Bellona IslandBellona Island at a Glance
About Bellona Island
Bellona Island is a small inhabited island in the Solomon Islands and forms part of the Rennell and Bellona Province. It is one of the southernmost islands of the country and is culturally a Polynesian outlier within the mostly Melanesian Solomons.
The island offers remote coastal environments, coral reefs and village communities with traditional Polynesian culture; infrastructure and visitor facilities are limited. Natural highlights are coastal beaches and local reef fisheries rather than developed tourist services.
Bellona has been inhabited for many centuries by Polynesian communities and retains local customs and village-based settlement patterns. Its modern administration is as part of the independent Solomon Islands nation.
Geographically Bellona lies immediately south of Rennell Island in the far south of the Solomon Islands archipelago and is reached by infrequent inter-island transport from larger islands in the province.
Best Time to Visit Bellona Island
Visit during the dry season for safer boat access and clearer water; always check local conditions.
Weather & Climate near Bellona Island
Bellona Island's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 20°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (2664 mm/year), wettest in February.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 23° - 30° | 26° | 287 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 23° - 29° | 26° | 321 mm | - | - | 2.4 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 23° - 30° | 26° | 321 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 23° - 30° | 26° | 228 mm | - | - | 2.4 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 22° - 30° | 26° | 205 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 21° - 29° | 25° | 149 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 20° - 29° | 25° | 206 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 21° - 30° | 25° | 190 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 21° - 30° | 26° | 185 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 22° - 31° | 27° | 169 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 23° - 31° | 27° | 183 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 23° - 31° | 27° | 220 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
How to Get to Bellona Island
Access is by sea from larger Solomon Islands hubs; most visitors reach Bellona via boat transfers from more common points like Lata (Nendo) or other nearby islands in Temotu Province. Arrange transport through local operators or provincial authorities; schedules depend on weather and demand.
Tips for Visiting Bellona Island
- Bring cash if hiring a local boat - formal services are rare and informal arrangements common.
- Ask local fishers about landing spots and tides; small reefs and currents can be tricky.
- Respect local ownership and any posted signs - many small Solomon Islands isles are privately claimed or sacred.