Cruising The Solomon Islands

We didn’t know much about the Solomon Islands before we arrived. All the research I had done was to try to make sure it was a safe country to visit with a yacht. There seems to be quite a negative perception of cruising the Solomon Islands; however, once you get past the rubbish, heat and betel nut, it’s a great place. Betel nut chewers look as though they’ve been eating children and spitting blood on the street. It’s unpleasant, but chewers are harmless.

Away from Honiara, the country is breathtaking, with excellent anchorages, diving and really friendly people.

Cyclone season in the Solomon Islands was fantastic, and we were sad to leave. Unfortunately, when we visited, there were only 5 other cruising boats in the country due to COVID-19, which made our time there a bit lonely. Otherwise, the weather was consistent, giving us a glorious day indispersed with afternoon showers, thunder and lightning.

The full article includes waypoints and anchorage descriptions. Check it out in the FREE November Isuue of AHOY Sailing at https://www.downunderrally.com/ahoy.