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Taro Island Trade Post
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💡 Tips
- As a border area near Bougainville (PNG), monitor local border regulations if you plan any cross-border transit.
- The trade post means a mix of currencies might be discussed, but stick to Solomon Islands Dollars for daily purchases.
- Boats from Bougainville often arrive on market days, offering unique goods.
- Mobile coverage can be spotty; download maps and travel info before arriving.
🍽 Food
A popular, crispy quick snack sold by vendors around the trade area.
The safest and most refreshing drink you can find at the busy border market.
Occasionally brought over by Bougainville traders, offering a slight twist on local flavors.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
A bustling hub where traders from Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands exchange goods.
Stock up on basic supplies and canned goods before heading to remote islands.
Walk away from the main dock for quieter views towards the maritime border.
A more sheltered and calm area compared to the active trade docks.
Water temperature…
The Taro Island Trade Post is the administrative and economic hub of Choiseul Province in the northwest Solomon Islands. Strategically positioned near the border with the Autonomous Region of Bougainville in Papua New Guinea, Taro serves as a vital center for cross-border commerce and regional security. The town facilitates the collection and export of provincial resources, primarily copra and marine products, to international markets. Its infrastructure features a regional airstrip and a dedicated wharf, which are essential for maintaining supply lines to the capital and neighboring islands. Taro is notably recognized for being at the forefront of climate adaptation, as plans are underway to relocate the entire provincial capital to the mainland due to rising sea levels. Despite its small physical footprint, the island remains a high-density economic zone where retail, government services, and maritime logistics converge. The trade post acts as the primary engine for economic growth and distribution within the Choiseul archipelago.
- Location: Solomon Islands
- Nearby: Moli (7 km)
- Population: ~507
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jan, Nov, Dec.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 |
| Rain mm | 253 | 275 | 266 | 273 | 345 | 397 | 383 | 353 | 276 | 287 | 234 | 219 |
Geography
Facts
- Administrative center of Choiseul Province, located on a small island.
- Key gateway for informal and formal trade with Bougainville, PNG.
- Taro Airstrip (TAY) is the main air transport link for the province.
- Central hub for the collection of copra and sustainable marine resources.
- Pioneering site for climate change relocation planning globally.
- Serves as the primary distribution point for fuel and retail goods.
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