Travel Summary

• Register with our LOCATE service to tell us when and where you are travelling abroad or where you live abroad so our consular and crisis staff can provide better assistance to you in an emergency.
  
  
• The tropical cyclone season normally runs from November to May. During this period strong winds, heavy rains and rough seas can be expected. See Natural Disasters – Tropical Cyclones.
  
  
• Fresh and salt water crocodiles and sharks are common in Solomon Islands’ waters. Large crocodiles have recently been sighted offshore at Bonegi Beach near Honiara.
  
  
• Solomon Islands will host the 11th Festival of Pacific Arts from 1 to 14 July 2012. Some 3,000 performers and their supporting delegations are expected to visit Honiara during this period. There will also be an unknown number of tourists from the Pacific region. This will put heavy demands on Honiara’s infrastructure, utilities and hotel and other tourist accommodation.
  
  
• There is a low threat from terrorism. But you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate terrorist attacks, which could be in public areas, including those frequented by expatriates and foreign travellers.
  
  
• Few British nationals visit Solomon Islands. Most visits are trouble-free. 
  
  
• Medical facilities are very basic throughout Solomon Islands, including Honiara.
  
  
• You should take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance before travelling. See General - Insurance.