Visiting Vavau Beach, East Coast, Upolu
Vavau Beach is one of East Coast, Upolu's most-visited beaches. 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
Quiet east-coast beach on Upolu with reef just offshore — sheltered swimming and gentle snorkelling. A few small fales tucked into the trees, no resorts. Worth a stop on the drive between Apia and Lalomanu.
Where to stay (5)

Coconuts Beach Club
Maninoa · Upolu
- Villa
- Bungalow
from WST 450 / night

Aga Reef
Lalomanu · Upolu
- Villa
- Resort
from WST 540 / night

Litia Sini Beach Resort
Saleapaga (Aleipata) · Upolu
- Bungalow
from WST 280 / night

Saletoga Sands
Saletoga · Upolu
- Villa
- Hotel
from WST 350 / night

Le Uaina
Faleapuna · Upolu
- Resort
- Featured
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 weekly markets.
