

About This Experience
Discover the wild and beautiful south coast of Savai'i on this exclusive private tour departing from anywhere in Upolu. Explore a vibrant fruit market, dramatic blowholes, and two stunning waterfalls, Mu Pagoa and Afu Aau, all with a certified guide and my team who has over 20 years of experience showing visitors the true Samoa. Travelling in a comfortable, air-conditioned minivan with just your group, this is an intimate, unhurried experience from ferry to farewell. Group discounts available for three or more.
Highlights
- Fully private tour: just your group, no strangers
- Cross to Savai'i by ferry, visiting blowholes, two waterfalls, and a local fruit market
- Lunch included at Satuiatua Beach Resort
- Led by a certified guides with over 20 years of experience
- Group discounts available for three or more travellers
Booking Confidence
Only 8% Deposit
Pay the rest later or on the day
Charity Donation Included
Supporting local communities
Ages
All Ages
Languages
English
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Starting from
NZ$303.00 / person
