Visiting Sauniatu Falls, Inland, Upolu
Sauniatu Falls is one of Inland, 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
Picturesque cascade in a quiet inland village originally settled by Latter-day Saint converts in the 1860s. The river pool below the falls is a popular swim, and the whole area is landscaped — manicured lawns, plumeria trees, a small church. Pay the village fee at the gate.
Where to stay (8)
Tiavi Mountain Cabins
Siumu · Upolu
- Eco-lodge
from WST 250 / night
Vaiula Beach Fales
Tafatafa · Upolu
- Bungalow
from WST 200 / night
Miti Maninoa Ocean Club
Maninoa · Upolu
- Resort
from WST 520 / night
Sinalei
Siumu · Upolu
- Villa
from WST 432 / night
Coconuts Beach Club
Maninoa · Upolu
- Villa
- Bungalow
from WST 450 / night
Maninoa Surf Accommodation
Maninoa · Upolu
- Beach fale
from WST 240 / night
Saletoga Sands
Saletoga · Upolu
- Villa
- Hotel
from WST 350 / night
Le Uaina
Faleapuna · Upolu
- Resort
from WST 300 / 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 what's on while you're there.