National park · Upolu
O Le Pupu-Pu'e National Park
Samoa's first national park (1978), spanning 50km² from the south coast up to the rainforest summit of Mt Fito. Highlights: a coastal lava-cliff walk where the Pacific crashes against ancient flows, the giant Ma Tree with buttress roots fanning across the forest floor, and Togitogiga Falls and pools at the eastern boundary. Marked trails are good; arrange a guide for the deeper rainforest hikes.
Also known as: O Le Pupu Pue, O Le Pupu-Pue
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National Park Lava Cliffs and Black Sand Beach
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- 5 to 7 hours
- Upolu
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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.
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Last updated 6 May 2026