Zoleilo Bungalows
(Formelly known as Yawana Dive ) Zoleilo means happiness in Velle language.
The perfect place to escape from the modern world with snorkelling, fishing, bush walking to tambu sites and lots of relaxation and culture.
Zoleilo Bungalows is on the south west coast of Vella Lavella Island just one hour from Gizo by boat.
Traditional ‘leaf house’ style bungalows at the water’s edge looking towards Ranongga Island, surrounded by gardens of coconuts, bananas, fruit and vegetables. Comfortable, clean, cool and no-fuss. Shared toilet and bathroom. Maximum of four guests. Andie does all the cooking, with an emphasis on fresh seafood and fruit and vegetables grown in the garden.
Zoleilo Bungalows are mostly powered by 12v solar, and we run a generator for a few hours in the evening for charging laptops and camera batteries etc.
There is a good internet/phone connection from a nearby telecom tower.
Zoleilo is not just about diving the amazing reefs of Vella, we create a more holistic Solomon Islands experience in which guests meet local people and learn about their culture.
Accommodation
The Bungalow is a traditional style island leafhouse with thatched sago leaf roof, double bed, private balcony and shower.
A secluded, private house to enjoy the nest sunset view over the remote Solomon Islands.
The Den is also a traditional Solomon Islanders leafhouse, adjacent to the Zoleilo activity hut and balcony.
A private room, with large windows to enjoy the afternoon sea breeze or relaxing in the hammock on the balcony.
Inclusions
Return transfer from Gizo township or airstrip
Complimentary tea, coffee, fruit & snacks all day
3 Meals per day per person
Guests can BYO alcohol or supplies can be priced up when in Gizo
Internet at additional cost
Your private natural swimming hole
Zoleilo is not just about snorkelling the amazing reefs of Vella, we create a more holistic Solomon Islands experience in which guests meet local people and learn about their culture. We can arrange a traditional dance performance on our private beach, or a visit to a nearby tambu site hidden in the forest. Massage available on request.
There are plenty of other activities for guests - fishing with local guide Alan who has thirty years of experience taking fishermen to the best spots, or hiking through the forest to visit the WWII wreck of a DC3 transport plane, or a boat tour up the Ola river to look at crocodiles.
