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Papase'ea Sliding Rocks
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.
Also known as: Papase'ea Sliding Rocks Samoa, Papaseea, Sliding Rocks, Sliding Rocks Apia
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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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Papase'ea Sliding Rocks at a glance
Papase'ea Sliding Rocks is a trio of natural rock waterslides on the Vaisigano River just outside Apia. Visitors climb up the rocks and slide into the swimming hole below—a slippery, playful experience popular with Samoan families on weekends. Entry is 5 WST. The slides are fullest and slickest during the wet season from November to April, when water flow is highest. Open Monday to Saturday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.
- Good to know
- Entry fee is 5 WST. Open Monday to Saturday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm; closed Sundays.
- About
- A trio of natural rock waterslides on the Vaisigano River just outside Apia in Faleata district. Climb up the rocks, sit down, and slide into the swimming hole below—a slippery, fun experience and a popular Samoan family weekend outing.
- Best time to visit
- November to April, when the river is fuller and the slides are slicker.
- Who it suits
- Families and anyone comfortable with a slippery, water-based activity.
- What to expect
- Rock waterslides that you access by climbing up and sliding down into a natural swimming hole below.
About Papase'ea Sliding Rocks
Where is Papase'ea Sliding Rocks?
Papase'ea Sliding Rocks is in Apia, Upolu, Samoa.
Is there an entry fee for Papase'ea Sliding Rocks?
Entry to Papase'ea Sliding Rocks costs WST 5 per person. Bring cash — most Samoa attractions don't accept card.
When's the best time to visit Papase'ea Sliding Rocks?
Best Nov–Apr (full flow)
Last updated 28 July 2026