Swimming With Turtles: Sato'alepai's Gentle Giants
Swim with gentle green sea turtles in a Savai'i wetlands sanctuary. An unforgettable Samoan encounter promoting marine conservation and respect for nature.
Experience an unforgettable encounter with endangered green sea turtles at Sato'alepai, Samoa. Swim alongside these gentle creatures in a unique wetlands sanctuary, offering an intimate glimpse into their world and the conservation efforts to protect them.
A brief summary to Swimming With Turtles
- HM23+Q8R, Sato'alepai, WS
- +6858453408
Local tips
- Bring your own snorkeling gear for a better view of the turtles underwater.
- Visit during feeding time (9am-7pm) to see the turtles most active.
- Combine your visit with a trip to the nearby Saleaula Lava Fields for a full day of Savai'i exploration.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Salelologa, take a local bus heading towards Sato'alepai. Buses typically leave from the main bus stop located near the market. Ask the driver to drop you off at Sato'alepai. The journey will take around 20-30 minutes. From Pola Valley, catch a local bus heading towards Sato'alepai. The bus ride is approximately 20-30 minutes. Inform the driver that you want to get off at Sato'alepai. After disembarking, walk towards the beach area and look for signs directing you to Swimming With Turtles, which is located at HM23+Q8R. Bus fare should be around $4 tala.
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Car
From Salelologa, head east along the main road. The drive to Sato'alepai is approximately 30-40 minutes. Look for local signage indicating the direction to Sato'alepai. From Pola Valley, head south on the main road towards Sato'alepai. Follow the signs for Sato'alepai and continue driving for approximately 15 minutes. When you reach Sato'alepai, look for the location with the code HM23+Q8R. The Swimming With Turtles attraction is located near the coast, so you may need to park in a designated area and walk a short distance to the beach. Parking is generally free.
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