Day tour · Upolu
Samoa in a Day: Customizable Tour of Beaches, Waterfalls, Culture
By Matua Tours· 4.9★ (16)
- Day tour
- 5 to 8 hours
- Upolu
Samoa in a Day is a private, full-day tour from Apia tailored to your interests. Choose from waterfalls, beaches, To Sua (a natural swimming pool), and the Giant Clam Sanctuary, or mix your own itinerary. A local guide leads the tour in private transport at a flexible pace, so you can spend as much or as little time as you like at each stop. The tour runs 5 to 8 hours depending on your preferences. Cancellation is flexible, making it easy to adjust plans if needed.
About this activity
Private full-day tour tailored to your interests — from waterfalls and beaches to To Sua and the Giant Clam Sanctuary. Local guide, private transport, flexible pace.
Additional information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Operated by Matua Tours
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation — cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather — if it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers — if it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Where you'll go
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About the operator
Matua Tours
Apia, Samoa
Private Samoa tours for those who want to "move beyond the map". Customizable itinerary including To Sua, Giant Clam Sanctuary, waterfalls, beaches. Active on Facebook + Instagram + TikTok.
Stay nearby on Upolu
Properties near where this activity goes — closer beds mean less island-driving on tour day.
Samoa in a Day: Customizable Tour of Beaches, Waterfalls, Culture in detail
- About
- A private, full-day tour from Apia tailored to your interests. Choose from waterfalls, beaches, To Sua, the Giant Clam Sanctuary, or create your own mix. A local guide leads in private transport at a flexible pace.
- What to expect
- You'll visit sites chosen to match your interests — waterfalls, beaches, To Sua, and the Giant Clam Sanctuary are all available options. Your local guide sets the pace; you decide how long to spend at each stop. The tour runs 5 to 8 hours in total.
About Samoa in a Day: Customizable Tour of Beaches, Waterfalls, Culture
How long is Samoa in a Day: Customizable Tour of Beaches, Waterfalls, Culture?
Samoa in a Day: Customizable Tour of Beaches, Waterfalls, Culture runs about 5 to 8 hours.
How much does Samoa in a Day: Customizable Tour of Beaches, Waterfalls, Culture cost?
NZD 322 per adult.
How do I book Samoa in a Day: Customizable Tour of Beaches, Waterfalls, Culture?
Book Samoa in a Day: Customizable Tour of Beaches, Waterfalls, Culture on Viator (the operator's preferred channel for Kalena traffic) — see the Book button on this page.
Last updated 14 September 2026