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UPOLU

UPOLU

The second largest Island and home to the capital of Samoa, Upolu has a lot to offer. From the lush, tropical and rugged interior to
stunning waterfalls, hidden crystal clear swimming holes and white sandy beaches. Explore the vibrant colours, crafts and produce
at Apia’s Markets. You will never be lost as the people are very friendly and will welcome you with open arms. Visit a picturesque
village or just soak up the sun at one of the many coastline beaches. For a holiday with the family, some friends or maybe just with
that special someone, Upolu is the place for you. You’ll realise this is one holiday experience that you have long been searching for
from the time you hop off the plane.

Must see & do • Visit the Robert Louis Stevenson Botanical Garden & Museum – Enrich

• Go to the markets – Hit the colourful Maketi Fou (food market) on Apia’s yourself in the history of Robert Louis Stevenson as you wander around his
home and learn about the life and works of this very talented writer.
Fugalei street, stock up on fresh fruit like pawpaws or a bunch of sinfully
sweet little ladyfinger bananas. From there and about a 10 minute walk, head • Go to a Fia Fia Night – Watch a traditional cultural performance of singing and
to the flea market, this is the perfect souvenir hunt where you’ll find everything
from clubs and kava bowls to lava lavas (the Samoan sarong), baskets, dancing.
jewellery and authentic Samoan music.
• Church – Samoans are devoted Christians and Sunday is a day of worship
• Cool down at the Papaseea Sliding Rocks – With only a 10 minute drive from
and spending time with family. Churches are found in all towns and villages
Apia town you can refresh yourself in the cooling waters or alternatively enjoy and are spectacular buildings, make sure you take time out to visit one and
one of the many beautiful waterfalls dotted around Upolu. mix with the locals.

Sightseeing Falefa Falls & Piula Cave Pool Aleipata Districts & To Sua Ocean
Trench
Apia Township & Surrounding Areas This drive is through the scenic north east coast of
Upolu Island. Stops can be made to photograph This full day tour takes you on a drive through the
This tour covers Mulinu’u the sacred burial grounds villages, Falefa Falls, which is about 30 ft high and Falefa basin and villages to stop at the famous
of the chiefly families of Samoa, Parliament House, drops into the ocean. A refreshing swim on the way To Sua trench, where you can enjoy a swim. A
Independence Monument, Lands & Titles Court, back is made at the Piula Fresh Water Cave Pool plated sandwich lunch is served at Faofao beach,
German Monument (where the German flag was where the warm sea is located next to it and is ideal a beautiful white sand beach great for swimming
raised) also the landing site of the first Catholic for alternative dips. The Cave Pool runs underneath & snorkelling before the return trip back Apia, via
Missionary. Tour continues to the University to view the oldest Methodist church in Samoa and is an Papapapaiata Falls, and the Bahai Temple.
an old church with exquisite stained windows. Final ideal spot for swimming.
stop is at Robert Louis Stevenson’s former home Includes: Apia town hotel pick up and drop off.
now a museum, with artefacts and settings during Includes: Apia town hotel pick up and drop off.
the period he was residing in Samoa. Departs: 9.30am
Departs: 9.30am Returns: 5pm
Includes: Apia town hotel pick up and drop off. Returns: 1pm Operates: Mon – Sat
Operates: Mon – Sat
Departs: 9.30am & 1.30pm Minimum 3 passengers to operate.
Returns 1pm & 5pm Minimum 3 passengers to operate.
Operates: Mon – Sat $180 per adult / $90 per child (4-11 years)
$70 per adult / $35 per child (4-11 years)
Minimum 3 passengers to operate.

$66 per adult / $33 per child (4-11 years)

6 Prices have been calculated in NZ dollars on a per person basis. Prices are subject to change due to currency fluctuations.