Piula Cave Pool
Piula Cave Pool
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  • Dan S
    Hamilton, New Zealand132 contributions
    Refresh yourself at Piula
    Such a beautiful spot to refresh and wash away all the salt. Loved by locals and visitors alike. I highly recommend a visit here. The water is so clear, it's almost blue and there are plenty of fresh water fish to see at the bottom. Couldn't get enough of this place!
    Visited January 2023
    Travelled solo
    Written 12 January 2023
  • Jana D
    New Plymouth, New Zealand97 contributions
    Great experience!
    A lovely spot and very well looked after. This must have been the cleanest swimming spot we found and the nicest fales to shelter from the sun! Lovely clear water in the spring, with quite large fish. Not a huge variety but crystal clear and quite refreshing as colder than the sea! And nice as no current. Come early in the day before the crowds arrive and the water gets all mixed up. Bring a picnic lunch to make use of the lovely fales. Snorkeling in the sea is quite good too, better at high tide.
    Visited July 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 14 July 2023
  • Rebecca L
    Mercer, Maine83 contributions
    1st time at Piula
    I would give it five stars, but we’ve been to some more incredible fresh water swimming places since then. It is a lovely visit though, and the kids had a fun time swimming around. It was nice having bathrooms and a place to change and fales, for sure!
    Visited July 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 15 July 2023
  • Remy
    3 contributions
    10/10 Swim Spot
    The most incredible swim spot! Suitable for all ages. We were amazed at how many fish there were! But watch out for giant eels. The water was crystal clear and refreshing, would definitely recommend as a must-see while you’re in Apia.
    Visited September 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 21 September 2023
  • Mtul
    25 contributions
    Piula cave pool- a different type of cooling off.
    Absolutely recommend visiting this place when holidaying in Samoa. Set within 1 of the most immaculate villages it was such a nice change of water scenery. The toilets and bathrooms were clean and updated so made the post swim meal enjoyable. We ate at a few cafes but we thought this place had the best hot chips! Water was refreshing and relaxing in the cave was a great way to cool off from the humid weather. Would visit again.
    Visited October 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 29 October 2023
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Caitlyn T
4 contributions
Nov. 2023 • Couples
Beautiful visit to the caves, amazing swim. Bring goggles to see the fish and underwater magic. It’s super cheap, (10 tala per person) and a refreshing dip. Well worth a visit.
Written 13 November 2023
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Mtul
25 contributions
Oct. 2023 • Family
Absolutely recommend visiting this place when holidaying in Samoa. Set within 1 of the most immaculate villages it was such a nice change of water scenery. The toilets and bathrooms were clean and updated so made the post swim meal enjoyable. We ate at a few cafes but we thought this place had the best hot chips!
Water was refreshing and relaxing in the cave was a great way to cool off from the humid weather. Would visit again.
Written 29 October 2023
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MikeFo
Brighton, UK1,049 contributions
Oct. 2023 • Couples
This site is very popular with local families so can be quite busy. There are steps down from parking area at the church and changing facilities nearby. It's a place for a dip or splash but not a swim.
Written 15 October 2023
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Remy
3 contributions
Sep. 2023 • Family
The most incredible swim spot! Suitable for all ages. We were amazed at how many fish there were! But watch out for giant eels.

The water was crystal clear and refreshing, would definitely recommend as a must-see while you’re in Apia.
Written 21 September 2023
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Poppy G
Wellington, New Zealand3 contributions
Sep. 2023 • Family
Amazing experience! The water was so clear and there were so many fish swimming around. There was also a massive eel that was cool to see. Would highly recommend this experience.
Written 21 September 2023
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Teresa_L78
Mentone, Australia29 contributions
Jul. 2023 • Family
Lovely fresh swimming hole but was very crowded when we went. The water was clear and the fish very active.

It’s not the most spectacular place to visit in Samoa but a lovely stop for a cool and refreshing dip.
Written 29 July 2023
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Rebecca L
Mercer, ME83 contributions
Jul. 2023 • Family
I would give it five stars, but we’ve been to some more incredible fresh water swimming places since then. It is a lovely visit though, and the kids had a fun time swimming around. It was nice having bathrooms and a place to change and fales, for sure!
Written 15 July 2023
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Jana D
New Plymouth, New Zealand97 contributions
Jul. 2023 • Family
A lovely spot and very well looked after. This must have been the cleanest swimming spot we found and the nicest fales to shelter from the sun! Lovely clear water in the spring, with quite large fish. Not a huge variety but crystal clear and quite refreshing as colder than the sea! And nice as no current. Come early in the day before the crowds arrive and the water gets all mixed up. Bring a picnic lunch to make use of the lovely fales. Snorkeling in the sea is quite good too, better at high tide.
Written 15 July 2023
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Nosie B
2 contributions
Jan. 2023
It was really refreshing. You would need to walk down these steep steps to get to the pool. There are beach falas at the bottom where you can put your belongings. The water is pristine, nice and cool. Especially great to swim on a hot day. THe waters are very deep with some fish. You do not need to be cautious with because there are hardly any fish in there. If you swim through the cave and hopefully make it to the other end, there is a beautiful little spot there. You would need to be a great swimmer with the ability to hold your breath for a minimum of 2-3 minutes. I personally did not try this, but my family members did and had a great time.
There was a few rubbish scattered here and there.
Written 10 May 2023
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Jane B
4 contributions
Apr. 2023
Amazing place! Beautiful fish and clear water. I wish I bought snorkeling gear but the fish are a bright blue so you can see them fairly well regardless. Nice place to sit and relax in sun after. Very friendly people. Changing rooms available. Would love to see some info about fish eg species etc they were very beautiful and seemed very used to people. Very clean water.
Written 7 May 2023
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