There is an almost endless variety of things to see and do while in Samoa. For sightseeing, beaches and waterfalls abound. The south coast of Upolu and north coast of Savaii islands have particularly beautiful beaches. Sopoaga, Fuipisia, Togitogiga and Papapapai-tai waterfall on Upolu and Olemoe waterfall on Savaii, should not be missed. 

For the more active, there are several good hiking trails, wonderful snorkeling and scuba diving sites, and world-class surfing breaks. The coastal Trail on Cape Niuatoi of Le Pupu-Pu’e National Park boasts fine coastal rainforest, while the Pe’ape’a Cave trail, in the same park, and the Lake Lanoto’o trail on Mt Fiamoe behind Apia, offer good examples of inland and montane rainforest. 

Snorkeling and scuba diving, enthusiasts can view the tremendous array of tropical fish and corals on the submerged reef at the Palolo Deep Marine Reserve, only 15 minutes walk from central Apia, or venture out to renowned dive sites on the south coast of Upolu, or off the beaches of the Aleipata district, or at Nuusafee Island.

 Several surf guiding services are available for those wishing to experience the waves of Samoa. There are surf breaks surrounding both islands, with a particular concentration of popular ones off the Siumu district, on the south coast of Upolu Island.

In September, the week-long Teuila Festival, named after Samoa’s national flower, features traditional sports, dance, music and handicrafts exhibition. It is an ideal time for visitors to see a number of Samoa’s cultural activities simultaneously.

 The second Sunday in October is usually observed as White Sunday, a day dedicated to honouring the country’s children. Dressed in their finest new whites, the children sing, perform skits and give readings during the church service before they are guests of honour at a feast that is prepared and served to them by the adult members of their families.