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Heritage Park Hotel · Solomon Islands

See & Do
in Solomon
Islands

A scattered archipelago of 900 richly forested islands — where world-class diving, living WWII history, vibrant Melanesian culture, and untouched Pacific wilderness converge.

Our Story

A Pacific kingdom
untouched by time

The Solomon Islands has been attracting international visitors since 1568 when Spanish explorer Álvaro de Mendaña first sailed into this corner of the South Pacific. His legacy endures — Santa Isabel, San Cristóbal, and the famous Guadalcanal all bear the Spanish names he gave them.

The islands and their quiet, reserved people — a rich mix of Melanesian, Micronesian and Polynesian cultures — were largely left alone for 300 years. Then came World War II. The Battle of Guadalcanal saw nearly 38,000 lives lost and marked the turning point of the Pacific War. Today, 25,000 international visitors make the journey every year.

1568Spanish Arrival
1942Battle of Guadalcanal
1976Self-Governing
1978Independence
WWII history Solomon Islands
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Top Experiences

Nine things you must
do in the Solomons

From underwater volcanoes to living lagoons, sacred battlefields to ancient panpipe music — every corner of these islands holds something extraordinary.

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Kavachi's Underwater Volcano

Watch the spectacular display of Kavachi's submarine volcano in the south of Ngatokae, Western Province — one of the most active underwater volcanoes on Earth.

Western Province
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Honiara Food Market

Visit the cosmopolitan and colourful food market in downtown Honiara — a vibrant, living melting pot of Melanesian, Polynesian and Micronesian cultures.

City Centre
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Wild Dolphins — Savo Island

Treat yourself to watching the wild antics of frolicking dolphins out of a beautiful cove on Savo Island, just a short boat ride from Honiara.

Savo Island
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WWII Battle Sites

Be touched at the bravery of soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice. Visit war sites in and around Honiara — on land and underwater in Iron Bottom Sound.

Guadalcanal
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Dive Gizo's Grand Central Station

Enjoy world-class diving in crystal-clear conditions at Gizo's Grand Central Station or the Japanese wreck, the Toa Maru — among the Pacific's finest dives.

Western Province
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Marovo Lagoon

Be mesmerised by the vast expanse of Marovo Lagoon — the largest saltwater lagoon in the world, home to teeming marine life and UNESCO-recognised coral reefs.

World Heritage
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World-Class Surfing

Free the spirit of adventure — surf some of the world's top hideaways in Lau Lagoon (Malaita) or Tagovave on Guadalcanal's wild Weathercoast.

Adventure
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Panpipe Music of Malaita

Be blown away by the poignant, ancient sound of 'Are'are panpipe music — a musical tradition unique to Malaita that has echoed through these islands for centuries.

Culture
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Lake Tegano — World Heritage

Take a flight and be awed by the raised atoll islands of Rennell & Bellona — home of Lake Tegano, the Pacific's only UNESCO World Heritage natural site.

UNESCO

Featured Tours

Our curated
experiences

Scroll to explore Heritage Park's signature tour offerings — each one crafted to give you the deepest, most authentic encounter with these remarkable islands.

WW2 Tour
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WW2 Battlefield
Tour

Walk the ground where history's most decisive Pacific battles were fought. Bloody Ridge, Henderson Field, Alligator Creek — names that changed the course of the war.

3.5 Hours SBD 1,100 per person Max 3 guests
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National Museum
02 / 04
National Museum
& Cultural Centre

Explore weaponry, body ornaments, sculpture, painting, and traditional architecture representing all of Solomon Islands' diverse provinces and cultures.

Self-guided City Centre Souvenir Shop
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Tulagi Dive
03 / 04
Tulagi Island
Dive

Plunge into the warm, crystal waters surrounding Tulagi Island. Coral reefs, abundant marine life, and WWII wrecks await below the surface in unforgettable visibility.

Coral Reef WWII Wrecks All levels
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Solomon Islands Diving
04 / 04
Liveaboard
Diving

Explore Iron Bottom Sound, the Florida Islands, and beyond aboard one of two charter boats from Honiara. Wreck diving, reef diving, and night fishing all in one voyage.

Iron Bottom Sound Charter Boats Night fishing
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In Depth

Experience each
adventure fully

WW2 Battlefield Tour Solomon Islands
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WW2 Battlefield Tour

Some of the fiercest fighting of the entire Pacific War took place in and around Honiara. Bloody Ridge, Red Beach, Skyline Ridge and Henderson Field — names that will forever live in history. In 1942, the Battle of Guadalcanal saw the loss of nearly 38,000 lives and marked the turning point of the war. Visit the battle sites and relics not only around Honiara, but throughout the islands.

⏱ 3.5 hours 💰 SBD 1,100 / person 👥 Max 3 guests 🍱 Lunch included
US War Memorial & Japanese War Monument
Bloody Ridge & Skyline Ridge
4 D's Lunga & Alligator Creek
Sun Valley Battlefield
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National Museum and Cultural Centre
02

National Museum & Cultural Centre

The national museum offers visitors a profound insight into the local traditions and history of Solomon Islands. With various exhibitions of weaponry, body ornaments, sculpture, painting, and cultural dance, the museum captures the breadth of island culture. Behind the museum, the cultural centre features traditional housing structures from each of the provinces.

📍 City Centre 🏛 Self-guided 🛍 Souvenir Shop
Traditional weaponry & body ornaments
Sculpture & painting exhibitions
Cultural dance performances
Provincial traditional housing structures
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Tulagi Island Dive
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Tulagi Island Dive

The warm waters surrounding Tulagi are home to an abundance of marine life and coral reef you'll want to explore for hours. The only dive operator on Tulagi, Tulagi Dive, will show you the very best dive experience on Guadalcanal Island — from pristine coral gardens to haunting WWII wrecks resting in the deep.

🤿 All levels 🌊 Warm waters 🐠 Marine abundance
Pristine coral reef ecosystems
WWII underwater wrecks
Exceptional marine biodiversity
Warm, clear water year-round
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Solomon Islands Diving
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Liveaboard Diving

Solomon Islands diving has earned an enviable worldwide reputation unsurpassed in the Pacific. With an abundance of WWII history, there are numerous wreck dive sites close to Honiara and in Iron Bottom Sound. Two charter boats operate from Honiara — offering reef diving, wreck diving, village trips, and evening fishing for kingfish, wahoo, yellowtail and tuna.

🚢 Charter boats ⚓ Iron Bottom Sound 🎣 Fishing included
WWII wreck diving in Iron Bottom Sound
Florida Islands reef exploration
Village visits & local souvenirs
Evening fishing — kingfish, wahoo, tuna
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"Solomon Islands have become such a breathtakingly fresh destination for those international travellers brave enough to get off the beaten track and look for a new and very different experience." — Heritage Park Hotel, Honiara

Ready to explore?

Our concierge team at Heritage Park Hotel can arrange any of these experiences directly. Simply get in touch and we'll handle everything — from transportation to local guides.

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