The Solomon Islands sit in the South Pacific east of Papua New Guinea. They are a mostly untouched and unvisited paradise with eco-adventure around every corner. The culture is welcoming and laidback, a friendly place to wander through with a rich indigenous history. The crystal-clear waters are excellent for diving, kayaking and surfing, while the grass huts and wooden boats used by the Melanesian people are for more than show. A feel of true island life permeates the everyday activity of the Solomon Islands.
The capital of Solomon Islands is Honiara, which is located on the island of Guadalcanal. Guadalcanal, like most of the main islands, is covered in dense tropical rainforest. Though, with its larger size, there is a volcanic mountainous interior that adds to the many options of eco-adventuring available for the traveler. The mountainous areas of the islands are a great place to hike and see natural beauty firsthand. The traveler will come across lagoons that outshine every image of an island paradise, waterfalls spouting from the fauna-covered cliffs, and rusting relics from WWII hidden in the forests.
The coasts and beaches of the Solomon Islands are a dream come true. White sands lead off from the inner island into the clearest of waters. These waters are well-known for some of the best scuba diving in the world, especially with the fact that the dive sites won’t be crowded. Colorful reefs add an exciting aesthetic, while underwater caverns are ready to be explored. Adventurous travelers will also find the wreck diving of sunken WWII vessels and planes particularly interesting, as nature had begun to cover them in an array of algae and coral with many fish now finding them a home.
To witness the flawless allure of the Solomon Islands is to experience life far away from work and the hustle of moving quickly through the day. The attractive coasts, untouched landscape, and welcoming indigenous Melanesian people provide the traveler with a sense of peace and adventure. All of this is why Solomon Airlines wants you to know about what the traveler is missing out on. The flag carrier and only domestic airline within the Solomon Islands connects the islands, and also offers international flights (Brisbane – Honiara, and soon to launch Brisbane – Munda). Solomon Airlines has been dedicated to delivering travelers to these pristine islands since 1962.
