Falemauga Caves, Upolu

Name: Falemauga Caves
Address: Upolu, Samoa

#3 among attractions in Upolu

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The Falemauga Caves are large natural caverns in a series of lava-tunnels situated in the Tuamasaga district along the central ridge of Upolu island in Samoa. The caves have been studied by archaeologists in Samoa with evidence of human occupation in pre-history. They were also used as a place of refuge by the people of Tuamasaga. ()

Coordinates: 13°54'58"S, 171°49'19"W

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Falemauga Caves – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Robert Louis Stevenson Museum, Apia Samoa Temple, Mount Vaea, National University of Samoa.

5.1 miNE
History museum, Museum
Robert Louis Stevenson Museum, Apia
130 min walk • Nestled in the lush tropical gardens of Vailima, just a few kilometers from the Samoan capital of Apia, lies the Robert Louis Stevenson Museum—a tribute to the famous Scottish author of classics such as "Treasure Island" and "The Strange Case of Dr.
6 miNE
Temple
Apia Samoa Temple, Apia
153 min walk • The Apia Samoa Temple stands as a serene and sacred edifice in the heart of Apia, the capital city of the Pacific island nation of Samoa. This temple serves as a spiritual haven for members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the region, offering a...
4.8 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Mount Vaea, Upolu
124 min walk • Mount Vaea is a 472 m summit overlooking Apia, the capital of Samoa located on the north central coast of Upolu island. The mountain is situated south about 3 km inland from Apia township and harbour.
6.6 miNE
Universities and schools
National University of Samoa, Apia
169 min walk • The National University of Samoa is the only national university in Samoa. Established in 1984 by an act of parliament, it is coeducational and provides certificate, diploma, and undergraduate degree programs, as well as technical and vocational training.
7.2 miNE
Football, Sport, Sport venue
Apia Park, Apia
184 min walk • Apia Park is a multi-function sports complex located in Apia, the capital of Samoa. Primarily used for rugby union events, Apia Park is the home stadium of the Samoa national rugby union team, Manu Samoa. It is also a venue for association football. Manuma Samoa use the venue for rugby union matches.
4.7 miN
Sport, Sport venue
Tuanaimato, Upolu
121 min walk • Tuanaimato is a geographical area near Apia, Samoa. It is the site of the one hundred acre Faleata Sporting Complex which houses, among other facilities, a 12,000 seater soccer stadium, a baseball stadium, hockey fields and an 'aquatic centre'. The Tuanaimato area was also the venue for much of the 2007 South Pacific Games.

Falemauga Caves, Upolu

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Upolu plan & book

Falemauga Caves – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Robert Louis Stevenson Museum, Apia

Apia Samoa Temple, Apia

Mount Vaea, Upolu

National University of Samoa, Apia

Apia Park, Apia

Tuanaimato, Upolu