Samoa enjoys warm, beach-friendly weather all year round. However, there is a distinct wet season between November and March. Ergo, the best time to visit Samoa is during the dry season which runs from June to September. .
Average temperature of 28°C
between October to April
July is typically hottest
month of the year
Fewest rainy days in
July-August
Average annual rainfall
is around 3000mm
for 20 guests
Approx.
AUD $3,200
Approx.
AUD $4,000
Approx.
AUD $5,200
Approx.
AUD $5,600
Approx.
AUD $3,500
Although life is extra easy in Samoa, the day-to-day cost will vary depending on activities, meals and any additional purchases during your stay. On the whole, staying in Samoa will not burn a hole in your wallet!
AUD$ 140 per person per day in Samoa is a minimal spend
AUD$ 200-400 for a mid-range spend
For a luxury-style trip, aim for at least AUD$ 500 per day
Day trip prices sit at around AUD$ 40-100
Samoa is one of the safest countries to travel to, heath-wise. There are no shots required, unless you’re travelling/ hopping from a country which has health advisories. There are no poisonous insects or critters, but that said – do keep a bottle or spray of industrial-strength mosquito repellent (they’re most determined!).
Samoa is safe – no vaccinations needed !
It has no poisonous insects or reptiles, so feel free to explore the jungles!
Do carry bug spray and heavy duty mosquito repellent.
THE LOCAL CURRENCY IS THE SAMOAN TALA. THE EXCHANGE RATE IS APPROXIMATELY 1.8 TO THE AUSTRALIAN DOLLAR.
Banknotes frequently used are: 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100 tālā
Do carry cash on you (don’t worry, Samoa has one of the lowest crime rates!)
ATMs are available both in Upolu and Savai’i.
There is a small surcharge on top of your bank’s conversion rates/fees & charges
Both ANZ and Bank South Pacific have branches at the Faleolo International Airport
A typical Samoan dish is likely to consist of fish, seafood, and root vegetables but many resorts will cater for all tastes. Before you depart alert your resort to any dietary requirements you have. Some foods may contain traces of nuts.
Samoa is a Wi-Fi friendly destination and offers holidaymakers a number of options for connecting online. Most all resorts offer WiFi, as do restaurants and cafes
Prepay accounts are available for devices
Digicel and Bluesky Samoa provide mobile WiFi options
Portable WiFi devices generally cost AUD$ 60 and 1GB of data costs AUD$ 4
There are 8 dedicated Internet cafes in Apia and the one in Savai’i.
Data usage at an internet café costs between AUD$ 1-5 per hour
Mobile – 8.35 mbps download & 6.39 upload mbps in Apia – compared to Global Average of 23.57 & 9.35
Stick to t-shirts and shorts for the most part! Samoa is a warm country, so unless you’re going to a formal restaurant (or church!), you’re pretty set!
Samoa is a fantastic destination for nanny services, which can be arranged through your resort or on arrival.
Nannies can be hired for extra help any time of day
Great for meal times, sleep times and pool or beach days
Prices range from AUD$ 3-7 per hour
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