Cruise port Kasolo (Kennedy Island)
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Port information & tips for Kasolo (Kennedy Island)
Kasolo, known worldwide as Kennedy Island, is a historic paradise in the heart of the Solomon Islands and fascinates visitors with its untouched South Sea beauty. The small coral island impresses with snow-white sandy beaches and turquoise waters, offering an atmosphere of complete seclusion thanks to its dense vegetation. Outstanding highlights include the PT-109 memorial, commemorating the dramatic rescue of John F. Kennedy during the Second World War, and the colorful coral reefs, which are ideal for snorkeling. As the island does not have a large terminal, shore leave is by tender boat directly to the island's wooden jetty. The lively provincial capital Gizo is also reachable in about fifteen minutes thanks to short boat connections, combining colonial history with authentic island markets.
Kasolo (Kennedy Island) in the Solomon Islands is not a classic embarkation port, but is primarily visited by cruise ships as a historical and scenically attractive port of call on expedition and luxury voyages. Since there are no traditional port facilities, arrival to the small island usually takes place via tender boat directly from the cruise ship.
Airplane
For travelers from the DACH region, the journey to Kasolo (Kennedy Island) is a longer trip by plane. The most important international arrival point in the Solomon Islands is Honiara International Airport (HIR) on Guadalcanal. Alternatively, Munda Airport (MUA) in the Western Province offers weekly direct flights from Brisbane, Australia. International connections generally lead through larger hubs such as Brisbane (Australia) or Nadi (Fiji), which requires comprehensive travel planning.
Onward journey locally
From Honiara (HIR) you can reach the nearest airport Gizo (GZO), also known as Nusatupe Airport, with a domestic flight that takes about 1 hour and 5 minutes. From Gizo, Kasolo (Kennedy Island) is then easily accessible in just 10 to 15 minutes by a small boat. Since the island is uninhabited and has no infrastructure of its own, this is the common way to arrive for excursions.
Pre-cruise stay
Due to the long journey and potential flight schedule changes, a pre-cruise stay of at least one night in Honiara or Gizo is recommended. In Honiara, the international airport is located about 11 kilometers east of the city center, and transfer options include taxis or pre-booked hotel shuttles. In Gizo as well, hotels and dive resorts often offer transfers to the local airport and assist in organizing the boat trip to Kennedy Island. A relaxed start to your Solomon Islands adventure is thus optimally guaranteed.
Check-in & Embarkation
Please note that you will usually receive a fixed time slot for check-in with your travel documents, which is binding for your embarkation. Plan sufficient time for the journey to the port accordingly and take into account that the latest embarkation time - depending on the cruise line and destination - is usually scheduled about one hour before the planned departure.
Also during the voyage: For shore excursions, you should be back on board no later than one hour before departure. Always observe the current announcements as well as the notices on board, as mooring and departure times can change at short notice.
