North Savai’i Private Tour (From Upolu)

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included</li><li>Air-conditioned private vehicle</li></ul>", "what_to_expect": "<div>This full-day private tour takes you from your accommodation on Upolu across to the stunning north coast of Savai'i, with your guide handling everything from the early morning ferry to your late afternoon return. Early pick-ups make sure your group catches the 8 am ferry. We collect guests from the east side from around 4.45 am, Apia from 6 am, and the west coast from 6.30 am. Once we land in Savai'i, the day opens up.<br><br></div><div>Your first stop is the<strong> local fruit market</strong>, a great introduction to everyday Samoan life and a chance to pick up some fresh tropical produce and handmade souvenirs before heading out for the day.<br><br></div><div>From there, we visit the <strong>John Williams Memorial</strong>, a historically significant site marking where the famous missionary first brought Christianity to Samoa in 1830. It is a meaningful stop that gives real context to Samoa's past.<br><br></div><div>Next up is the <strong>Swiftlet Cave (Pe'a Pe'a Cave)</strong>, a natural lava cave that is home to the Pacific swiftlet birds. It is one of those experiences that genuinely surprises people: dark, dramatic and unlike anything else on the island.<br><br></div><div>Lunch is at <strong>Le Lagoto Resort</strong>, where you will sit down to a proper meal in a beautiful setting before continuing the afternoon.<br><br></div><div>The final stop is the <strong>Saleaula Lava Fields</strong>, where lava from the 1905 volcanic eruption slowly engulfed the village, preserving the ruins of a church and homes beneath the hardened flow. Walking through it is one of the most striking things you can do in Samoa.<br><br></div><div>We take the 4 pm ferry back, getting you to your accommodation between 6.30 and 7 pm.<br><br></div><div>All tours are exclusively for your group: no big bus, no strangers. We travel in comfortable, air-conditioned minivans and people-movers, led by our certified guide with over 20 years of experience, supported by his team of trained guides. First aid certified, attentive, and genuinely passionate about sharing Samoa with you.<br><br></div><div>Included in the tour are ferry tickets, all entry fees, lunch at Le Lagoto Resort, and pick-up and drop-off from anywhere on Upolu. Groups of three or more receive a group discount.</div>", "departure_and_return": "<div>We offer free pickup from anywhere in Upolu. Simply let us know your pick-up location when booking. We will inform you of your pick-up time by email after booking so we can ensure that we make it to the 8 am ferry on time.&nbsp;</div>", "faq": "<div><strong>What is included in the North Savai'i Private Tour with Tupu Samoan Tour Guide?</strong></div><div>Your tour includes return ferry tickets, complimentary pick-up and drop-off from anywhere in Upolu, lunch at Le Lagoto Resort, and all entry fees to the sites visited.<br><br></div><div><strong>What time does Tupu Samoan Tour Guide pick up guests for the North Savai'i Private Tour?</strong></div><div>Pick-up times vary by location. Apia guests are collected at roughly 6 am, east side guests at 4.45 am, and west coast guests near Return to Paradise at 6.30 am, all to catch the 8 am ferry.<br><br></div><div><strong>Is the North Savai'i tour suitable for families or small groups?</strong></div><div>Absolutely. This is a private tour exclusively for your group, travelling in a comfortable air-conditioned minivan with a certified guide who keeps the experience personal and attentive. Groups of three or more receive a discount.<br><br></div><div><strong>What sites does the North Savai'i Private Tour visit?</strong></div><div>You will visit the local fruit market, the John Williams Memorial, the fascinating Swiftlet Cave (Pe'a Pe'a Cave), and the dramatic Saleaula Lava Fields, before heading back to catch the 4 pm ferry.<br><br></div><div><strong>How experienced are the guides on the North Savai'i Private Tour?</strong></div><div>Your tour is led by a certified guide with over 20 years of experience, supported by a team of trained guides. 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