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Fa'a Samoa: living the traditional Polynesian way
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About Samoa
Samoa lives fa'a Samoa—the traditional way—where families gather for sa ceremonies, villages move at sunset's pace, and the concept of 'fale' (hospitality) means tourists are genuinely welcomed. Upolu and Savai'i offer pristine beaches and volcanic landscapes.
Best months to visit
Year-round
Things to do in Samoa
Stay in traditional fales
Snorkel To Sua Ocean Pools
Hike volcanic crater lakes
Attend village ceremonies
Surf pristine breaks
Kayak lagoon islets
Weather by month
Click any month for detailed weather information and travel tips.
January
29C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
February
29C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
March
29C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
April
29C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
May
28C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
June
28C
Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.
July
28C
Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.
August
28C
Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.
September
28C
Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.
October
28C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
November
28C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
December
28C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
Samoa moves at the pace of village life, where Sunday church singing, communal fale and traditional tattooing sit easily alongside dramatic waterfalls, blowholes and the famous To Sua Ocean Trench — a giant swimming hole sunk deep into the rainforest. Spread across Upolu and the larger, quieter Savai'i, it offers an unusually authentic introduction to Polynesian culture for travellers willing to slow down.
Best areas to stay in Samoa
Apia
The capital on Upolu, with markets, the harbour, and Robert Louis Stevenson's former home at Vailima nearby.
Lalomanu
A beach area on Upolu's southeast coast known for beach fale accommodation right on the sand.
To Sua Ocean Trench
A famous swimming hole near Lotofaga on Upolu's south coast, set in landscaped gardens above the sea.
Savai'i
Samoa's largest island, quieter and more traditional, with lava fields, blowholes and the Saleaula lava trail.
Getting to Samoa
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Flights
Fly into Faleolo International Airport near Apia, typically via Auckland or Los Angeles.
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From London
~28-34 hours from London including connections.
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Getting around
Local buses (often converted trucks with wooden seating) connect villages; a hire car or taxi is more practical for visiting waterfalls and trenches.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Samoa?
May to October (the dry season) offers the most reliable weather, while November to April is wetter with occasional cyclones.
What is To Sua Ocean Trench?
A large natural swimming hole on Upolu, reached by a ladder down into a sunken garden, fed by ocean water through an underwater channel.
How do I get between Upolu and Savai'i?
A regular car ferry connects Upolu (Mulifanua) and Savai'i (Salelologa), taking around an hour.
Is Samoa expensive?
Generally affordable compared to French Polynesia, with beach fales (simple open-sided huts) offering budget-friendly accommodation on the beach.
What language is spoken?
Samoan and English are both official languages, with English widely understood in tourist areas.
Traveler reviews
★★★★★
Swimming in To Sua Ocean Trench, climbing down that ladder into the sunken garden, was unlike any swimming spot we've visited anywhere.
Sina F. · August 2023
★★★★★
Stayed in a beach fale at Lalomanu with the sea literally metres away — simple but one of the best nights' sleep of the whole trip.
Ben T. · July 2024
★★★★☆
Savai'i felt much less touristy than Upolu — the lava fields and blowholes near Saleaula were impressive and we barely saw another visitor.
Ana R. · September 2023
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