Honiara, Solomon Islands

Photo: Honiara Β· Kahunapule Michael Johnson from Pukalani, Hawaii, United States of America Β· CC BY-SA 2.0

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Is Solomon Islands Safe for First-Time Travelers?

Safety Scores / Solomon Islands

Travel verdict: See the scores below. The scores and risks below say why.

Safety Scores

Overall Safety5/10
Crime Index5/10
Health & Medical4/10
Natural Disasters5/10

Key Risks

  • Petty crime and occasional civil unrest in Honiara
  • Some inter-community violence in remote areas
  • Very limited medical facilities and infrastructure

Avoid protests and large crowds; stay informed of local news

Travel with full medical evacuation insurance

Keep copies of important documents stored separately from originals

Emergency: 999

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