Upolu · Samoa
Northwest Upolu
Northwest Upolu covers Faleolo International Airport, the Mulifanua ferry wharf to Savai'i, and the beach resorts around Cape Fatuosofia.
About Northwest Upolu
Northwest Upolu is Samoa's transit corner: Faleolo International Airport (APW) and the Mulifanua Wharf, where the Savai'i ferry departs, both sit here, about 40 minutes west of Apia. Resorts and beach accommodation cluster around Cape Fatuosofia at the island's western tip and along the northwest coast villages, making the area a practical first or last night for flights and ferry connections.
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Northwest Upolu — frequently asked questions
Where is Northwest Upolu?
Northwest Upolu is at Samoa's western tip, about 40 minutes west of Apia. It includes Faleolo International Airport and the Mulifanua Wharf for Savai'i ferries.
Is there accommodation in Northwest Upolu?
Yes. Beach resorts cluster around Cape Fatuosofia at the island's western tip and along the northwest coast villages.
How do I get to Savai'i from Northwest Upolu?
The Mulifanua Wharf is in Northwest Upolu. The Savai'i ferry departs from here.
When should I stay in Northwest Upolu?
Northwest Upolu is ideal for a first or last night if you're flying into or out of Faleolo International Airport, or catching the Savai'i ferry.
What is there to do in Northwest Upolu?
Northwest Upolu is primarily a transit area home to the airport and ferry wharf. Beach resorts around Cape Fatuosofia offer accommodation and coastal access.