About the Port
Ghizo Island sits within the New Georgia group of the Solomon Islands, its main settlement of Gizo serving as a small provincial hub ringed by coral reefs and volcanic peaks. The surrounding waters are known among divers for World War II wreck sites and vibrant marine life, a legacy of the fierce Pacific campaign fought through these islands in the 1940s. Wooden stilt houses, a modest waterfront market, and views toward neighboring Kolombangara volcano give the island an unhurried, tropical character.
Most visitors arrive by tender, as Gizo lacks a deepwater pier, with small boats ferrying travelers to the compact town center. From there, local operators arrange snorkeling, diving, and reef excursions, while the market offers a glimpse of everyday island commerce. The pace is quiet and the infrastructure basic, rewarding those drawn to remote Pacific settings over polished resort amenities.
Pavlus Recommendations
How our planners would spend a day in Ghizo Island.
Dive the Toa Maru Wreck
This Japanese WWII cargo ship rests largely intact off Gizo, its holds still holding trucks, sake bottles, and rifles amid soft coral growth. A short boat ride reaches the site, best arranged with a local dive outfit a day ahead.
Snorkel Kennedy Island
A tiny islet named for John F. Kennedy's WWII shipwreck ordeal, ringed by shallow reef teeming with reef fish and clear water perfect for snorkeling straight off the beach. It's a quick boat transfer from Gizo town.
Browse Gizo Market
The waterfront market is the best window into daily island life, with vendors selling fresh produce, fish, and woven goods under simple stalls. Walkable from the tender landing, it rewards even a brief stroll.
Cruise Lines That Call Here
Cruises That Visit Ghizo Island
| Departs | Cruise Line | Ship | Itinerary | Nights | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 12, 2026 | Seabourn | Seabourn Pursuit | 22 | $20,509 | |
| Aug 16, 2027 | Seabourn | Seabourn Pursuit | 44 | $56,898 | |
| Aug 16, 2027 | Seabourn | Seabourn Pursuit | 81 | $93,497 | |
| Aug 16, 2027 | Seabourn | Seabourn Pursuit | 63 | $75,798 | |
| Aug 16, 2027 | Seabourn | Seabourn Pursuit | 32 | $41,798 | |
| Aug 26, 2027 | Seabourn | Seabourn Pursuit | 53 | $64,323 | |
| Aug 26, 2027 | Seabourn | Seabourn Pursuit | 22 | $29,298 | |
| Aug 26, 2027 | Seabourn | Seabourn Pursuit | 34 | $41,498 | |
| Aug 26, 2027 | Seabourn | Seabourn Pursuit | 71 | $78,097 |