Aganoa Beach

The Aganoa black sand beach is located 15 minutes from the Maota Airport on the east coast of Savai'i Island in the south of Samoa. During the 2017 South Pacific Games, the surfing competition was held on this beach. The waves here are only suitable for skilled surfers. Visitors can go snorkeling, kayaking, rowing, relax in the local fale (straw house without walls), or plan a family picnic in addition to surfing. Due to the broken road that connects to the beach, it is rarely busy.

Aganoa is a crescent-shaped deep beach bordered by tall palm trees. This area of the island's coast is covered in peculiar black sand with huge stones strewn about. The water is clear with a dark blue hue, and the waves are large and powerful. Because of the underwater currents, swimming here can be perilous, which is why athletes frequent this spot. Near Aganoa is the magnificent Samoa National Park, which features incredible cliffs, islands, and arches made of volcanic lava.

Location: Savai'i Island, Samoa