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Popo, Your Host
Outlook
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This secluded spot with stunning mountain and coastal views along the north east coast of Upolu is ideal for nature and cultural lovers. Set on a rocky coastline beside a rather ugly seawall within the village of Saoluafata, the five traditional fales are run by the local land-owners who provide guests with three meals a day. Interact with the local village, walk along mountain trails or simply relax on the beach.
Surfing is good offshore but there is no boat access. Serious surfers may wish to paddle out to the surf with their own boards.
On-Site Activities:
Traditional Feast - Sunday
Nearby Attractions:
Surfing
Mountain Trails
Getting There:
As most flights arrive in the early hours of the morning, the easiest way to get to Saoluafata is to spend your first night in Apia. Catch the airport shuttle into Apia town for ST$8 per person (meets all international arrivals - 40-minutes in mini coach - driver will drop you at hotel). Once in Apia, the best way to get to Sauluafata is to take the Green Turtle Tour which stops at Sauluafata 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.
A taxi direct to Albatross from the International Airport will cost about ST$100 (takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes) and from Apia Town about ST$50 (takes about 40 minutes). Car rental is not available at the international airport as a Samoan driving license is required which are only available from the licensing office opposite the Police Station in Apia.
It is possible to get to Saoluafata by public bus. Several buses pass by in the morning and evening rush hour but outside these times buses are more limited and unfortunately there is no set timetable. Catching a local bus is a fun experience, but perhaps one best left when you don't have your luggage with you - seats are cramped and buses often full!
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