In 1989 MV Bilikiki sailed as the first full service
luxury live aboard dive vessel in Solomon Islands. Since then she has
gained as reputation as being among the best of the world's live aboards
Following in her tradition in 1992 MV Spirit of Solomons joined
Bilikiki Cruises Ltd. as sister ship to  MV
Bilikiki. Both vessels boast unparalleled space and comfort,
immense sun decks, plenty of covered deck space and air-conditioned
accommodation. The cuisine on both boats is superb, being a blend of
European, Island, and American cooking. Fresh fruits and vegetables
are purchased daily from the friendly villagers en route.
Your hosts on Bilikiki and Spirit of Solomons are professional diving instructors
affiliated with either NAUI or PADI.
Diving in Solomon Islands is spectacular. Brilliant soft and hard corals,
huge sea fans and a world of pelagics as well as many unidentified species
of reef fish, make diving in Solomons an adventure you won't forget. Add
to this the thrill of W.W.II wreck diving and you have the perfect diving
holiday for everyone.
 Diving
is done in the mother ship fashion with each vessel having two 21 foot
aluminum dive tenders which drop the divers exactly on the dive site and
pick them up wherever they may surface. There is no need for long swims
or fighting currents. With a crew of eleven plus two managers on each
boat, the only time you will need to touch your diving equipment will
be when it is on your back, while you enjoy the underwater wonders. Our
well trained crew will load and unload all tanks and will even rinse your
gear for you.
In addition to the well documented and world-renowned diving, Solomon
Islands offer a hidden wealth of cultural and natural wonders.
During trips to villages you will be welcomed by the shy but friendly
smiles of the Solomon Island people. Special visits to enjoy traditional
dancing, taboo sites from the headhunting days, cave walks, and the sites
of old W.W.II artifacts, can all be arranged.
 For
the naturalists there is a rich and varied bird, reptile and plant life.
The birds most commonly seen are cockatoos, brightly coloured parrots
and lorikeets, eagles, frigate birds and ospreys but many other wait to
be identified, while on land a number of types of lizards, iguanas and
other reptiles can be spotted. Palms, tropical varieties of almond trees,
wild ginger, and wild orchids as well as more exotic plants grace the
shoreline.
In the evenings try your hand, along with the crew, fishing for kingfish,
wahoo, yellowtail tuna, or whatever luck brings you.
Whatever your interests Solomon Islands can offer you an intriguing and
rich variety of experiences.
Whether you are a devoted diver interested in our now famous unlimited-diving
charters, someone who is interested in the culture and natural beauty
of the islands, or someone who would like to combine the best of both
worlds, contact us and let us know your interests, and we will design
the idea holiday for you.
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