Silisili, Highest peak and shield volcano on Savai'i, Samoa

Silisili is a dormant volcano on Savai'i island in Samoa, reaching a height of 1,858 meters (6,096 feet). The mountain sits at the center of a volcanic chain that extends across the island.

Silisili is the summit of Savai'i, the largest shield volcano island in the South Pacific, built up by lava flows over the island's volcanic history. The sources record no dated eruptions for the mountain, so its growth is described through its shield-volcano structure rather than a single event.

The name Silisili comes from the Samoan language, meaning 'the highest', reflecting its status as Samoa's tallest peak. Local people regard the mountain as an important landmark in their landscape and stories.

Reaching the summit requires a guided two-day hike through Savai'i's mountainous terrain. Local tour operators organize these expeditions and help with all necessary arrangements.

The mountain ranks among the world's most isolated peaks and forms part of a massive shield volcano system in the South Pacific. This geological structure makes it important for those studying volcanic formations.