Honiara & Guadalcanal

• Honiara Central Market: A window into local life, with fresh fruit, vegetables, seafood, and wood carvings and shell jewelry. (1–2 hours)
• American War Memorial: Located on Skyline Ridge, it overlooks Iron Bottom Bay and the city, commemorating the Battle of Guadalcanal. (1 hour)
• Henderson Field and nearby WWII battle sites: Key remnants of one of the Pacific War’s pivotal battlegrounds. (Half day)
• National Museum & Botanical Gardens: Learn about Melanesian culture and island flora; ideal for a first-day introduction. (1.5 hours)

Nearshore & Archipelago

• Iron Bottom Sound (Iron Bottom Bay wreck sites): Dense with WWII ship and aircraft wrecks, a renowned diving destination. (Half day – 1 day)
• Tulagi Island: Former colonial administrative center with historic war sites and excellent dive opportunities. (Half day)
• Florida Islands (Nggela): Surrounded by coral reefs, great for snorkeling and island-hopping. (Half day – 1 day)

Western Province & Outer Islands

• Marovo Lagoon: Known as one of the world’s largest double-barrier reef lagoons, dotted with islands and crystal-clear waters, it’s a hub for snorkeling and woodcarving villages. (2–3 days)
• Gizo: Gateway to the Western Province and a diving hub, with nearby wrecks and coral reefs.
• East Rennell: One of the world’s largest raised coral atolls, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with high ecological value. (Requires special planning)
• Bellona Island: Adjacent to Rennell, it preserves traditional Polynesian culture.