Anuta, Volcanic island in Temotu Province, Solomon Islands
Anuta is a volcanic island in Temotu Province with a rounded shape and low profile above the ocean. It sits within a fringing coral reef and supports a small year-round population living in scattered dwellings across the terrain.
The island was discovered by HMS Pandora in 1791 and first named Cherry Island by the European observer. Since then it has remained largely removed from outside influence and change.
The residents speak their own language and practice traditional crafts like canoe building and woodcarving that remain central to everyday life. These skills are passed down naturally within families and shape how people use the surrounding waters and forests.
Weather follows two patterns: April to October brings trade winds with cooler temperatures, while October to April brings monsoon rains. Plan visits during the drier months when conditions are more stable and travel is easier.
The nearest inhabited island, Tikopia, sits over 100 km away, making this among the most isolated settlements in the Pacific Ocean. This remoteness has allowed the island to develop its own path largely undisturbed.
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