Savai'i · Samoa
Salelologa & East Savai'i
Salelologa is Savai'i's ferry port and market town; the east-coast road north through Tuasivi and Faga holds beaches and family resorts.
About Salelologa & East Savai'i
Salelologa is the arrival town on Savai'i — the ferry from Upolu docks here, and the market, shops, fuel and rental cars make it the island's service hub. The east coast road runs north through Sapapali'i (where Christianity first arrived in Samoa), Tuasivi's ridge and beaches, and the lagoon villages of Asaga and Faga, with family-run beach resorts along the way.
Places to stay in Salelologa & East Savai'i
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Places to visit in Salelologa & East Savai'i
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Adrias Cafe
cafe · Salelologa
Asaga Beach
beach · Asaga
Asaga River Pool
natural pool · Asaga
Family Savaii
supermarket · Salelologa
Lano Beach
beach · East Coast
Mt Tafua
mountain · East Coast
No.1 Shop
supermarket · Salelologa
Salelologa Market
market · Salelologa
Sapapali'i Village Pool (Vai Taele)
natural pool · Sapapali'i
YKY Supermarket
supermarket · Salelologa
Salelologa & East Savai'i — frequently asked questions
How do I get to Savai'i from Upolu?
The ferry from Upolu docks at Salelologa, the arrival town on Savai'i. Salelologa is the main ferry port for the island.
What can I do in Salelologa?
Salelologa is Savai'i's service hub. You'll find the market, shops, and car rentals here. It's the main arrival point and base for exploring the island.
Are there beaches and resorts on the east coast?
Yes. The east-coast road north has beaches and family resorts. Villages include Sapapali'i, Tuasivi, Asaga, and Faga, with family-run beach resorts along the way.
What's significant about Sapapali'i?
Sapapali'i is where Christianity first arrived in Samoa. It lies on the east-coast road north from Salelologa.
Where can I hire a car on Savai'i?
Salelologa has rental cars available. It's the main service hub and ferry arrival town, making it the place to arrange transportation for exploring the island.
Are there villages and lagoons to visit on the east coast?
Yes. The east coast includes lagoon villages like Asaga and Faga. You can reach them by following the coast road north from Salelologa through Tuasivi.