Imagine a remote tropical island in the Pacific, swathed in virgin rainforest and surrounded by sparkling turquoise lagoons and warm tropical reefs. A place where ancient, endangered leatherback turtles haul up onto the beaches to lay their eggs, where rare dugongs and turtles feed in the warm seagrass meadows, where the forest is filled with bird song and the distant thunder of waves on the fringing reef.
The Tetepare Island Ecolodge attracts visitors from around the world who come to enjoy the pristine beauty and excellent wildlife watching opportunities. The ecolodge is a small, intimate retreat, with just six guest rooms. To ensure guests experience the true tranquillity of the largest uninhabited island in the South Pacific, visitor numbers are limited to a maximum of 14 guests at any one time. Day visitors and yachts are also welcome to visit Tetepare but must contact us in advance and pay a Conservation Fee.
Visit Tetepare Ecolodge in the Solomon Islands where your visit helps support conservation work on the island.
Ecolodge guests stay in traditional Melanesian leaf houses, set on the edge of the rainforest, overlooking a sparkling lagoon full of colourful coral and green and hawksbill turtles. At night, our guests drift off to sleep to the distant sound of waves crashing on the fringing reef of the lagoon and wake in the morning to melodic bird song.
A stay at the Tetepare Island Ecolodge can be as adventurous or relaxed as you like. You can unwind on the beach with a book, hike across the island through the pristine rainforest, snorkel among the coral reefs of the warm turquoise lagoon, visit old village sites from head hunting days, go bird watching, see endangered sea turtles, visit traditional villages on neighbouring islands or take part in countless other activities.
Tetepare Island is over 12,000 hectares in size and surrounded by fringing coral reefs. We suggest you stay at least 5 nights to have enough time to explore. These itineraries are designed to offer a general guide to your experience. Tetepare is a protected conservation area, and the wildlife here thrives in its natural, untamed environment. As such, sightings of specific species cannot be guaranteed.
Tetepare Island is in the Western Province of the Solomon Islands. Overseas visitors can fly directly from Brisbane (Australia) to Munda in the Western Province (3 hours). Alternatively, visitors can fly to the capital Honiara from Australia, Fiji or Vanuatu and catch a domestic Solomon Airlines flight to the town of Munda. and then it is only a short 1.5 hour private boat transfer to Tetepare Island.
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Visitors are encouraged to bring essential items such as bathers, rashie, hiking shoes, reef walkers, a raincoat, light clothing, torch, sunscreen, insect repellent, mask and snorkel and a day pack. As there are no shops, refrigeration, or reliable electricity on the island, guests should pack toiletries, snacks, a small first aid kit, and any necessary medications.
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Our all-inclusive daily rate is approximately 100 Australian dollars per person per day (due to fluctuations in currency conversions please contact us for up to date rates) and includes accommodation, all meals and your own local guide. We endeavor to keep prices low, but we have significant fuel costs for the transport of food, staff and guests as ecolodge staff are only present on the island when visitors are there.
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Meals for ecolodge guests are prepared by our specially-trained local cooks, using fresh organic local ingredients, including vegetables grown in village gardens on nearby Rendova Island, and seafood caught fresh from the waters around Tetepare. We can cater for vegetarians and vegans.
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All guests have a knowledgeable local guide at their disposal throughout their stay. Your guide will be available to accompany you on bush walks, boat trips, snorkeling, wildlife watching trips and other activities. All staff at the Tetepare Ecolodge are descendants of the island’s original inhabitants, and have intimate knowledge of Tetepare’s traditions, history and customs.
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Your visit to the Tetepare Ecolodge includes a conservation fee which goes directly to conservation efforts on the island, and to support local communities conserving their natural heritage. We encourage visitors to also donate to our endowment or scholarship fund.
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