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For most tourists, western samoa travel is about the lush tropical scenery, the gorgeous sandy beaches, the endearing traditional samoan culture and hospitality and above all else, the unique beach fale accommodation system.
The main island in Western Samoa is Upolu with its picturesque capital Apia overlooking the harbour and tropical hills. Apia has an excellent selection of hotels and restaurants making this a popular base for sightseeing.
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Mountains, traditional villages and gorgeous beaches are found along the entire southern coastline of upolu with refreshing waterfalls in the interior. It is possible to see the main attractions on Upolu on a circle island day tour with Green Turtle Tours although at least four days are needed to explore its hidden attractions and experience its lifestyle.
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The largest island is neighbouring Savai'i, an hour by ferry from the west tip of Upolu or a 20 minute flight from Apia. Several popular beach locations can be found on the north east tip at Manase and on the south west coast. Savai'i has an even more traditional village society and has some beautiful natural attractions including blowholes, virgin forests canopy walks, waterfalls and lava fields (the last eruption was in 1911) making this a geologists haven. It is possible to see the main attractions on Upolu on a circle island day tour with Green Turtle Tours although at least three days are needed to explore the island in detail.
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Between the two main islands are two smaller islands. Apolima is a collapsed volcano shield with a rugged coast and difficult anchorage. Manono Island, just 10 minutes by boat from the west tip of Upolu, is a tranquil island with five small traditional villages, a pleasant coastal track around the island and interesting archaeological sites.
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