Gateway Town

Maia

Gateway Town

Tiny Taʻū airport hub: one hotel, two shops. Stock up basics here before island travel.

Quick facts

Town Type
Supply Depot
Population
153
Best Known For
Island air gateway
About This Town
Maia is a small village on northeast Taʻū island with 153 residents and a simple economy built around Fitiuta Airport. One hotel, two shops, and a church provide basic services. It's a working settlement first—a transit hub for island access, not a leisure destination.

Town overview

Town Type
Supply Depot
Population
153
Best Known For
Island air gateway
About This Town
Maia is a small village on northeast Taʻū island with 153 residents and a simple economy built around Fitiuta Airport. One hotel, two shops, and a church provide basic services. It's a working settlement first—a transit hub for island access, not a leisure destination.
What Makes It Special
Fitiuta Airport serves as the island's primary air gateway for Taʻū.

Park access

Distance From Park
44.9 km east
Nearest Airport
Fitiuta Airport (in town)

Where to stay & eat

Hotel Count
1
Lodging Variety
One small hotel

Planning advice

The Vibe
Maia is a practical, working settlement focused on island air service, not a leisure destination. Minimal tourist amenities but essential infrastructure for reaching park sites across Taʻū.

More details

Nearby Facilities
One hotel, two shops, and a church. No documented gas station or specialized services.

Location

Ofu

Small twin-island village 19.6 km east. Limited services, no chain hotels. Pure Samoa.

ʻAuʻasi

Locals only—minimal beds and services. 78.2 km from park; base elsewhere.

Sources

  • YourNPGuide Editorial

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Last updated July 2026. Report an issue.