Tourism Solomons, The International Tourism Board of the Solomon Islands in the South Pacific:
About Solomon Islands:
A scattered archipelago of some 990-richly forested mountainous islands and low-lying coral atolls, the Solomon Islands offers a breathtakingly fresh destination for those travelers hardy enough to get off the beaten track and look for a new and very different experience. Solomon Islands is easily accessible via daily flights from Los Angeles International Airport via Fiji Airways with connections to the Solomon Islands in Fiji via both Solomon Airlines and Fiji Airways.
This emerging, multi-faceted South Pacific destination can cater to every taste, desire and budget with its myriad choice of accommodation – from the ‘full service’ hotels of the capital Honiara to boutique resort accommodation, eco-lodges and home-stays dotted across the entire archipelago.
The destination is fast attracting a brand new breed of travelers from around the world – divers, WWII history buffs, family groups, bird watchers, honeymooners, sports fishermen, yachtsmen, culture-lovers and simply those looking to make their own tracks.
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About Diving In Solomon Islands:
DIVING IN THE SOLOMON ISLANDS There are over 400 identified and mapped dive sites in the Solomon Islands with more sites being discovered all the time. Many of the sites are centered in the Western Province (Marovo Lagoon, Vella Lavella, Munda and Gizo), Guadalcanal (Honiara) and the Central Province (Florida and Russell Islands). For those who do not mind travelling to more remote destinations, new sites have recently been identified in Choiseul and the Shortland Islands. Snorkeling is abundant along the coast of the islands and freediving is gaining popularity. Diving in the Solomons is diverse so no matter your skill level or interest you are certain to find a dive site in the Solomons that is suitable for you. Solomons is known for its amazing biodiversity and healthy reef structure, particularly its hard corals. Structurally, the diving is stunning with immense walls, huge bommies, cuts and caverns and caves. Combine this with a rich history and many World War II wrecks, planes and supply bases – the diving here is extraordinary and diverse and accommodates many skill levels and interests.
When & Where To Dive In Solomon Islands:
You can dive in the Solomons at any time of the year as dive sites are chosen depending on daily tidal movements and prevailing weather. The islands enjoy a tropical climate all year round as we are located only a few degrees below the equator. Seasons: there are two distinct seasons in the Solomons, the Wet from Oct/Nov – Apr/May and the Dry from Apr/May – Oct/Nov. The wet season brings us mostly westerly/northerly weather patterns with rain, light winds and calm seas whereas the dry season brings us predominantly easterly/southerly weather patterns with clear skies and 10-15 knot trade winds most afternoons. Humidity: Usually high, particularly inland but lower in smaller islands and along the coast lines. Temperature: The South East Trade winds from June to August mean the air temperature and humidity are a bit lower than normal. Average air temperature is 27C and the average water temperature is 29C-30C. Exposure gear for diving is always a personal choice, however most visitors find it comfortable to dive in a 2mm wetsuit or a combination lycra and short suit. For those partaking in 4-5 dives a day, additional thermal protection is recommended even though the water and air seem warm. The dive sites, their descriptions and associated images contained within this guide are provided by members of the Association of Dive Operators, Solomon Islands (DOSI
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