Visiting Papase'ea Sliding Rocks, Apia, Upolu
Papase'ea Sliding Rocks is one of Apia, Upolu's most-visited natural pools. 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 trio of natural rock waterslides on the Vaisigano River, just outside Apia in Faleata district. Climb up the rocks, sit down, slide into the swimming hole below — best in the wet season (Nov–Apr) when the river is fuller and the slides are slicker. Slippery, fun, and very much a Samoan family weekend outing.
Where to stay (6)
KUKi's Retreat
Apia · Upolu
- Beach fale
from WST 220 / night
Orator Hotel Samoa
Aleisa · Upolu
- Hotel
from WST 250 / night
Le Manumea Hotel
Vailima · Upolu
- Hotel
from WST 354 / night
Dave Parker's Eco Lodge
Apia · Upolu
- Eco-lodge
from WST 220 / night
Hotel Laimoa
Apia · Upolu
- Hotel
from WST 277 / night
Sheraton Samoa Aggie Grey's
Apia · Upolu
- Hotel
- Bungalow
from WST 600 / 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.