Nalongo and Nupani

Two small islands connected by a coral reef structure form a circular atoll with a 6-kilometer diameter lagoon in the southwestern Pacific Ocean.

The atoll has been inhabited by Pacific Islander communities since ancient times, with European explorers documenting their first encounters during maritime expeditions.

The small community of approximately 100 residents on Nupani Island maintains traditional fishing practices and agricultural methods passed down through generations.

Access to the atoll requires boat transportation from other Solomon Islands locations, with limited accommodation options available on Nupani Island.

While Nupani Island supports a resident population, Nalongo Island remains completely uninhabited, creating a contrast in human presence within the same atoll.

Part of: Solomon Islands

GPS coordinates: -10.07060,165.72690

Latest update: March 3, 2025 03:01