Diving in the Solomon Islands means legendary wrecks and pristine coral reefs — from Iron Bottom Sound to Mary Island. Every dive site in the Solomon Islands with depth, current, certification level and best season, plus the liveaboard itineraries that actually dive them.
The Solomon Islands is one of the world's great liveaboard destinations, with 32 mapped dive sites covering reefs, walls, drifts, channels and wrecks.
Every site below shows depth range, certification level, current, access and the best season, so you can judge at a glance whether it fits your experience. Start with the full site list, then explore dive sites by type, the nearest decompression chambers and the marine life you can expect in the Solomon Islands.
All 32 dive sites in the Solomon Islands
Depth range, certification level, dive type, access and current at a glance.
Open any site for its full profile, best season and the liveaboards that dive it in the Solomon Islands.
32 dive sites
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Mbili Passage is a captivating dive site located within the New Georgia Island group in the Western Province of the Solomon Islands.
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Iron Bottom Sound, located between Guadalcanal, Tulagi, and the Florida Islands, is a legendary dive destination named for the vast amount of World War II wreckage that sank during the 1942-43 Guadalcanal Campaign.
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Leru Cut is a celebrated dive site within the Russell Islands group, renowned for its dramatic geological formation: a narrow canyon slicing deep into Leru Island.
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Mary Island, often referred to as Mary's Island, is a celebrated dive destination in the Solomon Islands, renowned for its pristine marine environment and abundant large marine life.
Verified hyperbaric facilities that cover the diving areas of in the Solomon Islands. Always confirm availability locally before a trip and dive with valid insurance.
| Location | Facility | Relevant for |
|---|---|---|
| Honiara | Solomon Islands Dive Chamber (operation reported intermittent after 2023 earthquake damage — verify before diving) | Guadalcanal, Florida Islands, Russell Islands |
Liveaboard diving in the Solomon Islands means more dive sites per trip: these vessels run real, bookable departures with cabins for solo divers, buddy teams and small groups. Compare boat size, cabin layout, dive deck and nitrox, then check the cheapest price per day before you book. Every the Solomon Islands dive safari below is confirmed with live availability and current operator pricing.
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Conditions & practicalities
32 dive sites in the Solomon Islands — here is what the season data says about the best months, water temperature, visibility and currents, plus how divers usually get there and which fees to budget for.
FAQ
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