Must-see attractions in Samoa

  • Falemata'aga

    Apia

    The German-era school building houses an enchanting collection of artefacts and displays focusing on four themes: history, culture, Pacific and…

  • Vaiala Beach

    Apia

    The closest beach to Apia town, immediately east of the harbour. The currents can be strong, so take care and avoid the area marked by buoys where there’s…

  • Falealupo Catholic Church

    Savai'i

    Eerily beautiful and enigmatic ruins of a Catholic church abandoned after the cyclones of the early 1990s.

  • Matareva

    'Upolu

    You'll find a series of delightful coves with shallow snorkelling areas and lots of rock pools.

  • Grave of Afutiti

    'Upolu

    Resting spot of chief Afutiti, who was buried standing up to keep watch over Manono island.

  • Tafua Savai'i Crater

    Savai'i

    This jungle crater in the Tafua Peninsula Rainforest Preserve is a birdwatcher's paradise.

  • Ofa Waterfall

    'Upolu

    This waterfall is reached via an overnight hike into the O Le Pupu-Pu’e National Park.

  • Vaiula Beach

    'Upolu

    There's decent surfing to be had at this pretty beach, accessed from Tafatafa village.

  • Salamumu

    'Upolu

    This village is home to a beautiful set of beaches reached by a potholed 5.5km track.

  • Lover's Leap

    Savai'i

    Stunning cliff-top views of a small but dramatic ocean cove.

  • Star Mound

    'Upolu

    Ancient star mound on Manono island.

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