Nuʻutele

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Nuʻutele

Nuʻutele is an island in Samoa formed by a volcanic tuff ring. It lies about 1.3 km off the eastern end of Upolu island in the central South Pacific. It is the largest of the four Aleipata Islands, with an area of about 1.15 km2 (0.44 sq mi). Together with the nearby Nuʻulua, Nuʻutele is an important conservation area for native birds. The island has steep terrain with vertical sea cliffs up to 180 m high. Nuʻutele is a well-known scenic landmark when seen from Lalomanu beach on Upolu. Coordinates: 14°03′47″S 171°25′23″W (approx. 14.063°S, 171.423°W).