Plan Around Vatia
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Vatia Details
Vatia is a small village located on the northern coast of Tutuila. Buses run back and forth from the village three times a day via a steep road crossing the spine of Tutuila. The village is scenic, surrounded by forested peaks and a sunny beach. Vatia also has great views of Pola Island. The national park surrounds the village, and the ride there provides an easy, quick taste of the Samoan environment.
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Vatia
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0.4 mi away
Tuafanua Trail
An adventurous trail lead hikers to a hidden coastline.
0.4 mi away
Lower Suma Ridge Trail
An interpretive .4 mile roundtrip trail ending at an archaeological site.
0.8 mi away
Mount Alava Adventure Trail
A 5.6 mile trail that loops around after reaching the summit of Mt. Alava. Be prepared for 783 steps and 56 ladders!
0.8 mi away
Pola Island Trail
A short, .1 mile roundtrip hike to a beach view of Pola Island.
0.9 mi away
Vaiava Strait Natural Landmark
A naturally eroded strait between Tutuila's mainland and Pola Island.
