Dreaming of a seaside getaway filled with crystal clear turquoise waters, stunning waterholes, lush rainforest trails and pristine reefs abound with marine life? Then look no further than the beautiful island of Samoa. Samoa’s beautiful shores are safe, secluded and only a short flight from Australia.
A Samoan holiday will fulfil all your desires for an experience-rich holiday filled with genuine human connection and unique experiences, while its spacious layout allows for natural social distancing. Tick off your bucket list with unique Polynesian cultural experiences while interacting with the notoriously-friendly locals.
Plus, Samoa is the perfect destination for all, including those with tighter budgets to those seeking the most luxurious of getaways.
While the friendly locals love a slower, relaxed way of life, don’t be fooled – Samoa is home to plenty of action-packed opportunities to get your heart rate pumping and adrenaline skyrocketing.
Quad bike through the lush jungle
For the ultimate adventure seekers, jumping on a quad bike to explore the picturesque bushlands of Leauva’a’s lush plantations should be on the top of your list. Samoa’s first ATV Quad Tours which are locally owned in Upolu are the way to go, showing travellers a new way to soak up Samoa’s natural beauty.
Photo credit: Samoa Tourism Authority (STA)
Jump into 30m deep swimming holes
Samoa is widely known for its breathtaking and Insta-worthy swimming holes. The Tu-Sua Ocean Trench is a unique spot to visit for any traveller, said to be one of the world’s most spectacular natural swimming pools. The 30-metre, symmetrical swimming hole is surrounded by lush vegetation, and sits in the middle of a lava field nested on the spectacular coastline of the south coast of Upolu.
Slide down natural water slides
Slide, splash and enjoy the natural aquatic playground that is the Papase’ea Sliding Rocks. Brave Mother Nature’s waterslides and slide down these naturally formed rock slides, worn down by thousands of years of running water, into blessedly cool waterholes beneath. The sliding rocks are divided into two – one for kids and one for adults. The longest slide is five metres long, but there are a couple of smaller ones at the bottom of the stairs.
Walk across a 40mhigh jungle canopy
Imagine a treetop canopy walkway built approximately 40 metres above ground that zig-zags through the low-lying Falealupo Rainforest preserve amongst giant Banyan trees. For an idyllic adventure, bask in the natural beauty of the surrounding greenery and take in the beauty of Samoa’s untouched landscape from 40 metres up.
Scuba dive through a diverse marine ecosystem
Only a five minute walk from the centre of Apia, find Palolo Deep Marine Reserve – home to a marine diversity area with an array of vibrant coral and tropical fish. Perfect for diving and snorkelling, discover the nation’s underwater wonderland and immerse yourself in the untouched beauty of Samoa’s pristine shores.
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