Solomon Islands

The Solomon Islands offer remote tropical islands, coral reefs and fascinating wartime history, with the best regions to explore including Guadalcanal, the Florida Islands, the Western Province, Marovo Lagoon and remote outer islands.

Guadalcanal: Guadalcanal combines rainforest landscapes and historic WWII battle sites where travellers explore jungle trails, coastal villages and important wartime landmarks.

Florida Islands: The Florida Islands feature sheltered bays, coral reefs and traditional villages where travellers kayak, snorkel and explore island communities.

Western Province & Gizo: The islands around Gizo in the Western Province offer superb snorkelling and island exploration among coral reefs, lagoons and remote beaches.

Marovo Lagoon: One of the world’s largest saltwater lagoons, Marovo Lagoon offers exceptional marine biodiversity where travellers explore coral reefs and traditional island life.

Remote Outer Islands: The Solomon Islands’ outer islands reveal untouched reefs, forested hills and traditional Melanesian culture across one of the South Pacific’s most isolated archipelagos.

The best time to travel to Solomon Islands for hiking, trekking, kayaking and adventure touring is usually during the drier months, May–October, when rainfall is lighter and conditions are more comfortable for exploring forests, coastlines and national parks.

Solomon Islands has a tropical climate with warm temperatures year round, typically ranging between 24°C and 32°C (75°F–90°F). Most regions experience a dry season and a wetter season which influence outdoor travel conditions.

During the wetter season tropical showers refresh the landscape and create lush green forests and flowing rivers. While humidity is higher, this time can still be rewarding for adventurous travellers seeking vibrant scenery and quieter trails.

The Solomon Islands are +11 hours ahead of UTC/GMT

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No visa is required for most travellers as a visitor’s permit can be granted upon arrival into the Solomon Islands. You do not need a visa to enter the Solomon Islands if you are a Commonwealth citizen, a citizen of the United States, or a citizen from most European countries. A passport must be valid for six months beyond the date of planned departure from the islands. www.commerce.gov.sb.

Citizens of some countries may still require prior approval before entering Solomon Islands as a visitor, please consult with your local embassy prior to travel. There is a list of countries whose citizens do require prior approval on the Solomon Islands Government Ministry of Commerce, Industries, Labour and Immigration website.

Your safety is our number one concern. Our safety track record is exemplary thanks to careful management and thorough consultation with local partners. Our industry leading risk management procedures have become a skill that we continue to refine. Our leaders in the field are highly trained and have safety as their number one priority. Expert leaders, risk assessments, quality inclusions and your financial security all come standard when you travel with us.

Please refer to our Travel Advisory page for updates on recent events, travel warnings and advice.

We strongly recommend that all clients take out travel insurance at the time of booking to cover against sickness, accident, loss of baggage, unexpected alterations to travel arrangements and travel disruption, emergency evacuation, cancellations, etc. Insurance information is enclosed with your pre-departure information. Please contact us if you would like to obtain a quote for your trip duration.

We suggest that you consult your doctor, local government inoculation centre or a travel medical specialist in order to get the most current advice regarding vaccination requirements.

Money and valuables should always be stored safely when travelling. Keep your passport with you at all times and do not leave it in your main luggage. You will need it to change money and check into hotels. Where safety deposit boxes are available, we recommend that you use them. Keep jewellery and valuables to a minimum.