Self-Drive Upolu and Savai'i

Afu Aau Waterfall Savai'i | Image credit Samoa Tourism Authority

Highlights

Be greeted with a Fresh Flower Ula (Lei) and a bottle of Water on arrival.

Explore Upolu and Savai'i at your own pace by car.

Stay at Taumeasina Island Resort, a luxurious haven nestled on its own private island, offering an unparalleled escape.

Stay at Coconuts Beach Club Resort and Spa in the famous two-story oceanview Treehouse Suite, offering spacious accommodation and breathtaking views.

Spend your time soaking up the sun and tropical views at Le Lagoto Resort & Spa in a Beachfront Bungalow, which offers the modern conveniences of a large resort in an intimate, idyllic setting.

13 days

From

AUD 5,719

per person, twin share

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Overview

Escape from your daily routine, and soak up the Samoan culture while exploring two of the islands of the Samoan Archipelago: Upolu and Savai'i with this 13 Days Self-drive Holiday.

The largest, Savai’i, is also the least populated. It is wilder, more rugged, and boasts some pretty unique volcanic landscapes while Upolu, which is home to the country’s capital Apia, has its appeal with rich culture, lush mountain highlands, and its share of amazing beaches.

Spend your first night at Taumeasina Island Resort, then receive the car the next day. You can take advantage of the many complimentary activities the Taumeasina Island Resort has to offer or start to discover the beautiful island of Upolu and its capital Apia for 4 days. For the 5th day, you will go to South Coast to explore more highlights of Upolu. Spend your four nights at Coconuts Beach Club Resort & Spa, ideally situated on Upolu’s southern coast, boasting amazing sunrise and sunset views.. For the 9th day, you will board a ferry going to Savai'i Island and Le Lagoto Resort, an intimate boutique resort that will be your home for the next four nights.

Inclusions

4 nights at Taumesina Island Resort in an Oceanview King Room - 4*

4 nights at Coconuts Beach Club Resort & Spa in a Treehouse Suite - 4*

4 nights at Le Lagoto Resort in a Beachfront Bungalow - 4*

Fresh Flower Ula (Lei) meet and greet on arrival

Ferry tickets to and from Savaii

12 Days Car hire (Hyundai Creta or similar)

Daily Breakfast

Bottled chilled water on arrival

Complimentary tea and coffee making facilities

Complimentary use of non-motorized water sports equipment

Itinerary

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Day 1 Faleolo International Airport Apia

Arrive at Faleolo International Airport and a representative will welcome you and escort you to your private transfer to Taumeasina Islands Resort.

Overnight stay at Taumeasina Islands Resort in a Oceanview King Room.

Taumesina Islands Resort | Image credit Samoa Tourism Authority

Day 2-4 Apia

Days at leisure, at approximately 10am of Day 2 your car rental will be delivered to Taumeasina Island Resort. You can take advantage of the many complimentary activities the Taumeasina Island Resort has to offer or start to discover the beautiful island of Upolu and its capital Apia.

Please note that CDW insurance with excess of SAT400 (approx. AUD 210) is included. A compulsory deposit/bond of SAT500 is required upon delivery of the car. This is amount is refundable upon return of the car (conditions apply).

Overnight stay at Taumeasina Island Resort in a Oceanview King Room.

Breakfast

Samoa Island | Image credit Samoa Tourism Authority

Day 5-8 Apia South Coast

After enjoying a leisurely breakfast, drive to your next accommodation on the South Coast of Upolu Island: Coconuts Beach Club Resort & Spa.

Overnight stay at Coconuts Beach Club Resort & Spa in a Treehouse Suite.

Breakfast

Beach in Samoa | Image credit Samoa Tourism Authority

Day 9-12 South Coast Savaii

After enjoying a leisurely breakfast, drive to Mulifanua Wharf where you will then board a ferry across to Savaii Island. Once in Savaii, reach Le Lagoto resort where you will spend the next 4 nights.

Overnight stay at Le Lagoto Resort in a Beachfront Bungalow.

Breakfast

Palm Tree Beach | Image credit Samoa Tourism Authority

Day 13 Savaii Faleolo International Airport

Check out this morning and depart Le Lagoto Resort. Then, board the ferry from Salelologa with your vehicle and reach the airport for your departure flight. End of the service.

Breakfast

Wharf Salelologa | Image credit Samoa Tourism Authority

Accommodation

Taumeasina Islands Resort

Upolu
Taumeasina Island Resort is the only island resort in Samoa connected to the mainland by causeway. Accommodation offers modern, luxurious rooms while showcases both the natural beauty of Samoa and the traditional values of the Samoan people. Travelling as a couple, or a group of friends and family; choose from our Oceanview Hotel Rooms, Deluxe Oceanview Hotel Rooms or our two and three-bedroom self contained Waterfront Villas. All accommodation options have picturesque views of the Pacific Ocean and the lush mountainside of Samoa.

Coconuts Beach Club Resort & Spa

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Upolu
Coconuts Beach Club Resort & Spa truly embodies all that is unique and wonderful about culturally-rich Samoa. Coconuts offers Samoan-inspired accommodation, including Samoa's only Over-the-Water Fales. Ideally situated on Upolu’s southern coast, boasting amazing sunrise and sunset views. There are no high rises, no phones, and no TVs. Perfectly located to explore all of the island’s sites and experiences, Coconuts offers many of the facilities and services you would expect from a much larger resort, with the heart and soul of a small, intimate retreat. With a warm and friendly staff, and surrounded by a traditional village, Coconuts provides a true taste of Samoa.

Room Upgrades

1 Bedroom Beachfront Fale

Perfectly appointed on the glistening blue Samoan beachfront, these villas are designed specifically with couples in mind, featuring large decks over the water’s edge, and sun loungers looking out to the horizon. These eco-chic island abodes really are the most stylish and romantic villas Samoa has to offer, encouraging breakfast in bed with views over the turquoise waters. Our gorgeous Pacific beach holiday villas are the perfect romantic honeymoon destination fit for an island escape.

With a modern rustic-luxury aesthetic, boasting stunning dark timber floors accented by crisp white finishes and chic island style linens. In essence these beachfront beauties are designed to allow you to sense your surroundings, while enjoying touches of luxury and romance.

Prices are dynamic based on travel dates. Please proceed to Book Now or Contact Us for details.

Le Lagoto Resort & Spa

Savai'i
Located on the northern coast of Savai’i, on prime beachfront property you will find embracing its lush tropical surroundings the beautiful Le Lago-to Resort & Spa. Le Lagoto Resort & Spa has 10 spacious stand-alone bungalows. The 5 Ocean View Bungalows are behind the 5 Beachfront Bungalows, but each placed in-between the beachfronts to share stunning views of the ocean and amazing sunsets from their private decks. A number of resort facilities are available for guests to enjoy, including a day spa, an infinity pool, restaurant & poolside bar, laundry & ironing ser-vices.

Additional information

Supplier Booking Conditions Apply
Due to the boutique nature and limited capacity of this travel experience, under our Bookings Conditions this package classifies as “Booking Type 2 – Travel Experience where we act as agent only”. Your contract for the delivery of travel arrangements will be with the principal supplier and will be subject to their Booking Conditions. We will advise you prior to confirming your booking the full details and Booking Conditions of the principal supplier. Our responsibility to you where we sell travel arrangements as agent for the supplier is specified in the ‘Responsibility’ section of our Booking Conditions.
Car Hire: All international and overseas valid drivers’ licenses are accepted in Samoa with the exception of “Learner” and “Restricted” Driver’s Licenses. Holders of a “Learner” or “Restricted” Driver Licenses are unable to drive in Samoa, by Law. Driver's under the age of 25 require an additional fee. CDW insurance with excess reduction pto SAT 400 (approx. AUD 210) is included. All drivers must purchase a "Samoan Temporary License" at SAT 21.00 (payable in cash or by credit card) per license, which will be issued upon delivery of the rental car.

Blackout dates may apply during festive season.

Excluded

International airfares and taxes
Domestic airfares and taxes, unless otherwise specified in our holiday package
Visa expenses, processing and issuance fees
Meals other than as specified in our holiday package i.e. mandatory festive dinners
Travel Insurance or expenses of a personal nature (mini-bar, phone call, laundry, etc.),
Tips or gratuities to guides, drivers, porters, hotel, restaurant or boat staff, etc.
Or any other travel expense that has not been included in our holiday package

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