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National Park of American SamoaPola Islands, Tutuila
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National Park of American Samoa
The Ofu, Olosega Unit
 
Beach scene at Olosega.
An NPS Photo by Gary Barbano.
The white coral beaches at Olosega and Ofu extend for miles.
 
The islands of Ofu and Olosega, sixty miles east of Tutuila and accessed by the airport at Ofu, have scenic beaches with spectacular Sunu’itao Peak and Piumafua Mountain backdrops. These islands have good examples of coral reefs in this part of the Pacific, and the best snorkeling waters in the Territory.
Pola Islands, Tutuila
Tutuila unit.
The Tutuila unit is accessible by car from Pago Pago.
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 Sea cliffs of Lata Mountain on Ta'u
Ta'u Unit
Ta'u is accessible by air from Pago Pago.
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 Scuba diver at Ofu Lagoon
Things To Do
Snorkeling or diving is a popular activity
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Collared kingfisher closeup  

Did You Know?
The local kingfisher of Samoa, the collared kingfisher, very seldom preys on fishes. Insects are its principal food and it can often be seen perched in a tree or on a tlelphone wire scanning the ground for insects.

Last Updated: August 10, 2006 at 14:48 EST