10 Most Romantic Things to Do in Upolu for Couples

Last Updated: 23 July, 2025

Upolu’s Most Romantic Experiences

Our Genuine Takes on Local Experiences

So you’ve chosen Samoa’s main island, Upolu, for a romantic getaway, and you might have also chosen your romantic resort (if not, what are you doing? Check out the 10 Most Romantic Wedding & Honeymoon Resorts on Upolu). Now, you just need to tie it all together in a neat romantic bow with some of Upolu’s most romantic experiences.

Whether you’re a couple of adventure-seekers, foodies or prefer to simply recharge, we have listed a variety of experiences that hit all of those sweet spots and more in the most romantic things to do in Upolu for couples.

Before we begin, be sure to open The Honeymoon & Romantic Getaway Guide to Upolu for more vacation-planning wisdom.

Side note: Our activity recommendations come from on-the-ground research in Samoa – no AI-generated fluff here! Scroll to the bottom of the page to learn more about us.

1. Spend the Day on an Uninhabited Island

Samoa might be known for its main islands of Upolu and Savai’i, but did you know that there are other tiny uninhabited islands to explore? These provide a truly tranquil and romantic setting for a day out.

Take a picnic and perhaps a bottle of bubbles and jump on the water taxi to Namu’a Island (or even stay overnight?), join Le Vasa Resort‘s guided tour to Nu’ulopa Island, or paddle a kayak with Outdoor Samoa to an uninhabited peninsula (which is not technically an island, but it sure feels like one).

Even if you don’t get the entire island to yourselves, the islands hardly feel crowded and, in fact, just walking around the island will likely reveal a hidden beach all to yourselves. You never know, it could be the perfect place to “pop the question”?

Speaking of, see our Samoa Proposal Ideas for more on the subject.

Location: See the links on each island listed above to see the multiple options to get to them. Otherwise, check out the 10 Best Island Day Trips from Upolu.

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2. Indulge in a Relaxing Couple’s Massage

Share in a soothing experience with one of Upolu’s heavenly couple’s massages.

According to our very own travel manager, Robin, the spas that are renowned on the island for their couples’ treatments include A Touch of Samoa, Coconuts Beach Club Resort & Spa and Sinalei Reef Resort & Spa, but there are many more to choose from, which you can discover in the 10 Best Spas in Samoa.

Location: All over Upolu! See the link above for specific locations.

3. Visit Upolu’s Most Romantic Beaches…

It’s probably likely that you chose a South Pacific getaway to spend some time at the beach, and we can’t blame you; there’s something effortlessly romantic about the soft sands and turquoise waters.

Lalomanu Beach, with its marine reserve, is a popular go-to with many day fales to choose from (learn about paying customary fees for beaches using day fales in the 10 Best Beaches on Upolu).

If you’re looking for less crowded beaches, however, we highly recommend the hidden gems of Vavau Beach or, even more secluded (4WD access only), Aganoa Beach.

Location: See the link above for the specific locations of Upolu’s beast beaches.

4. … And Breathtaking Swimming Holes

As famous (or perhaps more) than Upolu’s glorious beaches are its paradisical swimming holes. When we visited on our last trip, we were awestruck by the natural beauty of these hidden gems.

Like something out of a tropical fairy tale, the To Sua Ocean Trench amazes with its verdant vines twining down a coastal sinkhole to a turquoise pool below.

There’s also the rejuvenating crystal-clear freshwater of the Piula Cave Pool.

And if you wanted some waterfalls in the mix, Togitogiga Waterfall and Sauniatu Waterfall both offer excellent swimming.

Location: See the locations of the attractions mentioned in the 10 Best Swimming Spots in Samoa.

5. Treat Your Loved One to a Private Dining Experience

To elevate your dining experience, perhaps to celebrate a special occasion, treat each other to one of Upolu’s private dining experiences.

Indulge in a three-course dinner with bubbles either on your room’s balcony or by the beach at Taumeasina Island Resort, choose a private decorated setting at Sinalei Reef Resort & Spa or have a candlelit dinner with personal waiting service on the deck of your luxury villa at Seabreeze Resort.

See more ideas like this in the 10 Adults-Only Activities on Upolu.

Location: Taumeasina – Taumeasina Road, off Main East Coast Road, Apia.
Sinalei Reef – Signposted off Main South Coast Road between Mulivai and Si’umu.
Seabreeze – Signposted along Main South Coast Road, Aufaga.

6. Discover Upolu’s Romantic Coastal Walk

Leave the beaches behind and discover another side of Upolu on the serene and secluded Coastal Walk.

Protected within the O Le Pupu Pu’e National Park, the one-hour return walk winds its way through lush pandanus forest before emerging on rocky lava cliffs. With the waves crashing below, seabirds occupying the horizon, and a number of coastal sea arches to uncover as you walk, this certainly is a special place to share with your loved one.

What’s more, it’s rare to stumble into anyone else at this secluded piece of paradise, making the Coastal Walk an endearing location for that sense of having the place to yourselves. From what we’ve experienced, this hidden gem offers a tranquil escape that’s perfect for those seeking a moment of peaceful connection with nature.

Closed footwear is recommended. For walks to enjoy together, check out the 10 Best Walks & Hikes on Upolu.

Location: Signposted along Main South Coast Road between Sa’agafou and Saleilua. Note that the 3 km (1.9 mi) road to get to the trail car park is a 4WD road but 2WD is usually Ok if taken with care.

7. Test Your Teamwork in a Double Kayak

You don’t know whether you’re made for each other until you have proven it by navigating a kayak together!

Just about every beach accommodation on Upolu has kayaks for hire, while Outdoor Samoa runs some more exciting excursions, so have a go and explore the lagoons and surrounding islands! Book your adventure on the Outdoor Samoa site.

You may also want to take some snorkelling gear to make the most of those outer clusters of coral. Be careful of tidal passages near the reef entrances.

Location: All over Upolu! Get kayaking recommendations from Kakaying in Samoa: Top 10 Places to Kayak.

8. Enjoy a “Beach Glamping” Experience in a Beach Fale

Although the more polished accommodations listed in the 10 Most Romantic Wedding & Honeymoon Resorts in Upolu are certainly worth staying, there’s something wondrously romantic about sleeping in a beach fale – like beach glamping!

With a prime position on the waterfront and the opportunity to try Samoan home-cooked meals from your host, as well as soak in the starry skies and listen to the sound of lapping waves, it’s worth experiencing if only for one night.

Check out our recommendations in the 10 Best Beach Fale Accommodations on Upolu.

Location: See the link above for recommendations and their locations.

9. Take a Picnic to the Vailima Botanical Garden

Encompassing 12 ha (30 acres) of native, introduced and naturalised plant species, Vailima Botanical Garden offers an endearing space to explore in Apia for couples.

The information centre here provides more details about the biodiversity of the gardens, while the freshwater pool and waterfall of the Loimata o Apaula stream is a wonderful place for a refreshing dip.

You can also start the Tomb Trail walking track from here, as detailed in the 15 Best Walks & Hikes in Samoa.

Location: Follow signposts for the Robert Louis Stevenson Museum along Cross Island Road in the village of Avele, just south of Apia.

Instead of turning down the lane to the museum, however, continue straight until you reach an archway and sign for Vailima Botanical Garden.

10 Most Romantic Things to Do in Upolu for Couples

10. Treat Your Loved One to Something Special from Apia’s Shops and Markets

Home to talented craftspeople who have passed down techniques from generation to generation, Samoa certainly entices with unique jewellery, gorgeous siapo paintings, hand-printed clothing, natural island cosmetics and much more – just see the 10 Best Souvenirs from Samoa.

With this in mind, shopping and perhaps buying a gift to remember your time in paradise together offers another romantic thing to do in Upolu, especially in Apia.

Discover the retail highlights in The Guide to Shopping in Samoa + The Best Places to Shop.

Location: All over Apia! Check out the link above for shopping recommendations and their locations.

More Romantic Things to Do on Upolu for Couples

Of course, every couple has different tastes and interests so if there’s anything missing from this list of the most romantic things to do on Upolu for couples, it will probably be in the following articles:

Finally, don’t miss a thing when it comes to planning the perfect getaway by checking out The Wedding, Honeymoon & Romantic Getaway Guide to Samoa.

Sources:

The information in this guide has been compiled from our extensive research, travel and experiences across Samoa and the South Pacific, accumulated over more than a decade of numerous visits to each destination. Additional sources for this guide include the following:

Samoa Tourism Authority (General travel advice - Updated [2025])
Samoa Tourism Authority Corporate (Tourism news - Updated [2025])
Samoa Hotels Association (Tourism trade association - Updated [2025])
Aleipata Tourism Alliance (Regional tourism association)
SPTO (Pacific tourism advice - Updated [2025])
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (Visa and immigration advice - Updated [2025])
Ministry of Customs & Revenue (Border restrictions advice - Updated [2025])
Ministry of Agriculture & Fisheries (Biosecurity advice - Updated [2025])
Samoa Meteorological Division (Weather forecast and warnings - Updated [2025])
Samoa Bureau of Statistics (Statistics and travel data - Updated [2025])
Land Transport Authority (Tourist driver’s license info - Updated [2025])
Safe Travel (New Zealand travel advisory for Samoa - Updated [2025])
Smart Traveller (Australia travel advisory for Samoa - Updated [2025])
Travel.State.Gov (U.S. travel advisory for Samoa - Updated [2025])

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About The Author

Laura (Lora) S.

This article was reviewed and published by Laura, editor-in-chief and co-founder of Samoa Pocket Guide. Since arriving solo in the South Pacific over 10 years ago with nothing but a backpack and a background in journalism, her mission has been to show the world how easy (and awesome) it is to explore a paradise such as Samoa. She knows the islands inside out and loves sharing tips on how best to experience Upolu and Savai’i’s must-dos and hidden gems. Laura is also the editor of several other South Pacific travel guides.

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