Lela Beach, Guadalcanal

Lela Beach is located on the northern coast of Guadalcanal, the largest island in the Solomon Islands archipelago. This calm beach, which is both sandy and pebbly, is easily accessible and a pleasant area to spend time with friends or family. The ocean is bright blue and warm, with waves for swimming and bodyboarding; at the right end of the beach, you may jump into the water from a shipwreck.

There are thatched cottages, known as fales, set up along the beach, with lush trees for shade and cover, as well as a few local snack shops. If you're lucky, you can check out a weaving festival. There will be groups of women and a few men from various Guadalcanal villages demonstrating their weaving skills – primarily mats and baskets. Other kiosks sell tie-dyed lavalavas and other bright clothes, as well as wooden and shell ornaments.

Lela Beach is never crowded, but it can get congested during peak season, especially on weekends.

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