Visit the Solomon Islands' most remarkable open-air WWII relic collection — a jungle clearing where Japanese Zero fighters, American artillery and armoured vehicles sit exactly as they were abandoned in 1943, guided privately by a passionate expert.
What to expect
Your vehicle heads west from Honiara along the Guadalcanal coast to this extraordinary open-air museum, set in a lush jungle clearing about 22 km from port. Over a dozen aircraft — including a remarkably complete Mitsubishi Zero — sit alongside howitzers, tanks, and landing craft, slowly being reclaimed by tropical vegetation. Your guide walks you through each piece chronologically, weaving the broader Pacific campaign into each exhibit. The stillness of the clearing, broken only by birdsong, gives the experience a profound, almost sacred quality.
Good to know
The museum is approximately 30 minutes from the cruise pier — best combined with Bonegi Beach (immediately nearby) for an efficient and deeply rewarding half-day. The site is partially shaded but bring a hat and water. Opening hours are approximately 8am–5pm daily. Book your private guide in advance to avoid port-day conflicts.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Honiara — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.
More to do in Honiara
- East Honiara WWII Battlefields: Private Expert-Led Tour
- Savo Island Volcano Day: Sunrise Hike & Megapode Nesting Grounds
- Hotomai Cultural Village: Immersive Traditional Melanesian Ceremony
- Bonegi Beach WWII Wreck Dive: Japanese Landing Ships
- Honiara Central Market & Hidden City: Private Foodie & Culture Walk