Afu Aau Falls/Olemoe Falls

The Afu Aau Waterfall, also known as Olemoe Falls, is a magnificent waterfall in southeast Savai'i that cascades into a freshwater pool from deep within the jungle. The falls were divided into three separate levels or portions, each having a swimming hole to escape the tropical heat and humidity. However, as you can see from the photo above, the highest waterfall was what really set this location apart since it included a spring-fed, 15-20 m drop and a sizable swimming hole. This waterfall could well be Samoa's ideal waterfall. The community maintains a dirt road that is used for access.

Visitors are urged to leave their cars here and enjoy a 10-minute walk to the pool and waterfall because entrance fees are collected at the Samoan fale, which is about 650 meters off the main road. Although the pool is incredibly deep, it becomes relatively shallow along the rim. The fall finally splits into three smaller, independent falls, providing visitors with a genuinely magical experience. The pool area has a stringent no-alcohol policy, and the facility is closed on Sundays. A bathroom building is located around 80 meters from the fall. Like the majority of Samoan locations, there are no lifeguards on duty, therefore swimmers are recommended to use additional caution.

Location: Location: Palauli, south-eastern Savai’i, Samoa