best places to visit in American Samoa
National Park of American Samoa
The National Park of American Samoa is a national park in the United States territory of American Samoa. The park is distributed across three islands: Tutuila, Ofu, and Ta‘ū. The park is home to coral reefs, tropical rainforests, fruit bats, and the Samoan culture.
On the southern shore of Ta‘ū, you can find the world’s tallest sea cliffs, of approximately 915 metres above the ocean. Popular activities include hiking and snorkeling.
Ofu and Olosega
Ofu and Olosega are parts of a volcanic doublet in the Manu‘a Island Group, which is part of American Samoa in the Samoan Islands. The highest peak on Ofu Island is Mount Tumutumu at 491 meters, and the highest peak on Olosega is Mount Piumafua, at 629 meters.
Ofu island’s jewel is the beach along the south coast. It is covered by 4km of shining, palm-fringed white sand. The offshore waters are deep enough for some excellent viewing of coral and tropical fish. In fact, almost 300 species of fish have been identified and the reef is believed to contain about 150 species of coral.
Pago Pago
Pago Pago is the capital of American Samoa. It is in Maoputasi County on Tutuila, which is American Samoa’s main island. Pago Pago is home to one of the deepest natural deep-water harbors in the South Pacific Ocean. The harbor is sheltered from wind and rough seas and is one of the best protected in the South Pacific. Tourism, entertainment, food, and tuna canning are Pago Pago’s main industries.
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