The last day of activities on our expedition was at the picturesque Santa Ana Island in the Solomon Islands. The shoreline of this small tropical island was lined with dense rainforest and coconut trees right up to the beach. Surrounding the Island was a vibrant fringing reef with a spectacular variety of healthy corals.
We were greeted at the beach landing by the traditional Melanesian warrior welcome, and once ashore we had time to peruse the various local crafts and wooden carvings for sale.
Once we were all gathered, we watched the special performance from the local community that represents the historical migration of the different groups of people who visited these islands.
After the performances and music, we all had time to explore and head out for different activities, including bird watching, hiking, and snorkeling.
