Arundel IslandAbout Arundel Island
Arundel Island is part of the New Georgia group in the Western Province of the Solomon Islands. The island is small, rugged and heavily vegetated, typical of islands in the archipelago.
Terrain is generally steep and forested with narrow coastal plains; there are no large urban centers on the island. It is visited mainly for its wartime history and natural environment rather than for developed tourism facilities.
During the World War II New Georgia campaign in 1943 the island was the scene of combat between Allied and Japanese forces, making it of interest to historians and visitors researching Pacific war sites. Remnants and local memory of those operations remain part of the island’s historical record.
Geographically the island lies among the New Georgia Islands in the central Solomons, within Western Province, and is north of the larger New Georgia Island group.
- WWII significance: Site of fighting during the New Georgia campaign in 1943, leaving the island notable for World War II history in the Solomons.
Nearby Attractions to Arundel Island
Best Time to Visit Arundel Island
May-October generally offers more stable weather and better conditions for day trips and diving.
Weather & Climate near Arundel Island
Arundel Island's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 23°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (3503 mm/year), wettest in January.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 24° - 31° | 28° | 395 mm | - | - | 1.6 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 24° - 31° | 27° | 341 mm | - | - | 1.5 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 24° - 31° | 27° | 379 mm | - | - | 1.8 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 24° - 31° | 27° | 267 mm | - | - | 1.6 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 24° - 30° | 27° | 248 mm | - | - | 2.0 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 24° - 30° | 27° | 223 mm | - | - | 2.4 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 23° - 29° | 26° | 309 mm | - | - | 2.3 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 23° - 29° | 26° | 295 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 24° - 30° | 27° | 293 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 24° - 30° | 27° | 239 mm | - | - | 1.9 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 24° - 31° | 27° | 243 mm | - | - | 1.6 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 24° - 31° | 28° | 271 mm | - | - | 1.6 m/s | - | - |
How to Get to Arundel Island
Access usually requires a domestic flight to Henderson (Honiara) and then boat connections through regional operators; many visits are arranged from nearby larger islands (New Georgia/Sao) or via chartered boats from local towns. There is no regular international service directly to the island.
Tips for Visiting Arundel Island
- Bring mosquito repellent and sun protection; island facilities are minimal.
- If seeking WWII history, arrange a local guide - many wreck sites and wartime relics are known only to residents.