Samoa health & safety

However, it is still recommend that you apply the same common sense approach to your health and safety as you would at home, by not leaving valuables unattended, and investing in both travel insurance and a basic travel first aid kit.

Samoa vaccinations

Vaccinations are not required to enter Samoa unless you are arriving from, or transiting through, an area infected with yellow fever within six days.

The water in Samoa is generally safe to drink, although travellers are recommended to purchase bottled water, which is widely available. Ice used at most eating spots, nightclubs and bars is generally prepared from treated water, and is therefore usually safe to drink - but if in doubt, ask your waiter first.

There is no risk of catching malaria in Samoa, but there are occasional outbreaks of dengue fever. Dengue fever is transmitted by a daytime-biting mosquito, and travellers are recommended to apply a tropical strength insect repellent to avoid the risk of transmission, and to make your time here more comfortable.

Samoa travel insurance

Don't leave home without it! Accidents happen - and they can happen in the strangest places at the strangest times, like on the beach in Savaii or hiking up a cliff to catch a view over Upolu. Travel insurance can cover you for all sorts of mishaps during your travel, and even before you leave. Did you know up to 25% of all insurance claims are due to cancellation of travel? Check out our travel insurance policies and grab an online quote today.


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We’ve tried to make this destination guide as accurate as possible but please double check the essentials like visas, health and safety, airport information etc with the relevant authorities before you travel. STA Travel takes no responsibility for loss, injury or inconvenience as a result of this guide.  All prices listed are in the currency of the destination, unless otherwise stated.