Just wanted to clarify something about the anchoring out situation. I was in a meeting with two representatives from the American Embassy in Apia, The CEO of the Port of Apia and the Port Captain. They assured me and the American Embassy reps, in no uncertain terms. It is Perfectly LEGAL to anchor in the harbor as long as you are not interfering with the port operations. Basically, anchor inside the large yellow bouy near the marina entrance. And the official cost to do so was $110 Tala for a lights and buoy fee and for our 38 foot boat, a $7.60 Tala fee.

The owner of the marina will try to tell you other wise, but ignore him. He is just trying to get you into his marina. You can use the Ports “dinghy access” for access to shore, which is just inside the area where the ports tugs are docked.

The marina repairs have been completed. Pier A is now open for use and power and water have been restored to every berth. Pier B has been completely dismantled and removed.