Malaita is a beautiful place to visit, however it can be a bit inaccessible for those who are not able to rough it! It can be reached by a 20min plane flight from Honiara, or by boat (about 3 hours but very much cheaper).

The capital of the island, and the only town, is Auki. Auki has quite a few general shops, which have more in them than you may think at first glance. If looking for 'unusual' items (e.g. Aussie or NZ food) be prepared to ask around a bit and try to match your accent to theirs...otherwise there can be much confusion!

A walk by the sea near Auki is much recommended - ask anyone and they will be able to point you in the right direction (the place really isn't that big!) But for even more stunning and untouched beaches and quaint villages, head out by truck to any place you like - Langa Langa Logoon (west), Mala Village (north), and almost anywhere out east! Truck rides are cheap - SBD$40- SBD$60 max to the furthest away village. There is also amazing snorkelling, diving, tramping, you name it! Just be prepared to organise yourself as tourism has not really reached there yet (thank goodness) so there are no 'package tours'!

To see some of my own photos, check out www.srahprabhu.bebo.com Most of them will be boring as they are of close friends of mine - not typical tourist shots! My latest trip should be loaded soon which have a few more shots of the town.