Itinerary Honiara, Gizo & Munda

July is the dry season in the Solomon Islands—an excellent time for adventure, diving, and enjoying pristine beaches with good weather and minimal rainfall.

💰 Budget overview

Category	Amount
✈️ Transport	1700 USD
🏨 Accommodations	950 USD
🧳 Gear	150 USD
🗺️ On-site	700 USD
Total	3500 USD

🗺️ Activities & landmarks

🇸🇧 Honiara - 2 days

☀️ Daytime

• [ ] 🏛️ National Museum of Solomon Islands ⭐⭐ (~1.5h)

  • Overview of the nation’s history and culture; exhibitions on WWII and local artistry.

• [ ] 🏙️ Central Market ⭐⭐ (~1h)

  • Vibrant local market for produce, crafts, and seafood; great spot for meeting locals.

• [ ] 🏖️ Bonegi I & II Wrecks ⭐⭐⭐ (~3h)

  • World-class WWII snorkeling/dive sites right off the shore; bring/review gear and check tides.

• [ ] 🏞️ Botanic Gardens ⭐ (~1h)

  • Explore tropical flora and see rare indigenous plant species; peaceful morning stop.

• [ ] 🕍 Mendana Avenue ⭐ (~0.5h)

  • Main street with colonial-era architecture and lively atmosphere.

• [ ] 🏛️ St. Barnabas Cathedral ⭐⭐ (~0.5h)

  • Historic church with stunning glass and ocean views.

• [ ] 🌳 Mt. Austen & Vilu War Museum ⭐⭐⭐ (~3h)

  • Important WWII site with impressive views of the city and relics outdoors.

🌙 Evening & night

• [ ] 🍸 Club Havanah ⭐⭐ (~2h)
  • Lively local lounge with cocktails; relaxed, friendly vibe.

🍽️ Must-try food spots

• [ ] 🍜 Honiara Hotel Restaurant ⭐⭐⭐
  • Specialties: local seafood, coconut crab — mid-range prices.

🔁 Optional if time permits

• [ ] 🏙️ Point Cruz Yacht Club (~1h)
  • Enjoy a sunset drink over the waterfront.

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🇸🇧 Gizo - 3 days

☀️ Daytime

• [ ] 🏖️ Kennedy Island ⭐⭐⭐ (~3h)

  • Famous tiny atoll for perfect swimming/snorkeling—ideal for day trips & picnics.

• [ ] 🏝️ Gizo Town ⭐⭐ (~1.5h)

  • Explore the vibrant markets, local shops, and waterfront.

• [ ] 🌊 Dive Gizo ⭐⭐⭐ (~5h)

  • Unmissable diving: WWII wrecks, coral gardens, abundant marine life—book with local operators.

• [ ] 🌿 Njari Island ⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Pristine snorkeling, clear shallows, and peaceful beaches.

• [ ] 🏞️ Imagination Island ⭐ (~1.5h)

  • Eco-resort island for casual snorkeling or a meal (day visitor access).

• [ ] 🛶 Vonavona Lagoon Canoe Tour ⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Traditional canoe trip, mangroves, and birdlife—great for photos.

🌙 Evening & night

• [ ] 🍸 PT109 Bar & Restaurant ⭐⭐ (~2h)
  • Laid-back, overwater bar with good seafood and strong drinks.

🍽️ Must-try food spots

• [ ] 🍜 Leaf Haus Restaurant ⭐⭐⭐
  • Known for grilled fish, fresh fruit, and local greens—waterfront setting.

🔁 Optional if time permits

• [ ] 🏙️ Simbo Island Volcano Tour (~half day)
  • Adventurous guided hike, hot springs, rarely crowded—book in advance.

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🇸🇧 Munda - 2 days

☀️ Daytime

• [ ] 🏊‍♂️ Munda Dive ⭐⭐⭐ (~4h)

  • Access to world-renowned dive sites like Shark Point and Alice in Wonderland reef.

• [ ] 🏝️ Hopei Island ⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • White-sand beaches, shallow blue water; accessible by short boat ride.

• [ ] 🏞️ Skull Island ⭐⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Visit local guardians and see traditional shrines—respectful dress required.

• [ ] 🌳 Lagoon Kayaking ⭐ (~2h)

  • Paddle through mangroves and calm lagoons.

• [ ] 🐟 Munda Market ⭐⭐ (~1h)

  • Browse fresh produce, seafood, and crafts.

🌙 Evening & night

• [ ] 🍸 Titiru Eco Lodge Bar ⭐⭐ (~2h)
  • Laid-back drinks, sunset views over the water.

🍽️ Must-try food spots

• [ ] 🍜 Agnes Gateway Hotel Restaurant ⭐⭐⭐
  • Local shellfish, coconut rice, and fresh grilled fish — mid-range, pretty views.

🔁 Optional if time permits

• [ ] 🏞️ Visit Rendova Island (~half day)
  • Excellent off-the-beaten-path snorkeling, meet villagers.

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🎬 Films & series to watch

🇸🇧 Honiara

• [ ] 🎬 The Thin Red Line (1998) — ⭐ 7.6 — WWII epic set during the Guadalcanal campaign — Amazon
• [ ] 📺 Pacific Warriors (2015) — ⭐ 7.2 — Polynesian/Oceanic outrigger canoe journey, stunning regional visuals — YouTube

🇸🇧 Gizo

• [ ] 🎬 WWII Lost Films: The Battle of Guadalcanal (2010) — ⭐ 8.0 — Doc episode featuring the Solomon Islands campaign — History Channel
• [ ] 📺 Islands of Mystery: Solomons (2013) — ⭐ 7.0 — Nature/culture documentary, explores island life and marine wonders — Nat Geo

🇸🇧 Munda

• [ ] 🎬 Solomon Islands: A Forgotten Paradise (2017) — ⭐ 7.4 — Travel doc, local culture and breathtaking underwater footage — YouTube
• [ ] 📺 Blue Planet II (Ep 6: Coasts) (2017) — ⭐ 9.2 — Covers South Pacific coral reefs — BBC, Netflix

🍜 Local specialties

🇸🇧 Honiara

• [ ] Kakake (baked or boiled taro)
• [ ] Coconut crab
• [ ] Cassava pudding

🇸🇧 Gizo

• [ ] Grilled reef fish
• [ ] Sago cakes
• [ ] Poi (fermented taro/sweet potato)

🇸🇧 Munda

• [ ] Shellfish with coconut rice
• [ ] BBQ mud crab
• [ ] Coral trout sashimi

📍 Maps - places to pin

🇸🇧 Honiara

1. Bonegi I & II Wrecks
2. Club Havanah
3. Central Market
4. Heritage Park Hotel
5. Honiara Hotel Restaurant

🇸🇧 Gizo

1. Kennedy Island
2. PT109 Bar & Restaurant
3. Gizo Market
4. Sanbis Resort
5. Leaf Haus Restaurant

🇸🇧 Munda

1. Skull Island
2. Titiru Eco Lodge Bar
3. Munda Market
4. Agnes Gateway Hotel
5. Agnes Gateway Hotel Restaurant

✈️ Transport to book

• [ ] ✈️ London → Honiara (via Brisbane or Nadi)
• [ ] ✈️ Honiara → Gizo (short domestic flight)
• [ ] ✈️ Gizo → Munda (fast boat or short flight)
• [ ] ✈️ Munda → Honiara → London

🏨 Accommodations

City	Nights	Accommodation	Price
Honiara	2	Heritage Park Hotel	350 USD
Gizo	3	Sanbis Resort	450 USD
Munda	2	Agnes Gateway Hotel	150 USD
Total	7 nights		950 USD

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Enjoy your adventure in the pristine Solomon Islands—one of the Pacific's last truly wild treasures, ideal for beach lovers and adventurers!