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		Fatboys The Gizo Hotel Sanbis Resort
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	Scuba Diving in Gizo
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Only a 90 minute flight from Honiara, Gizo is a tropical treasure trove blessed with sun-drenched lagoons, volcanic islands and pristine waters. The capital of the Western Province, Gizo evokes vivid memories of the heavy fighting of World War II with stories about the rescue of John F. Kennedy, who later became President of the United States and the PT 109 crew. As well as the fierce aerial battles over Vella Lavella.

Although not large, Gizo is your traditional South Pacific island. The main street of Gizo runs along the waterfront lined with small stores, restaurants and an open-air market. This is a great base to explore the Solomon Islands on active adventure trips like scuba diving, snorkelling, sea kayaking, mountain biking, trekking and more.

Adventure Sports (Dive Gizo), now located at the Gizo Hotel, have been exploring the waters around Gizo since 1985. Their experience and variety of dive sites will satisfy most divers skill level and interests. Adventure Sports is a complete tourist facility providing services for divers, snorkelers, bush walking enthusiasts and WWII buffs.

Solomon Watersport is based at Sanbis Resort and cater to all levels of diving skill and experience. They offer wreck, reef, wall and muck diving. Their eco-friendly dive store offers a full range of courses, a good selection of rental equipment, and an in-house photo professional. Snorkelling, fishing, island trips, beach BBQ's and water skiing are also offered by Solomon Watersports

Gizo is renowned for having the most diverse and exciting diving to be found anywhere in the world, from World War II wrecks to numerous offshore reefs, spectacular coral formations, plummeting walls, manta rays and an abundance of marine life.

Water temperature averages 28C and visibility is usually 20 metres plus and troublesome currents are rare. Depending on the dive sites you stay out for lunch at one of the many islands such as Kennedy Island.

Gizo Tsunami Update
On April 2, 2007 a tsunami impacted Gizo Island, devastating the Sasamunga village northeast of Gizo. Houses, food gardens and a hospital were destroyed. Dive sites were mostly untouched, however many hard coral sites west of Gizo suffered heavy damage. Soft corals, wrecks and sites further East were minimally impacted, and recovery of damaged areas has been steady and positive.

Accommodation: Three (3) waterfront bungalows, 2 in a duplex, Each with 1 Queen size bed and 3 single beds and 1 bungalow with 1 Queen size bed. Constructed using a blend of traditional leaf and local tropical hardwoods. The traditionally designed, well-appointed bungalows are located right on the waters edge.

Amenities: Tea and coffee making facilities, 240 volt power, DVD player and TV with a selection of DVD's, large verandah with views across to Kennedy Island and Mt. Kolombangara.

A 100 meter jetty connects the island to the popular Fatboys Restaurant and Bar. The restaurant specialises in fresh seafood and is open for lunch and dinner everyday. The bar is well stocked with both local and imported produce. The bar is also equipped with a pool table

Activities: Diving, snorkelling and surfing are three activities Fatboys is renouned for. Other activities available include sport fishing, island tours, romantic picnics on deserted islands, nature hikes. For those more adventurous you can rent a sea kayak and explore the beautiful tropical surroundings.

The Gizo Hotel

The Gizo Hotel is situated on the main street of Gizo just 5 minutes boat ride from the airport, overlooking the water and surrounding islands. The Hotel offers a variety of accommodation to suit most budgets.

Accommodation: The hotel offers a number of rooms all with private bathroom, ceiling fan, refrigerator, IDD telephones plus tea and coffee-making facilities. The newer poolside and sea-view rooms also feature private balconies, air-conditioning and views overlooking the Harbour or Pool Area.

Amenities: Along with its own private jetty, the hotel features a very popular restaurant and bar specialising in fresh seafood, tour desk, gift shop and dive shop. The salt-water swimming pool offers an ideal setting for pre dinner drinks or a relaxed swim.

Activities: Apart from diving, Gizo offers a wide range of other activities. The hotel tour desk can arrange various other activities from sport fishing, island tours, romantic picnics on deserted islands, nature hikes and cultural tours. For those more adventurous you can rent a sea kayak and explore the beautiful tropical surroundings.

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Sanbis Resort

Sitting amidst coastal trees and coconut palms is Sanbis Resort. Its villas verandahs overhang a tranquil lagoon. Enjoy snorkeling in front of your private bungalow in 30°C waters, join in activities provided by Solomon Watersport (located at the in-house PADI dive center) or simply relax to your heart’s content. The Solomon Islands are as far from the maddening crowd as you can get and Sanbis Resort offers the tranquility that comes with the serene island environment.

Accommodation: To maintain total exclusivity, the resort has 6 bungalows, limiting the number guests at any one time. Each bungalow incorporates a modern ensuite bathroom, has it's own secluded beach and is totally separated from the others. Enjoy a short stroll through the tropical jungle with its natural perfume of exotic flowers, which leads to a shady platform. A perfect haven for sundowners and pre-dinner drinks as you watch the magnificent sunsets over Simbo Island.