Fees · Destination Guide
Gizo and Western Province
Wrecks, reef passages and village lagoons in the wild west of the Solomons
Updated Apr 26, 2026 • 34 sources
Fees And Permits
Confirm these fees before you book so your operator plan and day budget match what you will pay onsite.
Fees You Can't Skip
- Visitor permit or tourist visa - Varies by nationality and route; Immigration lists USD $100 visa fee plus USD $50 online fee for tourist visa applications
- Customary reef, landing and cultural access fees - Usually included or arranged through your operator; exact local amount varies
- Typical payment pattern: Western Province does not operate like a single national marine park with one universal dive tag.
What people usually pay
Western Province does not operate like a single national marine park with one universal dive tag. Budget instead for immigration requirements, operator packages, customary reef or landing permissions, conservation contributions and remote transfer costs. Good operators usually fold local access arrangements into the tour price, but travelers should still ask what is included.
| Fee | Amount | Applies to | Where to pay | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visitor permit or tourist visa | Varies by nationality and route; Immigration lists USD $100 visa fee plus USD $50 online fee for tourist visa applications Immigration tourist visa page lists 30 days on arrival; Tourism Solomons separately describes visitor permits up to three months for many tourists | International visitors, depending on nationality and permit type | Solomon Islands Immigration Division online system or arrival permit process when eligible | Check the latest official requirement before ticketing. Carry proof of onward or return travel, accommodation and sufficient funds. |
| Customary reef, landing and cultural access fees | Usually included or arranged through your operator; exact local amount varies Per site, activity or visit | Diving, snorkeling, surfing, cultural landings, shrine visits and some beach stops | Through a licensed dive operator, lodge, village guide or conservation host | Many reefs, beaches and cultural sites sit within customary ownership. Do not land, anchor, fish, drone or visit shrines without local permission. |
| Dive and snorkel boat packages | Dive Gizo advertises 2026 dive packages from AUD $220 per day for 2 boat dives and lunch; other operators price separately Per dive day or package | Scuba divers, guided snorkelers and mixed boat groups | Dive Gizo, Dive Munda, Uepi Island Resort and local lodges | Rates can change by season, fuel, equipment rental, lunch and number of dives. Confirm current pricing directly before building budgets. |
| Tetepare conservation stay or visit contribution | Included in ecolodge stays or arranged conservation visits; confirm current amount Per stay, tour or conservation activity | Tetepare visitors, wildlife watchers and conservation-focused snorkel trips | Tetepare Ecolodge or approved conservation visit channel | Funds support local conservation work, turtle monitoring and community-managed protection. Follow ranger instructions around nesting beaches and no-take areas. |
| Departure tax and air ticket surcharges | Departure tax is generally included in airline tickets; fare surcharges vary Per air ticket | Air travelers | Included through the airline or ticketing channel | The Ministry of Communication and Aviation notes that departure tax is included in flight tickets, so travelers should not normally pay it separately at the airport. |