Waterfall · Upolu
Fuipisia Falls
55-metre single drop in eastern Upolu. Short bush walk from the road; bathing pool at the top of the falls and viewing platforms over the gorge.
Also known as: Fuipisia, Fuipisia Falls Lotofaga, Fuipisia Waterfall
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Best stays in Upolu, Samoa
Upolu is where most Samoa trips start. Faleolo International Airport, the capital Apia, and the bulk of the country's resort-tier accommodation all sit here. The south coast (Lalomanu, Lotofaga, Siumu) is the postcard side; the north has Apia and the working harbour.
Things to do in Samoa: tours, activities, and day trips
Samoa rewards travellers who get out of the resort. Most of the iconic photos (To-Sua, Lalomanu, Alofaaga blowholes, the canopy walk) are 60–90-minute drives from wherever you're staying — and the easiest way to see them is on a guided tour with a local operator who knows the village fees and the best swimming windows.
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.
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Fuipisia Falls at a glance
Fuipisia Falls is a 55-metre waterfall on the east coast of Upolu, Samoa. A short bush walk from the road leads to viewing platforms over the gorge and a bathing pool at the top of the falls. Entry costs 10 WST. The falls flow year-round but are most impressive after rain during the wet season (November to April). It's a straightforward, accessible visit for anyone interested in Samoa's natural landscape.
- Good to know
- Entry fee is 10 WST. Open every day of the week.
- About
- Fuipisia Falls is a 55-metre single drop waterfall on the east coast of Upolu. A short bush walk from the road leads to viewing platforms overlooking the gorge and a bathing pool at the top of the falls.
- Best time to visit
- Best visited after rain, particularly during the wet season from November to April.
- Getting there
- Located on Le Mafa Pass Road, Upolu.
About Fuipisia Falls
Where is Fuipisia Falls?
Fuipisia Falls is in East Coast, Upolu, Samoa.
Is there an entry fee for Fuipisia Falls?
Entry to Fuipisia Falls costs WST 10 per person. Bring cash — most Samoa attractions don't accept card.
When's the best time to visit Fuipisia Falls?
Best after rain (Nov–Apr)
Last updated 24 July 2026