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UPOLU

       Upolu is Samoa’s most populated island
       and is known for its’ lush jungle interiors,
       waterfalls and beautiful beaches. It is home
       to Samoa’s capital city Apia which offers
       markets selling crafts and local produce, as
       well as having many cultural experiences.
       It boasts a range of culinary options from
       casual cafés to contemporary dining. Relax  Manase
       and allow Upolu to enchant you with its    Fagamolo
       beauty from the moment you arrive.

       SEE
       •  Visit the Papapapaitai Falls, a 100 metre
        waterfall that’s said to be one of the tallest
        in Upolu                            Lalomanu Beach  Faga
       •  Visit picture perfect Lalomanu, one of Samoa’s
        most beautiful beaches and a spectacular spot   Savai’i                                        REGIONAL AIRPORT
                                Alofaaga
        for snorkelling         Blowholes      Maota Airport •  •  Salelologa      PACIFIC OCEAN       INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
                                 •
       DO                      Taga                                                                    ATTRACTION
       •  Hike the Mt Vaea walking trail in Apia which         Mulifanua  Faleolo Airport     Apia  Robert Louis
        takes you to Robert Louis Stevensons                                     Papase’ea  Stevenson Museum
        Tomb and offers beautiful views of Samoa’s        Cape Fatuosofia        Sliding Rocks   3   Lufi-Lufi
        capital city                                               2
                                                                                     Upolu
       •  Swim in the To-Sue Ocean trench, one                     Lefaga Bay
        of Samoa’s most famous attractions with                        Matauta  1
        unbelievably blue water                                                                     Aufaga
                                                                           Salamumu          Matatufu
                                                                                                       4
                                                                                          Si’umu   To Sua   Lalomanu
                                                                                                  Ocean Trench
                                                HOTELS                    PAGE       HOTELS                    PAGE

                                              1   Return to Paradise Resort & Spa   39    3   Taumeasina Island Resort    39
                                              2    Le Vasa Resort          39     4    Saletoga Sands Resort & Spa   40






















       SAVAII SOUTHERN                      ESSENCE OF UPOLU                    APIA AND SURROUNDS
       Be transferred from your Apia hotel then travel via ferry   A scenic drive along the northeastern coast of Upolu   This tour begins with a drive to the Mulinu’u Peninsula
       to Salelologa. On arrival, head down to Savaii’s stunning   takes you to Falefa Village for a stop at the Cathedral.   where the sacred burial grounds of the chiefly families
       southern coast, passing by lush rainforest on the way.   Next, drive over the Le Mafa Pass with breathtaking   of Samoa are located. Next pass Parliament House,
       Arrive at the Alofaaga blowholes where tubes of lava   views, before experiencing a Coconut husking   The Independence Monument, Lands & Titles Court
       rock meet the ocean, and swells shoot water into the air.   demonstration at Sopoaga botanical gardens. The next   and the German Monument. A stop is then made at the
       Enjoy a ‘Siapo’ demonstration, a traditional art used to   stop is the famous To Sua Ocean Trench, a natural, deep   Samoa Catholic Cathedral where you will see the fine
       decorate cloth in the house of a local group of Samoan   swimming hole surrounded by lush tropical foliage. Travel   artistry and skills of the Samoa craftsmen who built the
       women. Take a swim at the Afuaáu falls before returning   onwards to the pristine Lalomanu Beach to relax and   church. The magnificent stained-glass windows here
       by ferry back to Upolu.              enjoy a BBQ lunch before returning to Apia via rainforests,   were imported from Italy. Head on to the markets and
                                            plantations, mountains and fantastic coastal views.  shop for local produce and crafts. The last stop is at
       Includes:                                                                Robert Louis Stevenson’s former home ‘Vailima’ now a
       • Lunch • Entrance fees • Guide      Includes:                           museum, set in magnificent gardens with artefacts from
       • Transfers • Hotel • Ferry tickets  • Entry fees • BBQ lunch • Guide    the period when he was residing in Samoa.
                                            • Transfers • Hotel
       Duration:   8 hours                                                      Includes:
       Departs:   Mon to Sat from Upolu 8am ferry, returns   Duration:   7 hours 30 minutes  • Entry fees • Guide • Hotel transfers from Apia
             2pm ferry. Hotel transfers to/from Apia   Departs:   Mon to Sat at 9:30am
             approx 1 hour                  Things to bring on the tour: swim wear, towel, reef shoes,   Duration:   3 hours 30 minutes
       Things to bring on the tour: swim wear, towel, reef shoes,   sunscreen and hat, insect repellent. Extra charges apply for   Departs:   Mon to Sat at 9:30am
       sunscreen and hat, insect repellent. Extra charges apply for   hotels outside of Apia.  Extra charges apply for hotels outside of Apia.
       hotels outside of Apia.
                             Adult/Child                          Adult/Child                          Adult/Child
       Sightseeing Tour       $407 *        Sightseeing Tour       $253 *       Sightseeing Tour        $114 *

         *  PRICES ARE A GUIDE ONLY, subject to change and availability and are in New Zealand Dollars. Prices are per person, unless otherwise specified and based on travel in low season. For full terms and conditions, refer to the Booking
   38    Conditions on the inside back cover of this brochure.
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