This is the Solomon Islands chapter from Lonely Planet’s Papua New Guinea & Solomon Islands guidebook.

For an authentic Melanesian experience the Solomons are hard to beat. From WWII relics scattered in the jungle to leaf-hut villages where traditional culture is still alive, these dramatic volcanic islands set amidst cobalt-blue seas have much to offer.

• dive and snorkel in fish soup in Marovo Lagoon
• maps
• feel complete freedom in an intimate lodge at Langa Langa Lagoon
• transport
• huff and puff your way to the top of the mount on Kolombangara Island
• restaurants & accommodation

Coverage includes: Understand the Solomon Islands, Solomon Islands Today, History, Culture, Arts, Environment, Survival Guide, Directory, Guadalcanal, Honiara, East of Honiara, West of Honiara, Central Province, Florida (Nggela) Islands, Savo, Western Province, Marovo Lagoon, Munda, West New Georgia & Around, Gizo, Islands Around Ghizo, Malaita, Auki & Around and Langa Langa Lagoon.