Luxury Travel Guide: Solomonislands
Travel in style with premium hotels, fine dining, private transfers, and exclusive experiences
Daily Budget: $630-1700 per day
Complete breakdown of costs for luxury travel in Solomonislands
Accommodation
$300-800 per night
Upscale resorts, luxury eco-lodges, premium beachfront properties, full-service amenities
Food & Dining
$80-200 per day
Resort dining, premium restaurants, private chef experiences, imported ingredients
Transportation
$100-300 per day
Private boats, charter flights, premium transfers, helicopter tours
Activities
$150-400 per day
Private diving guides, exclusive cultural tours, premium fishing charters, spa treatments
Currency: SBD Solomon Islands Dollar (though USD widely accepted)
Luxury Activities in Solomonislands
Curated experiences perfect for your luxury travel style
Money-Saving Tips
Shop at local markets instead of resort stores for 60-80% savings on food and supplies
Use public transportation and shared boats instead of private transfers to save 70-85% on transport costs
Stay in locally-owned guesthouses rather than international resorts for 50-70% accommodation savings
Eat at local restaurants away from tourist areas where meals typically cost 40-60% less
Book inter-island flights well in advance for 30-50% discounts on domestic airfare
Travel during shoulder seasons (March-May, September-November) for 25-40% lower accommodation rates
Bring your own snorkeling gear to avoid daily rental fees of $15-30
Common Budget Mistakes to Avoid
Relying solely on resort dining instead of exploring local food options (typically 200-300% markup)
Not budgeting for inter-island transportation costs which can easily add $100-200 per day
Underestimating activity costs - guided tours and diving typically range $80-200 per person per day