Samoa · Hiking

5-Hour Lake Lanoto'o Volcanic Hike with Swim in a Crater Lake

5 Hours Round trip from Apia Moderate pace

The lake on a fine day - an unusual green

Thick vegetation in the middle of the hike

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Hike 3 km through dense rainforest to reach Samoa's iconic volcanic crater lake
02 Spot wild goldfish while cooling off in the refreshing waters of Lake Lanoto'o
03 Experience Lake Lanoto'o, a designated 'Wetland of International Importance'
04 Enjoy a swim in a unique and utterly pristine lake surrounded by lush forest
05 Take a refreshing dip in a creek pool at the base of Mt Vaea

Hike 3 km through dense rainforest to reach Samoa's stunning volcanic crater lake, Lake Lanoto'o. Spot wild goldfish while refreshing yourself in the lake's cool waters, and discover this magnificent site, one of only two in Samoa designated as a 'Wetland of International Importance' under the RAMSAR Convention. This 6 km hike offers a thrilling off-the-beaten-track experience in lush forest surroundings.

A well-deserved swim in the lake will leave you not only refreshed, but also with a serene sense of awe.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Apia

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Hike to Majestic Lake Lanoto'o

8:00 A.M.: Pick up from central Apia accommodation and head up the Cross Island Road.
8:30 A.M.: Begin the Lake Lanoto'o hike, a 6.5 km return walk. The first kilometre follows a 4WD track, followed by 2.25 km from the start of Lake Lanoto'o National Park to this unique and utterly pristine lake. Pass through lush and varied forest along the way. A well-deserved swim in the lake will leave you not only refreshed, but also with a serene sense of awe. Enjoy refreshments before returning.
12:15 P.M.: Arrive back at the transport after the hike and swim.
12:45 P.M.: Enjoy a refreshing dip in the creek pool at the base of Mt Vaea.
1:30 P.M.: Arrive back in Apia.