National Park of American Samoa

Two rain forest preserves and a coral reef are home to unique tropical animals
including the Flying Fox, Pacific Boa, tortoises, and an array of birds and
fish. The park contains paleotropical rain forests, pristine coral reefs,
and magnificent white sand beaches. A new park visitor center is located in
Pago Plaza office building located on the island of Tutuila. The park was
authorized on October 31, 1988. Park lands are on three separate islands;
Tutuila, Ofu and Tau, and total 9,000 acres. All of the lands are leased from
the respective villages.

Superintendent
National Park of American Samoa
Pago Pago, American Samoa, AS 96799
011-684-633-7082 - Visitor Information

By Plane
The nearest airport is Pago Pago International Airport on Tutuila. Airplane service is available several times per week from Honolulu. Regularly scheduled
flights (small planes) serve park areas of Ofu and Tau, and the nearby nation
of Samoa.

By Plane
Local "AIGA" buses travel Tutuila from dawn to dusk. Taxi
service and rental cars are available.

American Samoa is in the South Pacific Ocean, between the Equator and the
Tropic of Capricorn; tropical climate prevails. Temperatures are warm or hot
year round (high 70's t low 90's F) with high humidity. Rain showers are frequent.

Here are some of the activities that are offered at Mount Rainier National Park.

• Fishing
• Swimming
• Wildlife Viewing
• Backpacking
• Bird Watching
• Nature Walks
• Stargazing
• Kayaking
• Scuba Diving
• Snorkeling

Recommended Activities
On Tutuila a scenic road leads from Pago Pago to the north coast. Allow a
few hours for this drive, including stops. You may wish to stay overnight
in the village of Afono or Vatia. Along the scenic drive there are panoramic
views, especially from Afono Pass. The Amalau Valley is a good place to watch
above the trees from flying fox (fruit bats).

On the island of Ofu a section of pristine shoreline and fringing reef is
protected within the national park. The beach is fine coral sand, ideal for
walking long stretches uninterrupted. The coral communities are some of the
healthiest in the South Pacific. This is an ideal place to snorkel. Your must
bring gear from Tutuila. Before you visit Ofu check with park staff about
special rules that apply.

On Tau the park area includes the southeastern half of the island. Stay overnight
in the village of Fitiuta on the northeast coast or in Faleasao or Tau in
the northwest. You can rent cars locally. Visit Saua, a sacred site considered
by many to be the birthplace of the Polynesian people. Hike along the beaches;
if you hike in remote areas, go with a guide. Arrange guide service through
the park staff. Watch the sky for flying foxes. The south shore has 3000 foot
sea cliffs, the tallest in the world.