American Samoa Travel Guide
American Samoa accommodation, American Samoa activities and attractions, American Samoa maps, transportation to and around American Samoa - the ALL NEW Jasons American Samoa Destination Travel Guide is your complete visitor guide for American Samoa.
The only American land south of the equator, American Samoa consists of five tropical volcanic islands and two coral atolls. The largest island of American Samoa is
Tutuila, where the country’s capital,
Pago Pago, is located. Ofu, Olosega and Ta'u make up the Manu'a Islands. They are recognised as ancient Samoa and are largely undisturbed, retaining a strong culture-oriented society. Just 25 minutes away by air is American Samoa's nearest neighbour,
Western Samoa. The volcanic activity that shaped the islands of American Samoa, has created a landscape of rugged mountains with a coastline of scooped-out bays and harbours. Pago Pago Harbour is one of the best all-weather deep water harbours in the Pacific; it has a scenic backdrop of densely forested mountains. Somerset Maugham set his well-known short story,
Rain, in American Samoa's Pago Pago.
Pago Pago is a good place to start any visit to American Samoa. Many travellers experience its colourful character before hiring a rental car and exploring the rest of Tutuila Island. Tutuila's attractions include the recently established National Park of American Samoa. This park also extends over the islands of Ta’u and Ofu. Most accommodation is found on Tutuila Island, with some on Ta’u and Ofu. Overnight cruises are available to some of the outer islands; there are also trips to the red quicksands at Pala Lake on Aunu’u Island, and the spectacular rocks at Ma’ama’a Cove, to be enjoyed.
Take a vacation to American Samoa and explore these beautiful South Pacific Islands - the only American land south of the equator.