Shore excursion · Upolu
Private Day Shore Tour: Samoa's Waterfalls, Beach & Culture
- Shore excursion
- 7 hours
- Upolu
This 7-hour private shore tour explores Samoa's natural and cultural landmarks on Upolu. You'll visit Piula Cave Pool, Sopoaga and Papapapaitai waterfalls, To Sua Ocean Trench, and Lalomanu Beach, where lunch is included. The tour also takes in the Bahai Temple. A private guide leads your small group at your own pace, giving you flexibility to linger at sites that appeal to you most. The tour operates from Apia and has a flexible cancellation policy.
About this activity
Piula Cave Pool, Sopoaga and Papapapaitai falls, To Sua Ocean Trench, Lalomanu Beach with island lunch, Bahai Temple. Private guide, small groups, flexible pacing.
Additional information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Operated by Samoa Private 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
Samoa Private Tours
Apia, Samoa
Private full-day shore tours showcasing Samoa's natural and cultural landmarks. Includes Piula Cave Pool, To Sua Trench, Lalomanu Beach, Sopoaga Falls, Bahai Temple and a 2009-tsunami family-home cultural visit.
Stay nearby on Upolu
Properties near where this activity goes — closer beds mean less island-driving on tour day.
Private Day Shore Tour: Samoa's Waterfalls, Beach & Culture in detail
- Good to know
- This tour has a flexible cancellation policy.
- About
- A 7-hour private guided tour of Upolu's natural landmarks and cultural sites. Visit waterfalls, a cave pool, an ocean trench, and a beach, plus the Bahai Temple. Small group pacing is flexible to suit your interests.
- What to expect
- You'll see Piula Cave Pool, Sopoaga and Papapapaitai waterfalls, To Sua Ocean Trench, and Lalomanu Beach. Island lunch is included. Your private guide will set the pace for the group.
About Private Day Shore Tour: Samoa's Waterfalls, Beach & Culture
How long is Private Day Shore Tour: Samoa's Waterfalls, Beach & Culture?
Private Day Shore Tour: Samoa's Waterfalls, Beach & Culture runs about 7 hours.
How much does Private Day Shore Tour: Samoa's Waterfalls, Beach & Culture cost?
NZD 762 per adult.
How do I book Private Day Shore Tour: Samoa's Waterfalls, Beach & Culture?
Book Private Day Shore Tour: Samoa's Waterfalls, Beach & Culture on Viator (the operator's preferred channel for Kalena traffic) — see the Book button on this page.
Last updated 7 September 2026