Afu Aau Falls
Waterfall Tall tropical waterfall surrounded by rainforest in Samoa
A waterfall in Samoa reached by a short jungle track; visitors hike to swim in plunge pools and picnic beneath cascades framed by tropical forest.
How to Get to Afu Aau Falls #
Afu Aau is on Savaiʻi island. The usual route from Upolu is to take the inter-island ferry to Salelologa on Savaiʻi, then drive (or hire a local driver) across the island toward the eastern/central coast; the falls are accessed by a short walk from a village track. Because signage is minimal, ask locally for directions from the nearest village.
Tips for Visiting Afu Aau Falls #
- Visit early morning after a dry spell: the path down can be slippery after rain and the pools clear up faster with a few days of dry weather.
- Ask village elders about local protocols - some falls on Savaiʻi are on customary land and locals appreciate a greeting before descending.
- Bring a small torch if exploring any caves or dark overhangs near the plunge pools; the approach can be shaded and dim.
Best Time to Visit Afu Aau Falls #
Afu Aau Falls is best visited in the drier months for safer access and clearer water; year-round temperatures are tropical with a pronounced wet season.
Weather & Climate near Afu Aau Falls #
Afu Aau Falls's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 30°C. Heavy rainfall (3280 mm/year), wettest in January.
January
January is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (474 mm).
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February
February is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C. Heavy rain (302 mm).
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March
March is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C. Heavy rain (341 mm).
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April
April is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C. Heavy rain (274 mm).
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May
May is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (255 mm).
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June
June is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. Significant rainfall (181 mm).
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July
July is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (135 mm).
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August
August is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 22°C. Heavy rain (212 mm).
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September
September is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (207 mm).
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October
October is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (336 mm).
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November
November is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (266 mm).
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December
December is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C. Heavy rain (297 mm).
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