Visiting Papapapaitai Falls, Cross-Island, Upolu
Papapapaitai Falls is one of Cross-Island, Upolu's most-visited waterfalls. This guide pairs the place with the stays nearby and the tours that include it on their itinerary, so you can plan a trip without bouncing between five tabs.
About this guide
A 100-metre single drop into a deep gorge on the Cross-Island Road — Samoa's tallest waterfall. There's no path down; the falls are viewed strictly from the roadside lookout. Best after rain (Nov–Apr) when the volume is at its biggest, but even in the dry season the gorge alone is worth the stop.
Where to stay (8)
KUKi's Retreat
Apia · Upolu
- Beach fale
from WST 220 / night
Tiavi Mountain Cabins
Siumu · Upolu
- Eco-lodge
from WST 250 / night
Coconuts Beach Club
Maninoa · Upolu
- Villa
- Bungalow
from WST 450 / night
Maninoa Surf Accommodation
Maninoa · Upolu
- Beach fale
from WST 240 / night
Miti Maninoa Ocean Club
Maninoa · Upolu
- Resort
from WST 520 / night
Dave Parker's Eco Lodge
Apia · Upolu
- Eco-lodge
from WST 220 / night
Sina PJ Beach Fales and Surf
Upolu
- Bungalow
from WST 260 / night
Le Manumea Hotel
Vailima · Upolu
- Hotel
from WST 354 / night
Things to do (1)
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 weekly markets.