Pago Pago, American Samoa - Australia & New Zealand Cruises - Australia & New Zealand Cruises

This excursion takes you to ‘Omalata’, a private residence where you will enjoy spectacular views over the Pacific Ocean.

After a traditional welcome, young musicians will entertain you with soft island melodies, whilst you help yourself to a well prepared afternoon tea.

When you have chosen your refreshments, you can relax in the beautiful garden filled with a variety of island plants and flowers, where a well-known island cultural dancing group will treat you to a performance of local song and dance.


This excursion will operate by island bus. It is recommended that passengers bring sunscreen. There is very little walking involved on this tour, however passengers must be able to negotiate the steps onto and off the island bus.

This tropical island has an unexpected landscape, ranging from beautiful coastlines, high plains, spectacular rainforests and ruptured volcanic mountain ranges.

Departing the pier, your driver/guide will take you on a scenic tour of Pago Pago, as you head out to the far eastern side of the island. Enjoy the sights as you pass by groves of coconut palms and tiny villages hugging the shoreline. Learn about the interesting history, traditions and culture of the Samoan people.

There will be several photo stops along the way including Aunu’u Wharf, Amouli Beach and Camel Rock, an interesting rock formation resembling a camel. The view from Pago Pago harbour is one of the most spectacular in the Pacific. Be sure to have your camera at the ready.

If you see something that catches your eye along the way you can just ask the driver to stop for a few moments.

At the eastern most tip of the island you will head back making a stop to enjoy some island entertainment at Two Dollar Beach.


This excursion will operate by island bus or mini bus and on foot. It is recommended that passengers bring sunscreen, bottled water or refreshment, as this will not be provided on the tour. There is very little walking involved on this tour, however passengers must be able to negotiate the steps onto and off the island bus.

Travel into the heart of Tutuila, to a remote location overlooked by the mountains. Here, you will be able to capture the essence of island life and see how the local people live. A highlight of your stop here will be the stunning Mountain View and beautiful natural surroundings.

A friendly local family will greet you with delightful songs and traditional island music. Enjoy the wonderful atmosphere and warm welcome of the locals as you experience a typical Samoan greeting for VIP’s.

Heading off in your island-style bus for south western Tutuila, you will drive along the impressive and extensive coastline, which is said to be one of the most beautiful in the South Pacific. From the coast, you will venture inland to discover the picturesque little villages, which typify island life in Samoa.


This excursion will operate by island bus. Although there is limited walking on this tour, guests are advised that the ground may be uneven with some steps.

During your scenic island tour, pass by many of the island’s most interesting and alluring spots. Stop at Leone to photograph the site of the first missionary landing in 1830. From Leone, pass the Leala Lava Flow and see the beautiful natural coastline and glistening ocean.

Hear tales of Tia Seu Lupe, an old chiefs’ game involving the catching of pigeons. Whoever captures the most pigeons wins a wife or daughter of the chief. You will pass by the Tia Seu Lupe Station to see where these curious traditions took place.

A tour of the island wouldn’t be complete without seeing the ‘Flowerpot Rock’; this is one of the island’s most photographed landmarks.

Briefly stopping at Samoa’s late Governor Tauese Sunia’s Museum leisurely browse the collection of memorabilia. Relax and enjoy the magnificent scenery. Your return to the ship will be along the same road on which you came.

Before returning to the pier a brief stop is made at Maliu Mai Beach, for a complimentary drink before heading back to town.


This excursion will operate by island bus. Ground at the Vaitogi Cliffs is very rough and uneven, please use caution when on foot. Sunscreen is recommended.

Experience a wealth of breathtaking landscapes, as you drive past little bays dotted along the coastline whilst heading inland through this luxuriant island paradise.

Known as ‘Flowerpot Rock’, Fatu-ma-futi is situated at the mouth of the charming Pago Pago harbour and is one of the island’s most famous landmarks.

You will have an opportunity to photograph historic Leone, the one-time capital of American Samoa and site of the first missionary landing in 1830.

Proud of their heritage and customs, the Samoan people work hard to preserve them. The simple idyllic beauty of island culture can be seen as you are treated to a traditional Ava Ceremony. The ceremony is usually only performed when VIP’s visit the island; enjoy authentic island entertainment, including Samoan songs and dances performed by the local cultural group.

Your island-style bus will wind along the coastline of scenic bays, inlets and picturesque villages. Pass many notable landmarks such as the Lyndon B. Johnson Tropical Medical Centre, the quaint Nuuuli Village, Lava Lava, Samoa's 18-hole golf course and Futu-ma-futi Rock.


This excursion will operate by island bus. Please be advised that there is very little walking involved on this tour.