OAHU
Oahu’s best days out.
The 15 most popular dining experiences, with prices, run times and the boat or operator behind each one. The trips worth a morning on the water or a day around the island, and what each one actually gets you.
Enjoy a Honolulu sunset dinner cruise with a Champagne-style toast, 5-course meal, and live Hawaiian culture show with great Diamond Head views.
Most Popular“The boat was lovely, the food was wonderful and the entertainment was outstanding! We loved every minute of it. The wait staff was particularly attentive and friendly making this a truly memorable evening.”
Ka Moana Luau at Aloha Tower pairs a farm-to-table buffet with hands-on Polynesian activities and an award-winning show by the sea.
“I didn’t think I would enjoy this luau as much as I did! The people were great! The show was amazing and the food was good. I’m glad we upgraded to the celebrity level. It was worth it! This was so much fun and in my opinion, a must do experience in Hawaii!!!”
Honolulu sunset dinner cruise with fresh-cooked onboard meal, tiki bar BYOB, and big views of Waikiki, Diamond Head, and city lights.
“We waited over an hour and nobody showed up. $300 to waste. Another company said this lace is shutting down and going out of business. Dont book this place !”
Honolulu Pacific Star sunset dinner cruise with a Pacific Rim buffet, a signature mai tai, and live onboard entertainment with big sunset views.
“The staff was friendly. The food was delicious. The only difficulty was seeing the show from my seat.”
Queens Waikiki Luau in International Market Place pairs a Hawaiian buffet with Polynesian dance, a fire-knife show, and a handy Waikiki location.
“It was awesome we felt like we were in paradise also the food was great and enjoyed the Hawaiian culture.”
Sunset dinner cruise in Waikiki with a 3-course meal and Friday fireworks viewed from the upper deck. BYOB encouraged.
“Don't pay extra for special seating, it is general, first come first serve, so paying the extra is a waste.”
Nova Five Star Sunset Dinner and Jazz in Honolulu: private table, lobster and prime tenderloin, smooth jazz, and Friday fireworks.
“It was raining very hard prior to cruise. Weather wasn't safe to leave doc. Unfortunately not a sunset tour due to bad weather.. Food was okay. Ship is a little dated. Live band was the highlight. Drinks were delicious. Overall not worth the price.”
Germaine's Traditional Luau on Oahu: fire-knife dance, imu roasted pig, and an all-you-can-eat Hawaiian buffet, with optional Waikiki pickup.
“We loved it! The performers were incredible and the staff was friendly and awesome! Couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Absolutely worth it!”
Nā Lei Aloha Lūʻau in Waikīkī: rooftop hula and music, lei greeting, cocktails or dinner buffet, and support for a Native Hawaiian nonprofit.
“The food selection & quality/taste was fabulous❣️. The show & performer’s was superb! One thing that might warrant a bit of improvement is the stage & background. Seemed a little small & backdrop didn’t cover background as much as I would like for pics. The pic they took for us upon entry with our own…”
Friday night catamaran from Waikiki with Diamond Head sunset, two drinks, local bento, and fireworks over the water in about 2 hours.
“Great evening fireworks cruise. Not a sunset cruise. Awesome boat captain and staff. A great trip overall!”
Private sunset horseback ride at Gunstock Ranch in Kahuku, Oahu, ending with a locally catered dinner by the campfire.
“The whole ride was great. The food was excellent. Trinity was a great guide can’t say enough good about her.”
Honolulu sunset cruise with a 5-course lobster and steak dinner, live Hawaiian and jazz music, and the big-cast Moku Ola show.
“I enjoyed it, our server seemed a bit scatter brained and the tables were definitely set up in a way that was not ideal for where we were sitting. But the upper deck of the boat was really nice and seeing the sky and the coast from the boat as the sun went down was…”
Chief’s Luau Dinner Show on Oahu with lei greeting, Polynesian buffet, hands-on activities, and Chief Sielu’s live Journey plus 8-man fire-knife dance.
“Host was funny, educational, yet caring. Offered plenty of interactive activities So we can experience the Hawaiian hospitality It was definitely a memorable experience!”
Private sunset dinner on Oahu with off-road driving, farm-side campfire vibes, and a guide sharing local history and filming stops.
“Everything about this outing was totally AWESOME. Hannah is GREAT and knowledgeable about the areas she took us too. The dinner was EXCELLENT!!! Very impressed with how everything was ready and set up for us. The birthday girl was in awe of everything!!!!! I would definitely do another tour/outing here. Both girls had their first…”
2-hour Friday fireworks dinner sail from Hilton Hawaiian Village with Diamond Head views, dinner options, and bar drinks at sea.
“We truly enjoyed the cruise. Captain Nick and his crew, Paila and Nick, provided excellent service. The food was average at best. Don’t choose this cruise for the dining experience. It’s a very casual atmosphere and you may even expedience some turbulence that leaves you soaked, depending on the conditions. But overall it was a…”
From Pearl Harbor to the North Shore, the reef off Waikiki to the valleys of the windward coast. Every way to spend a day on the island.
