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Location
Upolu is a high volcanic island 1,100 sq-km in size with much of its interior covered in tropical forest and its coast dotted with traditional villages. Located in the central West Pacific, Upolu is the main population centre in Samoa.
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Don't Miss
Lalomanu Beach
Manono Island
Salamumu Coastal Walk
Uafato Rainforest Reserve
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Highlights
Apart from Apia Town, there are few attractions on the north coast apart from passing through the scenic mountain pass of La Mafa and exploring the traditional coastal villages along pretty Fagalua Bay. Most of Samoa's white sandy beaches, boutique resorts and access to waterfalls is from the south. A cross island road conveniently connects Apia with Maninoa Beach in around 20-minutes, location of several excellent surfing breaks and two boutique resorts ideally placed for sightseeing - on the western tip of the island is Lalomanu Beach, the prettiest swimming beach in Samoa with beach fale accommodation. East of Maninoa is Salamumu where there's a fantastic half day coastal walk taking in several breathtaking secluded beaches including the aptly named Virgin Cove and Return to Paradise Beach.
Travel Info
Local buses travel from Apia to most villages around the island and are exceptionally cheap, rather uncomfortable but make for a lively cultural experience. Unfortunately schedules along the south coast are limited meaning its OK for getting from A to B, but no good for sightseeing. Car hire is the best way to explore the island with decent roads - driving changed to the left side in 2009 (as with Australia and New Zealand) but you have to get your license validated in Apia before renting a car. Samoa Scenic Tours operates good sightseeing day tours from Apia and most resorts and some beach fales can organize day tours for its guests. There are no domestic flights around Samoa with travel to Savaii by passenger ferry from Mulifanua Wharf on the west coast.
Accommodation
The largest resort in Samoa is Aggie Grey's Lagoon with over 200 rooms and located on a small beachfront between the international airport and the wharf for Savaii. Otherwise, there are a handful of boutique resorts and beach fales in secluded beach locations along the south coast.
Upolu Accommodation Guide
Please select a Upolu accommodation name from the list below for detailed information including room interior photos and independent reviews.
Around Upolu Island
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TOP PICKS
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Hotel Rate
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Our Rate
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$ 775 - 1,150
Beach Resort |
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$ 700 - 1,400
Beach Resort |
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$ 160 - 510
Beach Resort |
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$ 180 - 220
Beach Fales |
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RECOMMENDED
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Hotel Rate
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$ 600
Beach Resort |
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$ 520 - 950
Beach Resort |
10 |
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