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Parataiso Beach Fales is set in the lovely village of Utulaelae, hidden off the main highway down a small coastal track. We offer traditional Samoan fales in a traditional village setting - this is the place to go to immerse yourself in Samoan culture. Set on a long white sandy beach popular with locals with great snorkelling. Saturday night is Fiafia night (S$25), Sunday gives you the opportunity to visit a Samoan church gathering and indulge in a traditional Sunday feast (S$20).
On-Site Activities:
Fia Fia Dancing - Saturday
Traditional Feast - Sunday
Nearby Attractions:
Local Villages
Coastal Walks
Getting There:
As most flights arrive in the early hours of the morning, the easiest way to get to Parataiso is to spend your first night in Apia. Catch the Airport Shuttle Bus into Apia Town for ST$15 per person (meets all international arrivals - 40-minutes in mini coach - driver will drop you at requested hotel). Once in Apia, the best way to get to Parataiso is to take the Green Turtle Tour which stops at Parataiso every day. Green Turtle are based in Apia and depart each day at 8am from the Travellers' Lounge, or organise for them to pick you up from your hotel. Simply purchase your travel pass which enables you to hop-on and hop-off the bus as many times as you like during your stay and take a scenic and educational tour en-route.
A taxi direct to Parataiso from the International Airport will cost about ST$150 (takes 2 hours) and from Apia Town about ST$100. Car rental is not available at the international airport as a Samoan driving license is required - these are only available from the licensing office opposite the Police Station in Apia.
There is no public bus to Parataiso.
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