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Samoa Adventure
9 days • 4.9
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Start
Apia, Samoa
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Apia, Samoa
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Trip Code
TESS
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Min Age
15
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Trip Size
1 - 12
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Physical Rating
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Meals
8 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 2 dinners
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Transport
Private vehicle, Ferry
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Accommodation
Hotel (2 nights), Lodge or Resort (3 nights), Airconditioned Villas (3 nights)
From £2,328(9 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
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Experience Fa'a Samoa (The Samoan Way) – this phrase refers to the Samoan culture and traditions that influence the lives of many local people – with a local leader by your side to give you all the insights.
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Explore Vavau village for an immersive cultural day with the locals. Watch an ava (welcome) ceremony, then be treated to songs and dance while you feast on traditional foods.
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Visit the gorgeous sandy beaches of Vavau and Lalomanu and go snorkelling and swimming at the Giant Clam Sanctuary, teeming with starfish, tropical fish and coral.
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Discover Samoan culture through storytelling and legend – visit Fafao o SaoAli'l (the Passage of the Afterlife), Giant Moso's Footprint, the Star Mounds (one of Samoa’s most sacred places) and the remains of the Virgin's grave.
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Immerse yourself in local culture and be treated to song, dance and performance – you'll attend a Fa’ataupati (slap dance) and fire knife dancing night. On Sunday morning, attend a local church service led by a choir, followed by a traditional Sunday feast.
Is this trip right for you?
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There are some water-based activities included in this trip. You will get the most out of this trip if you are a competent and confident swimmer. If you are not so confident, we recommend that you bring a life jacket from home to allow you to still participate safely.
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The accommodation for this trip is not at luxury beach resorts, but is at simple, comfortable locally owned accommodation. Hot water may not be consistently available, so you should expect some cold showers. WiFi is also not widely accessible, and a local SIM will need to be purchased to have consistent internet access.
Itinerary
Explore a beachside paradise in Samoa
Between snorkelling over colourful coral reefs that teem with wildlife and plunging into waterholes below hidden waterfalls, this trip is designed for lounging in the sun in your lavalava (sarong). Among all the beautiful natural gifts that the islands of Samoa have to offer, you’ll also spend time learning about the traditional culture and village life of the locals. With fully guided day tours around different parts of two islands, as well as time to yourself to relax and unwind, this nine-day Samoan adventure is paradisical. Explore bustling markets to stock up on souvenirs and fresh fruit and experience traditional practices like fire dancing and feasting to cap it all off.
- DAY 1Day 1 • Apia
- DAY 2Day 2 • Apia
- DAY 3Day 3 • Savai'i
- DAY 4Day 4 • Savai'i
- DAY 5Day 5 • Savai'i
- DAY 6Day 6 • Savai'i - Lalomanu
- DAY 7Day 7 • Vavau Village - Lalomanu
- DAY 8Day 8 • Lalomanu - Apia
- DAY 9Day 9 • Apia
Inclusions
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8 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 2 dinners
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Private vehicle, Ferry
bed Accommodation
Hotel (2 nights), Lodge or Resort (3 nights), Airconditioned Villas (3 nights)
festival Included activities
circleApia - Robert Louis Stevenson Historical Home
circleApia - Bahai House of Worship
circleApia - Mulivai Cathedral
circleApia - Fresh Produce & Flea Market visit
circleSavai’i - Market visit
circleSavai'i - Blowholes
circleSavai’i - Afu Aau Waterfall
circleSavai'i - Giant Moso's Footprint
circleSavai’i - Ancient Star Mound
circleSavai’i - Cape Falealupo half day tour
circleSavai’i - Fafao o SaoAli'l (Passage of the Afterlife)
circleSavai'i - Virgin’s Grave
circleSavai'i - Saleaula Lava Fields
circleUpolu - Giant Clam Sanctuary
circleVavau Village - Traditional games & cultural activities
circleVavau Village - Ava (Welcoming Ceremony)
circleVavau Village - Customary feast
circleLalomanu - Traditional Fa'ataupati show
circleUpolu - Sopoaga waterfall
circleUpolu - To Sua Trench
circleUpolu - Ma Tree walk
circleLalomanu - Samoan church service
circleLalomanu - Traditional toonai Sunday feast
museum Optional activities
circleSavai'i - Mangrove kayaking tour from - WST100
circleSavai'i - Whittakers Chocolate Koko tour - WST15
circleSavai'i - Traditional Samoan Fofo massage (from) - WST40
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Sunday Jun 08, 2025
Monday Jun 16, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 5 spaces left
£2,866£2,579
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Sunday Jul 06, 2025
Monday Jul 14, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 8 spaces left
£2,739£2,328
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Sunday Jul 20, 2025
Monday Jul 28, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 1 space left
£2,888
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Sunday Aug 03, 2025
Monday Aug 11, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 1 space left
£3,031£2,727
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Sunday Aug 17, 2025
Monday Aug 25, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - Sold Out
Sunday Sep 07, 2025
Monday Sep 15, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 4 spaces left
£2,635£2,503
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Sunday Sep 21, 2025
Monday Sep 29, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 4 spaces left
£2,745£2,607
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Sunday Oct 05, 2025
Monday Oct 13, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 1 space left
£2,712£2,576
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Sunday Oct 19, 2025
Monday Oct 27, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 8 spaces left
£2,536£2,409
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Sunday Apr 05, 2026
Monday Apr 13, 2026
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£2,536
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Sunday Apr 19, 2026
Monday Apr 27, 2026
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£2,789
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Sunday May 03, 2026
Monday May 11, 2026
Trip size max: 12 - 10 spaces left
£2,789
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Sunday May 17, 2026
Monday May 25, 2026
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£2,789
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Sunday Jun 07, 2026
Monday Jun 15, 2026
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£2,899
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Sunday Jun 21, 2026
Monday Jun 29, 2026
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£2,899
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Important notes
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1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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2. Please note the legal drinking age in Samoa is 21 years.
Reviews (19)
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Jeanette
May 15, 2025
Samoa has beautiful scenery and beaches even on our bus drives the picturesque scenery would certainly have us in awe. You were felt very welcomed by all there. Our very talented bus driver Kiti & our enthusiastic guide Don certainly contributed to our experience with their stories and knowledge we felt we got to learn so much about the Samoan culture
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Rhearne
May 13, 2025
Samoa is breathtaking and culturally rich. It is potentially not the easiest to navigate solo so I’m incredibly grateful for this trip. Our guide Don and driver Kiti made it unforgettable. Their knowledge, enthusiasm and warmth brought the country to life. I’ve never had such engaging and engaged guides.
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LynDee
Oct 24, 2024
This tour exceeded my expectations in every way. We were able to see and do things that I would have never experienced on my own. I think this is the best way to visit Samoa. Highly recommend.
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Ash
Oct 18, 2024
Samoa is a simple and relaxing experience. The natural beauty of the ocean and of course the To Sua trench in Samoa is nothing short of incredible. Sometimes, being disconnected from back home, enjoying the clear waters, and feeling the tranquil island vibe is what you need to recharge. Such an easy trip from Aus/NZ – bring what you need from home, be prepared for the itinerary to change, embrace yourself in island time and you are good to go.
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Anna
Apr 21, 2024
Wonderfully paced trip. Ado our leader was knowledgeable, insightful and definitely fun. Great activities, beautiful locations and warm water. ‘The Samoan Way’ is definitely felt and appreciated throughout this trip. Came home feeling happy, relaxed and chilled.
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Belinda
Nov 17, 2023
If you looked up paradise in the dictionary, I reckon you'd find Samoa there. Pristine watering holes, the loveliest of people, and hardly another tourist groups in sight. I left this trip feeling like my cup was full. A total gem of a destination, and a gem of a trip.
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Kelli
Sep 17, 2023
Ado & Chen were amazing tour leaders. This trip showed Samoa at its finest with the perfect blend of time to relax and time to explore. The accomodation is what you expect in a developing country, but this does not take away from the spectacular scenery and friendly people. Loved this trip.
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Justin
Sep 17, 2023
We had an amazing time travelling around Samoa with the amazing Ado. Ado did a great job at sharing her beautiful culture with us, as well as showing us some of the most amazing natural beauty!
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Phoebe
Sep 12, 2023
What a beautiful country! I learnt so much about Samoan Culture whilst also enjoying the beautiful water spots and yummy food! It was such a rich traditional, picturesque trip that I highly recommend to anyone. BYO snorkel gear is worth it :) Thanks Intrepid!
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Courtney
Aug 25, 2023
I absolutely loved my trip to Samoa. The people are so incredibly friendly, and the tour gave us the opportunity to see things and hear stories that we otherwise wouldn't have had the chance to. Highly recommend this tour!