Best waterfalls in Samoa
Samoa is volcanic, mountainous, and perpetually green — which means waterfalls everywhere. A handful are big, dramatic, and reachable by sealed road; many are off-grid and require a local guide and a small village fee. Below are the ones worth the drive.
By the Kalena team · Last checked September 2026
About this guide
On Upolu, Papapapaitai (or Tiavi) and Sopoaga falls sit on the cross-island road and are a 10-minute detour each. Fuipisia (further east, near Lotofaga) is taller and lets you swim at the base. Togitogiga in the south is a small cascade with safe pools — popular with families. On Savai'i, Afu Aau (also called Olemoe) at the southwest is a forest pool you can swim in; Mu Pagoa near Pu'apu'a tumbles straight into the sea — unique. All are visitable in a single circle-of-Upolu day or as part of a Savai'i loop.
Places worth visiting (8)
Things to do (4)
Full-Day Upolu Island Highlights Tour from Apia
Samoa Surf and Turf Tours
- Day tour
- 7 to 8 hours
from WST 365 / adult
Day Tour in Samoa with Coconut Tours
Coconut Tours & Transport Samoa
- Day tour
- 6 to 7 hours
from WST 365 / adult
Samoa Airport Shuttle and Transfer Airport to Accommodation
Coconut Tours & Transport Samoa
- Transfer
- 15 to 30 minutes
from WST 169 / adult
Upolu Island Tours with Coconut Tours Samoa
Coconut Tours & Transport Samoa
- Day tour
- 6 to 7 hours
from WST 506 / adult
Practical info
Before you fly, skim our Samoa travel info page — visa rules, ferry to Savai'i, driving on the left, village fees, and cultural protocols. For event timing, the Samoa events calendar covers festivals, public holidays, and what's on while you're there.
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