Vailulu'u, Seamount in the United States of America
Vailulu'u is an active submarine volcano situated in the Pacific Ocean.
The seamount has been forming through volcanic activity for tens of thousands of years.
Vailulu'u carries significant importance to Samoan culture and folklore.
Researchers use submersibles to explore Vailulu'u's underwater environment.
Inside Vailulu'u lies a hydrothermal field with active volcanic cones known as Nafanua.
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Location
Exclusive economic zone of the United States
Elevation above the sea
-592 m
Part of
Samoan Islands
GPS coordinates
-14.21500,-169.05833
Latest update
August 31, 2026 15:04
