Western Province

Island-hopping and resorts.

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Melanesian culture

Carving, custom and language diversity.

Blog

Solomon Islands travel articles

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