• Samoan youth in traditional clothing.

    National Park of American Samoa

    American Samoa

Home Stay Hosts

 
Homestay programs

A Samoan family is a host for visitors staying at their residence in the Homestay program.

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Each host has set the fee for accommodations and cultural activities for your Home Stay visit. The cost per accommodation varies with the type of accommodation, activities, and the village you will be staying in. Do not expect it, but don't be surprised if the family gives you a gift while you are at their home as a gesture of Samoan hospitality and generosity towards visitors. It is customary to accept the gift. You too may want to participate in this age-old Samoan tradition of gift giving. Consider giving a personal belonging or unopened store-bought food.

Did You Know?

Diverse species of lobe corals in crystal clear Pacific waters

Coral reefs in American Samoa and Guam (with more than 200 coral species and 890 species of fish) have the greatest coral biodiversity of any United States park.