Welcome to Solomon Islands

Forget what travelling the Pacific used to be like – around the Solomon Islands it's still that way. These islands are laid-back, welcoming and often surprisingly untouched. From WWII relics scattered in the jungle to leaf-hut villages where traditional culture is alive, there’s so much on offer. Then there’s the visual appeal, with scenery reminiscent of a Discovery Channel documentary: volcanic islands,... Read More

Top experiences in Solomon Islands

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How to choose a South Pacific island

The South Pacific confounds even the savviest map buffs with its splatter of dots spread across the world's biggest ocean. What you can't tell from a map, or even most tourist brochures is that these palm-laden pinpricks are as diverse as the region is vast. While the postcards might look similar, Fiji and Tahiti are not interchangeable or even much alike when it comes to landscapes and culture.

As you move east across the Pacific from the Solomon Islands to Easter Island, the flora and fauna becomes less diverse. Islands to the east like New Caledonia and Fiji have land snakes and fruit bats, French Polynesia and Easter Island don't. Underwater you'll find more soft corals in the plankton-rich waters to the west but better visibility in the greater reaches of open water to the east.
Celeste Brash
Lonely Planet Writer

Top 5 experiences of the Solomon Islands

Coral-ringed beaches, smouldering volcanoes and rainforest-covered mountains set the stage for unforgettable adventures in the Solomon Islands. We've hand-picked the very best experiences from the brand-new edition of Lonely Planet's Papua New Guinea & Solomon Islands guide book to show you why these tropical islands are on our list of unmissable destinations for 2013.

Papua New Guinea and the Solomons both rank among the best destinations on Planet Scuba, with an irresistible menu of underwater treasures: luscious reefs festooned with huge sea fans; warm waters teeming with rainbow-coloured and bizarre critters; eerie drop-offs that tumble into the abyss; and a host of atmospheric WWII wrecks – not to mention the thrill of diving uncrowded sites. A handful of beautifully set dive resorts provide the idyllic gateway to your undersea adventure. To reach even more remote and pristine environments, sign on to a live-aboard vessel. Learn more in our diving guide to the Solomons.
Lonely Planet
Lonely Planet Writer

Diving in the Solomon Islands

World-class diving awaits you in the underwater realms of the Solomon Islands. The marine biodiversity is exceptional, incredibly healthy reefs look like a Garden of Eden and the absence of crowds is a prime draw. Another clincher is the mindboggling array of WWII wrecks – ships, aircraft and even submarines. Best of all, the Solomons are diveable year-round.

Straight out of the hot-off-the-press Lonely Planet Papua New Guinea & Solomon Islands guide book, here's a short selection of the Solomon Islands’ diving wonderlands.
Jean-Bernard Carillet
Lonely Planet Writer

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$650 Small group tours

7-Night Discover Sri Lanka Tour

There are few places in the world like Sri Lanka where can offer the travelers such a remarkable combination of stunning landscapes, pristine beaches, captivating cultural heritage and unique experiences. Within only an area of 65, 610 km, there are 8 UNESCO World Heritage sites, 15 national parks with various species of wildlife, 350 waterfalls and not to mention the extended history of over 2,500 years. Discover the magical island of Sri Lanak, once known as "the Pearl of the Indian Ocean"!
$1345 Small group tours

10-Night Sri Lanka UNESCO Heritage Sites Tour from Colombo

Book this special tour that takes you to all 8 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Sri Lanka - 6 heritage and 2 nature reserves. Visit the sacred city of Anuradhapura, the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, the sacred city of Kandy (Temple of the Tooth Relic), the ancient city of Sigiriya (rock citadel), the Golden Temple of Dambulla (cave temple), the central highlands (Horton Plains Park) and the Sinharaja Rain Forest.
$899 Sightseeing tours

4-Night Private Tour of Luxurious Sri Lanka

The mesmerizing landscape and unique culture makes Sri Lanka the ultimate vacation destination. This tour is an ideal choice especially for the first time traveler to explore the cultural triangle and the beach on the west coast. Visit the Fish Market in Negombo and the famous Sigiriya Lions Rock. Experience a jeep safari excursion and might spot elephant gathering!
$1295 Small group tours

11-Night Romantic Honeymoon Package

Experience an amazing, 11-night honeymoon tour, visiting some of the most wonderful attractions in Sri Lanka. Your trip will include visits to world heritage sites, rural villages with Bullock cart rides and village lunches, a TukTuk ride in Kandy, a city tour and shopping in Kandy, elephant rides, train journeys, trekking in Horton Plains, a boat ride in Bentota, 2 days beach stay, city tour and shopping with discount vouchers in Colombo, 4 candle-lit dinners, a bottle of wine upon arrival, and many more special inclusions.
$751.18 Small group tours

7-Night Private Tour: See It All Sri Lanka Tour

During the special 7 nights you will experience most of the beautiful cities and popular attractions in Sri Lanka. Visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, Sigiriya Rock, Dambulla Cave Temple, Tooth Temple, Botanical Garden, tea plantations and factory and many more.
$1081.61 Small group tours

9-Night Grand Tour in Sri Lanka

This 9-night tour takes you to experience the nature, wildlife, cultural, beaches and much more in Sri Lanka. You will travel through a lot of beautiful cities including Pinnawala, Dambulla, Sigiriya, Kandy, Kitulgala, Nuwara Eliya, Ella. Also visit Yala Safari in Tissamaharama, moonstone mine in Hikkaduwa, a turtle farm in Kosgoda.
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