Samoa Swim Series

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Cultural & TraditionalUpolu/Savai'i/Manono
DatesDates TBA · Usually JulyCheck locally before booking
DurationSummerEstimate from available data
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forLiving tradition, ritual symbolsWhat distinguishes the Samoa Swim Series
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: WST
CategoryCultural & TraditionalFestival type
The story

Samoa Swim Series in Upolu/Savai'i/Manono

The Samoa Swim Series is a programme of open-water swim races across Upolu, Savai'i, and Manono, organized by the Apia-based operator Samoa Events. Its offerings include the flagship Samoa Swim Series races, the multi-day Five Islands swim, and the Apolima Strait crossing, tracked through a published Roll of Honour and results archive.

Samoa's islands, Upolu, Savai'i, and the smaller Manono and Apolima, are separated by channels that Samoan navigators have crossed by canoe for centuries, and the Samoa Swim Series turns a version of that geography into an organized open-water sport programme.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

What distinguishes the Samoa Swim Series from a single open-water race is its structure as an interconnected programme spanning several of Samoa's islands and channels: swimmers can take on the core Samoa Swim Series events, the Five Islands swim linking a cluster of smaller islets, or the more demanding Apolima Strait crossing between Upolu and Manono, each with its own results history tracked back to at least 2017 and 2018

02

The mystery stays covered

Organized by Samoa Events, the same operator behind the Samoa International Marathon and a Tour of Samoa cycling event, the series is part of a wider portfolio of endurance sport built specifically around Samoa's island geography rather than adapted from a generic race format

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

The series draws on Samoa's seafaring and ocean-navigation heritage

Water and renewal

Living ritual

translating traditional familiarity with inter-island channel crossings into a modern competitive open-water swimming format

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually July

Getting around

Use the city as a planning base, then confirm the exact venue, route, or meeting point close to the date.

What to wear

Swimwear appropriate for open-water racing, a rash guard or wetsuit as conditions require, and reef-safe sunscreen; modest, lightweight clothing on land for spectators and support crews.

Safety

Keep valuables light, follow local instructions, and watch how residents use the space before joining in.

Where to stay

Stay near the part of the city you will actually use, with a simple return route after the main event.

Tickets/cost

Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.

Language/currency

WST

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map13.83 S, 171.77 WOpen in Google Maps

Upolu/Savai'i/Manono, Oceania, Samoa

Nearest airportAPW — Faleolo
TransportUse the city as a planning base, then confirm the exact venue, route, or meeting point close to the date.
Stay areaStay near the part of the city you will actually use, with a simple return route after the main event.

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How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Upolu/Savai'i/Manono via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Upolu/Savai'i/Manono, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for July.Compare faresFestival gearSwimwear appropriate for open-water racing, a rash guard or wetsuit as conditions require, and reef-safe sunscreen; modest, lightweight clothing on land for spectators and support crews.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for Samoa and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Samoa Swim Series?

Samoa Swim Series is listed for July · Summer. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Samoa Swim Series take place?

The festival is listed in Upolu/Savai'i/Manono, Samoa. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

Summer is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Upolu/Savai'i/Manono, Oceania, Samoa

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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Official URLsamoa.travel
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Listed datesDates TBA · Usually July
Source statusOfficial source linked
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