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To Sua Ocean Trench

To Sua Ocean Trench

A 30 m deep swimming hole connected to the sea by a lava tube, on Upolu's south coast.

Nature📍 Samoa
Photo: Rickard Törnblad, CC BY-SA 4.0
  • Depth~30 m
  • IslandUpolu
  • Entry feeYes
  • Best timeMorning, low tide
  • DestinationSamoa

A steep wooden ladder leads down to the pool. Visit at low or mid tide when the water is calmer, and combine it with Lalomanu Beach. There is an entry fee, which also covers the gardens.

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Coordinates: -14.0108, -171.5707 · Open in Google Maps

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To Sua Ocean Trench
To Sua Ocean Trench. Photo: Rickard Törnblad, CC BY-SA 4.0

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