Rent a Car in Apia

Tips for renting a car in Apia

Although Apia can be explored by taxi and local buses, renting a car is highly recommended for travelers who want to discover Upolu independently. Many of Samoa's most beautiful beaches, waterfalls, swimming holes, and traditional villages are spread around the island and are easier to reach with a private vehicle.

Rental agencies operate at Faleolo International Airport, in central Apia, and near major hotels. Available vehicles usually include compact cars, SUVs, vans, and four-wheel-drive models. An SUV can provide additional comfort when visiting rural attractions and less-developed roads.

A rental car allows visitors to explore attractions such as To Sua Ocean Trench, Lalomanu Beach, Papaseea Sliding Rocks, Piula Cave Pool, Togitogiga Waterfall, Sopoaga Falls, the Robert Louis Stevenson Museum, Palolo Deep Marine Reserve, and villages along Upolu's scenic coastal roads.

Samoa drives on the left-hand side of the road. Traffic is generally light outside Apia, although roads may be narrow and animals or pedestrians can occasionally enter the roadway. For travelers seeking freedom, privacy, and access to Samoa's natural attractions, renting a car is one of the best transportation options.