Pago Pago, American Samoa
Pago Pago, American Samoa
Description
View cruises with Pago Pago, American SamoaPago Pago Bay is one of the most dramatic harbors in the South Pacific, a region known for dramatic landscapes. Eons ago, the massive seaward wall of a volcano collapsed and the sea poured in. Today, dramatic mountain peaks encircle the deep harbor.
The capital of American Samoa, Pago Pago is more village than city. The town is dominated by looming Mt. Pioa, whose summit draws moisture-bearing clouds, earning it the nickname of "The Rainmaker." Indeed, Pago Pago draws more than its fair share of rain - the island of Tutuila is a vision of deep, verdant green.
Pronounced "Pango Pango," this island paradise awaits exploration.
Points of Interest
- Ava Ceremony
- Western Tutuila
- Village & Home Visit
- Tauese's Museum
- Flower Pot Rock
- Turtle & Shark Point
- Tauese P.F. Sunia Ocean Center
- Tia Seu Lupe Park
More about Pago Pago, American Samoa Points of Interest
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Ava Ceremony -
This traditional island welcome, given by Samoans to important guests, involves a relaxing drink produced from the local Ava root.
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Western Tutuila -
Western Tutuila is home to several National Natural Landmarks, the American Samoa golf course and Nuu'uli Village.
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Village & Home Visit -
Visit a traditional Samoan village and home. Enjoy local island music and watch a traditional cooking demonstration using the umu, or oven.
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Tauese's Museum -
See Tauese's Museum, dedicated to the first popularly elected governor of American Samoa.
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Flower Pot Rock -
Visit Fatu-ma-Futi or "Flowerpot Rock." Your bus will stop for a photo at this local natural landmark off shore that guards the entrance to Pago Pago Bay.
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Turtle & Shark Point -
The Vaitogi Cliffs are the site of a famed Samoan legend, "The Turtle and the Shark," who are said to appear at the Point upon hearing a local chant.
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Tauese P.F. Sunia Ocean Center -
This facility features educational exhibits and interactive learning tools to showcase American Samoa's natural resources and promote ocean awareness and encourage good marine stewardship.
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Tia Seu Lupe Park -
Home to one of American Samoa's best preserved star mounds, ancient stone mounds built for the Chiefs' sport of pigeon catching, and an impressive reminder of times past.
