The white sand beaches of Savaii are pristine and the lagoons sparkling blue. Whether sunbathing, swimming, snorkelling, walking, or just watching the sunset — the 'Big Island' is truly a beach lovers' paradise.
Outside of your resort or beach fale, make sure you check where it is ok to swim — you may need to pay a small charge in some villages.
Also, while bikinis and bathing suits are absolutely fine for swimming at resorts and beach fales, don't forget to cover up with shorts or a lavalava and a t-shirt when swimming in the villages.
Topless (for women) and nude swimming is illegal in Samoa and would be seen by locals as highly offensive.
Outside of your resort or beach fale, make sure you check where it is ok to swim — you may need to pay a small charge in some villages.
Also, while bikinis and bathing suits are absolutely fine for swimming at resorts and beach fales, don't forget to cover up with shorts or a lavalava and a t-shirt when swimming in the villages.
Topless (for women) and nude swimming is illegal in Samoa and would be seen by locals as highly offensive.
Faga Beach — day fales, Sunrise Coast
White sand, turquoise blue lagoon, and a traditional village setting — Faga Beach is approximately 20 km north of Salelologa and ideal for a day trip.
A small payment (approx. $5 per person) is charged for a day of swimming. Changing facilities and toilets are available.
A small payment (approx. $5 per person) is charged for a day of swimming. Changing facilities and toilets are available.
Lano Beach, Sunrise Coast
Lano Beach is home to two beach fale operations. Both offer day guests use of the beautiful beach facilities. For coffee, Netta's famous chocolate cake, icecream and snacks stroll up to the store at Asaga, about 2 km north of the fales.
Fagamalo Beach, Sunshine Coast
Le Legato Resort & Spa welcomes day guests at their beautiful resort and beach in Fagamalo. Fagamalo Beach is one of the most beautiful in Savaii and sipping a cocktail while watching the sun set into the sea is truly a wonder to behold.
Fagamalo Beach has the extra benefit of having natural deep water holes so swimming is possible even during low tide.
Dive Savaii, located across the road from Le Lagoto Resirt & Spa, also operate dive and snorkel tours from Fagamalo.
Fagamalo Beach has the extra benefit of having natural deep water holes so swimming is possible even during low tide.
Dive Savaii, located across the road from Le Lagoto Resirt & Spa, also operate dive and snorkel tours from Fagamalo.
Manase Beach, Sunshine Coast
An easy 3 km stroll from Fagamalo Beach, you will find beautiful Manase. Home to a number of beach fale operations and one resort, Stevenson's At Manase, Manase Beach is one of the most beautiful in Samoa and is a great place for spotting turtles.
Stevenson's Beach Bar has an extensive lunch and drinks menu, or you can grab something to eat at either Tanu Beach Fales BBQ restaurant or Vacations Beach Fales.
Stevenson's Beach Bar has an extensive lunch and drinks menu, or you can grab something to eat at either Tanu Beach Fales BBQ restaurant or Vacations Beach Fales.
Asau Bay, Sunset Coast
Because Asau Bay has only a few natural sandy beaches, the best place to swim is the lovely, family run, Vai-i-Moana Seaside Lodge. It has a small white sand beach with easy access and kayaks to paddle over to the nearby island beaches.
And while you are visiting Asau, don't miss out on the highly recommended Va-i-Moana food — especially if you like fish!
And while you are visiting Asau, don't miss out on the highly recommended Va-i-Moana food — especially if you like fish!
Vaisala Beach, Sunset Coast
Vaisala Beach is home to the Vaisala Hotel and a lovely stretch of white sand beach which is great for swimming and snorkelling.
If you swim your way along the stretch, you will find yourself going from warm to cold water, and salty to fresh, due to the many fresh water springs that feed into the ocean.
If you swim your way along the stretch, you will find yourself going from warm to cold water, and salty to fresh, due to the many fresh water springs that feed into the ocean.
Falealupo Beach, Sunset Coast
At the far western end of Savaii is Falealupo, home to many of the ancient legends of Samoa, and until a few years ago, the last place on earth the see the sun set into the ocean.
The beaches here have beautiful white sand and wild blue lagoons. In this area it is not uncommon to be asked by numerous different people for money for swimming. To avoid annoyance, pay a small fee to swim at the Falealupo Beach Fales beach. In this area, lock your car and make sure you keep an eye on personal possessions.
The beaches here have beautiful white sand and wild blue lagoons. In this area it is not uncommon to be asked by numerous different people for money for swimming. To avoid annoyance, pay a small fee to swim at the Falealupo Beach Fales beach. In this area, lock your car and make sure you keep an eye on personal possessions.
Satuiatua Beach, Surf Coast
The lovely lagoon at Satuiatua has great swimming and snorkelling. Base yourself at family run Satuiatua Beach Resort where they will point out the best spots to swim and give you a delicious lunch.
Afu Aau Waterfall, Surf Coast
While not actually beach, the beautiful Afu Aau Waterfall is one of the best places for a swim in Savaii.
Crystal clear water runs from the main waterfall into a large freshwater swimming hole, fringed with ferns and tropical vegetation. The cool freshwater then flows into several smaller waterfalls and pools. The series of pools is a great place for a swim, a picnic, or just to sit quietly and contemplate nature.
Afu Aau is a short drive from Salelologa; an easy stop on your way to the ferry.
Crystal clear water runs from the main waterfall into a large freshwater swimming hole, fringed with ferns and tropical vegetation. The cool freshwater then flows into several smaller waterfalls and pools. The series of pools is a great place for a swim, a picnic, or just to sit quietly and contemplate nature.
Afu Aau is a short drive from Salelologa; an easy stop on your way to the ferry.
