Afu Aau Waterfall
Afu A'au Waterfall (Olemoe Falls)
A rainforest waterfall that drops into a clear deep pool with cool water, making it Savai'i's most beautiful natural swimming pool.
The waterfall lies in a valley near Vailoa village on the south coast. It drops about 20 metres from a rock face into a jade-green deep pool surrounded by tropical plants, where you can swim and jump from the rocks. From the main road, take a dirt track for about 2 km to the parking area, then walk a few minutes. The falls are managed by a local family, who charge an entry fee (a few tala per person). On Sundays, in keeping with Samoan custom, the falls may be closed, or swimming and playing may not be appropriate. Bring swimwear and mosquito repellent, as the road gets muddy after rain.
Opening hours
About 08:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Pulemelei Mound
- Tafua Rainforest Preserve & Crater
- Mu Pagoa Waterfall
- Salelologa Wharf & Market
- Sapapali'i & John Williams Monument
- Lano Beach
- Alofaaga Blowholes
- Mount Matavanu Crater