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Fishing in
Solomon Islands 2026.
Fishing License & Permit · Fishing Times · Waters & Fish Species · Cost Overview
🌙Fishing Times 2026Best fishing times
·Solomon Islands-9.65°, 160.16°
🎣 Live catches in solomonen
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Fishing License & Permit
- License required?
- No
- Where to apply?
- No formal fishing license required for tourists.
- Cost
- Free.
- Validity
- Not applicable
- Available online?
- No
The Solomon Islands are 900+ islands in the South Pacific — completely untouched! GT, Dogtooth and Sailfish. WW2 history (Guadalcanal). No license needed. One of the world's last fishing adventures!
Book fishing tours in Solomon Islands
Guided tours with local experts — recommended by locals
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Rules & Regulations
- Closed seasons
- No formal closed seasons. Respect village taboos!
- Catch limits
- No strict limits. C&R recommended.
- Prohibited methods
- Dynamite unfortunately common (but prohibited).
- Catch & Release
- Recommended for GT and Big Game.
The Solomon Islands have some of the most untouched reefs and waters in the Pacific. Guadalcanal and Iron Bottom Sound (WW2 battlefield) are historically significant.
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Waters & Fish Species
Top waters
- —Marovo Lagoon (größte Saltwaterlagune in the world)
- —Western Province (GT, Dogtooth Tuna)
- —Florida Islands (Reef fishing, Popping)
- —Guadalcanal Coast (Trolling, Jigging)
Freshwater
Some rivers with tropical species. Not the main reason.
Saltwater
900+ islands! Marovo Lagoon (world's largest saltwater lagoon). Completely untouched!
Starting from100 USD / day
Best season: Year-round! Dry season: April-November is best. Cyclone season: November-April.
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Practical Information
- Equipment
- Lodges provide equipment. Own GT rods recommended. On-site: NOTHING!
- Fishing guides
- Lodge: 300-700 USD/day. Local boat: 50-100 USD.
- Transport
- Flights to Honiara (via Brisbane, Fiji). Small aircraft between islands. Boats.
- Safety
- Malaria everywhere! Crocodiles (saltwater!). Medical care minimal. Travel insurance!
- Customs & taking fish home
- Visa-free for EU citizens (90 days). Fishing equipment allowed.
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Cost Overview
License fees
NO license needed — completely free!
Guide prices
Local boat: 50-100 USD. Lodge: 300-700 USD/day.
Daily budget
Budget: 60-120 USD. Lodge: 300-700 USD/day.
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