Kolombangara Island
Kolombangara
A nearly perfectly round, extinct volcanic island across from Gizo, where rainforest hikes lead to the crater rim at about 1,770 m.
Kolombangara is about 30 km across and reached by boat from Gizo in about 1 hour. The climb usually takes two days and one night, with a local guide leading you through lowland rainforest and cloud-moss forest to the crater rim, with rich birdlife along the way. Those with less stamina can join a half-day rainforest and waterfall walk or a village visit. Guides and boats should be arranged in advance through a guesthouse or a local conservation group.
Opening hours
Guide reservation required
Nearby sights
- Kennedy Island (Kasolo)
- Fatboys Resort, Mbabanga Island
- Gizo Market & Waterfront
- Toa Maru Wreck
- Njari Island
- Skull Island (Roviana Lagoon)
- Simbo Island