OAHU
Oahu’s best days out.
The 15 most popular luau & polynesian shows, 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.
Paradise Cove Luau in Oahu: a Mai Tai welcome, sunset beach show, Polynesian dancing, and an included dinner buffet with optional Waikiki transport.
Most Popular“We paid for the Deluxe package for the full Hawaiian experience which was £200pp & there were 3 of us = £600 but unfortunately due to circumstances no fault of our own, we ended up just having dinner & a show! We didn’t mind paying the monRead more”
Toa Luau at Waimea Valley packs lei greeting, garden walks, a traditional feast, kava, and Polynesian dancing ending with fire knife.
“It was recommended by a couple of people that we go to the Tao luau during our two week Hawaii trip. It did not disappoint. Every person there, wanted you to have the best experience and wanted you treated like family. Everyone there, from the time you arrived until you left wanted to engage with…”
Chief’s Luau at Wet’n’Wild Oahu blends Chief Sielu’s fire-knife show, interactive Polynesian activities, and a traditional feast.
“This was an incredible experience from beginning to end. First, the food was really amazing, everything was flavorful and had a big variety. The staff were all so kind and welcoming. The show was second to none! The music was really beautiful and every part of this show was so beautiful. The dancers, both the…”
Mauka Warriors Luau in Oahu brings an outdoor feast and hands-on culture workshops with fire-knife and Battle of Kipapa storytelling.
“We were disappointed to find that there weren't actually classes happening for learning to make Leis like the description lead us to believe. There also weren't warrior games for us to play. The only activity they really had for us was learning to hula which felt a little rushed. It was a beautiful show and…”
Waikiki luau buffet plus Rock-A-Hula show at Royal Hawaiian Center. Big food spread, lively stage show, and upgrade options.
“Delicious buffet and friendly service. Worth every penny. Everyone should not miss this entertainment show/buffet opportunity when coming visit Waikiki Honolulu. Must see.”
Oceanfront Ka Moana Lūʻau at Aloha Tower: buffet dinner, hula and lei making, and a high-energy fire-knife show in 3 hours.
“Good food, amazing entertainment. We were able to do a 12 minute walk from our ship to the venue. Very easy to get to and from without the cost of uber or taxi. Would definitely do again.”
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.
Germaine’s Luau in Kapolei: beachfront Polynesian show, luau dinner and drink ticket, leis, plus optional Waikiki pickup for $128.
“I did not like this luau. The money I paid for a boring show and horrible food was not worth the money we paid. Everything was a matter of fact, nothing genuine about this experience. Never will return again.”
Paina Waikiki Luau at Waikiki Beach Marriott brings lei-making, stories, and a fire knife dance in about 3 hours.
“Amazing performance, especially the fire dancing, the little kid was amazing, this was hands down an amazing experience and I would do it again from the tattoo to drinks to music and dances, if you’re debating just book and enjoy, I did the VIP and would 100% do it again.”
Aloha Kai Luau at Sea Life Park on Oahu: lei greeting, cultural activities, buffet dinner, and a Polynesian show in about 3 hours.
“This was not as it was advertised . The menu was not the same as on web site. The show was also not as advertised”
Chief's Luau at Wet 'n' Wild Hawaii: lei greeting, buffet dinner, chief-led dances and fire finale, plus round-trip Honolulu transfers.
“Great experience. Very friendly, interactive, and showed their passion for the culture. Showed their knowledge and love for the different cultures and represented them all very graciously”
Queens Waikiki Luau in International Market Place pairs a Hawaiian buffet with Polynesian dance, a fire-knife show, and a handy Waikiki location.
“Enjoyed this experience. It was exciting!!!’!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!’”
Waikiki Starlight Luau on Hilton’s Great Lawn brings Polynesian dance, fire-knife drama, and a kalua pig feast with seating options.
“You can watch this for free! All”
Queens Waikiki Luau at International Market Place: hula lesson, Hawaiian buffet with shoyu chicken, and a fire knife show for 150 min.
Pa'ina Luau Waikiki at Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort: lei greeting, hula and fire-knife finale, plus optional prime rib buffet and VIP cocktails.
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