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Incredible sights and cultural encounters

Posted by Sam and Kellie on June 20, 2025

What an incredible 12-day adventure we had with our guests from the USA, diving through the stunning waters of the Solomon Islands. From vibrant reefs teeming with life to unforgettable cultural encounters on land, every day brought something new...Read More

An exploration of the Solomon Islands' rich World War II history

Posted by Sam and Kellie on May 23, 2025

Emperor Bilikiki is back from a seven-day journey through the Central, Western and Guadalcanal provinces of the Solomon Islands - a journey that offered an immersive exploration of the region’s rich World War II history. During this trip we...Read More

An immersive experience that brought us closer to the ocean and the people who live alongside it

Posted by Sam and Kellie on May 19, 2025

Our 10-day expedition through the waters of the Solomon Islands - led by the Oceanic Society together with Planet Deep - was a remarkable journey of discovery, marine biodiversity, and meaningful connection with nature and local communities...Read More

Dolphin delights and cultural joys

Posted by Sam and Kellie on April 29, 2025

We’ve just wrapped up a great 10-days trip onboard Emperor Bilikiki with a small group of returning guests from the US, Australia and UK. And… we couldn’t be more thrilled to share a few highlights from our unforgettable journey around the...Read More

It's great to be back as the Solomons surprises once again!

Posted by Sam and Kellie on April 25, 2025

What an incredible week to start the season onboard MV Bilikiki. Our seven-day diving adventure through the Central Province of the Solomon Islands was filled with vibrant reefs, historical wrecks, and unforgettable wildlife encounters. It was...Read More

"Always a great time on the Bilikiki. Spectacular diving, excellent food and an amazing crew. One of the best laid out boats I've been diving on."

Mike Aitken

"I have been on many Bilikiki trips over the past eight years, and I will keep going back again and again. I’ve dived in more than 15 countries and h... Read More"

Joanna O'Shea

"I can't think of a better way to spend 12 days than on board Bilikiki. It is absolutely spectacular diving amongst healthy corals, colorful fishes, st... Read More"

Karen Doby

"The trip of a lifetime! Impeccable crew, perfect organization, beautiful landscapes under and above water, new friends, incredible wildlife. My eyes a... Read More"

Stephanie Loubat

"Second time and still finding new sights to see! Wonderful trip well worth the effort....."

Reed Nescher

"Just got back from a 10 day trip on Bilikiki with Tina and Oli. The whole Bilikiki team made our trip a memorable one, despite the temperamental weath... Read More"

Jonathan Rose

"Just really, really, really enjoyed our trip!!! We really fell in love with Pato and Fernando. They did an excellent job guiding us! The crew is as go... Read More"

Darlene Myers

"I had an amazing 10 nights onboard the Bilikiki! The dive sites were so diverse and so beautiful, we had some amazing encounters with wildlife, the cr... Read More"

Lauren Thomas

"Bilikiki is much more than a great dive boat with a fantastic crew sailing the remote Solomon Islands and discovering new and beautiful dive sites; it... Read More"

Thane Kreiner

"My bucket list trip. Outstanding crew and service. Superb diving. Stable and comfortable vessel and accommodations. The chefs do a marvellous job, eve... Read More"

Fred Catella

"If I could rate them 6 stars I would!!! Amazing boat, crew, food and diving."

Brett Lobwein

"I have just returned from a 10 night stay on board the Bilikiki. It was my first trip on the Bilikiki however friends we were with have been 3 or 4 ti... Read More"

Pearl Corker

"I did my 1000th dive on my second trip on the Bilikiki. Last time was in 2005 and then I thought it was the best liveaboard I had been on. It still is... Read More"

Alex Davids

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