How do I get to Savaii?

If you are coming from Apia or the Faleolo Airport, you need to catch a bus or a taxi to the Mulifanua wharf. Most hotels do transfers too. Tickets can be bought at shipping house in Apia or at the ferry terminal which accept cash only. You can take a car across on the ferry too. The big ferry takes 1 hour and 10 mins and the small ferry takes about 1hr and 30 mins to arrive at Salelologa whalf in Savaii. The ferry timetable is here www.ssc.ws/timetable-and-fares

What transport is available in Savaii?

Taxis are available 24/7 on the island, we can give you contact details for local taxi stands. Busses run from early morning till when the last ferry arrives around 5:30pm. There are a few place on the island that do car rentals if you want to book for a car. Find out more about traveling around Savaii and contact details for car rental companies on the travel page of our site.

Where can i find a map of Savaii?

The best place to get a map of Savaii is here at the Savaii Samoa Tourist office located 4 to 5 minutes to walk from the wharf.

What are the accomodation options in Savaii?

There is a range of accomodation options avalible to suit all budgets, from beach fale to resorts.

Brouse accomodation avalible on each coast on our website, or send us a message describing what you are after and we can help you book.

Are there opportunities to work or volunteer in Savaii?

Yes! Definitely businesses in Savaii are always looking for extra staff and support. Let us know when you are avalible and what your skill set is and we will support you getting in touch with businesses.

Are there any places to eat?

Yes, we do have restaurants and cafes around or just stop by any hotels or resorts for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Harbourside Restaurant, Adria's Cafe and Amoa resort all have coffee machines too!

Can I swim on Sundays?

Yes, but only in Hotels and Resorts swimming pools but everything else is restricted because its part of Sāmoa's culture that everyone must attend church on Sundays. That's why almost everything is closed on Sundays here in Savai'i.

What is the driving speed limit and which side do we drive on?

The driving speed limit is generally 35 mph (56 km/h) with slower speed restrictions in villages. Traffic generally moves at a slow speed according to island time. All vehicles drive on the left-hand side of the road.

Are there any ATMs and banks around Savaii?

Yes there ATMs and banks around Savaii, mostly in Salelologa. There is an ATM in Fagamalo too. But its best to. get cash out in Salelologa before you venture around the island.