Introducing Gizo
Gizo is the hub around which the Western Province revolves. The 2007 tsunami did give Gizo a good licking, but the town fared better than the rest of the island and benefited from the presence of international aid organisations; its status of provincial capital helped.
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Sprawled along the waterfront with its steep hills behind, Gizo is not bereft of appeal, although the architecture is charmless. There is a smattering of buildings gently rusting away under the tropical sun. Most places of importance are on the main street. Apart from the bustling market on the waterfront, there are no specific sights. The main reason to come here is (you guessed it) diving.
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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RE: regular boats in western province of solomon islands???
by Ozziegiraffe 09 September 2011
Not much of anything between Gizo and Munda. The Marovo Lagoon is basically the other side of New Georgia. Look at the [Visit Solomons|http…
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RE: regular boats in western province of solomon islands???
by brydieblossom 09 September 2011
Ozziegiraffe- thanks for your advice. I think that based on this info we might just fly into Munda and then make our own way to Gizo.…
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RE: regular boats in western province of solomon islands???
by Ozziegiraffe 08 September 2011
There are usually 2 regular weekly boats from Honiara to the Western Province, one fast and one slow. These may stop in the Russell Islands…
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