Kavachi, Submarine volcano near Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands
The Kavachi volcano rises from 1100 meters below sea level, with its underwater crater located 20 meters beneath the ocean surface.
Since its first recorded eruption in 1939, the volcano has created temporary islands at least eight times through intense volcanic activity.
Local inhabitants of the New Georgia Group named the volcano after their sea god, referring to it as Rejo te Kavachi, meaning Kavachi's oven.
Direct observation of the volcano requires specialized research vessels due to its underwater location and frequent eruptions producing steam plumes.
Marine research in 2015 discovered hammerhead sharks, silky sharks, and sixgill stingrays living inside the active volcanic crater.
Location: Solomon Islands
Elevation above the sea: -20 m
Made from material: andesite
Part of: Solomon Islands
GPS coordinates: -8.99369,157.97240
Latest update: May 11, 2025 21:53
The Solomon Islands in the South Pacific preserve numerous traces of World War II. In Honiara, the National Museum and Vilu War Museum document the Guadalcanal Campaign through collections of artillery pieces, aircraft wrecks, and military equipment. Offshore, sunken warships and planes have become dive sites. The archipelago includes active volcanoes such as Mount Balbi on Bougainville and Tinakula. The Marovo Lagoon ranks among the world's largest saltwater lagoons. Waterfalls include Mataniko Falls near Honiara and Tenaru Falls. The Central Market in Honiara offers local produce, fish, and handicrafts from various provinces across the archipelago.
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