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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“There were some activities available before the meal, but quite a few of them required tips or extra costs. Though our package included a gift card for purchases, many of the activities / vendors did not accept the gift cards. The food was good. There were rRead more”
Toa Luau at Waimea Valley packs lei greeting, garden walks, a traditional feast, kava, and Polynesian dancing ending with fire knife.
“This was an amazing experience. All the staff were warm and friendly offering a top tier experience. The food was great even giving us seconds if wanted. The show was fantastic! Highlighting the different peoples of Polynesia.”
Chief’s Luau at Wet’n’Wild Oahu blends Chief Sielu’s fire-knife show, interactive Polynesian activities, and a traditional feast.
“Fun, intimate, authentic! Beautiful setting! Great food! Super entertaining! Best luau we’ve been to! We were all so glad we went!”
Mauka Warriors Luau in Oahu brings an outdoor feast and hands-on culture workshops with fire-knife and Battle of Kipapa storytelling.
“Fabulous luau and experience. Worth the upgrade to the highest level to sit up front. Get there early to enjoy all the activities. Food was great, drinks were good. The show was amazing.”
Waikiki luau buffet plus Rock-A-Hula show at Royal Hawaiian Center. Big food spread, lively stage show, and upgrade options.
“Customer Service was good. However, there was a lot of waiting to transition to the next thing. The dancers were very mediocre and low energy. The MJ impersonator was the best performer however his set was very small.”
Oceanfront Ka Moana Lūʻau at Aloha Tower: buffet dinner, hula and lei making, and a high-energy fire-knife show in 3 hours.
“Very nice luau! Excellent food and excellent show plus activities for kids to do before the show, we had a great time”
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.
“We enjoyed this so much more than we expected! From the activities before the dinner to the dancers - we were entertained from the moment we checked in! We upgraded and had a front row seat, would recommend!”
Germaine’s Luau in Kapolei: beachfront Polynesian show, luau dinner and drink ticket, leis, plus optional Waikiki pickup for $128.
“I loved how that showcased the dancing and customs of the various cultures. Setting was perfect, with swaying palm trees and ocean view. Fun night.”
Paina Waikiki Luau at Waikiki Beach Marriott brings lei-making, stories, and a fire knife dance in about 3 hours.
“When you call on the phone and book with an agent with viator. Spell out that you’re on the island of Maui and would like to do the waleleia. Luau. And agent takes your 215.00 payment but books the honalooo one on Oahu. After spelling out Maui horrific the Marriott on Maui called from front…”
Aloha Kai Luau at Sea Life Park on Oahu: lei greeting, cultural activities, buffet dinner, and a Polynesian show in about 3 hours.
“A beautiful place with many wonderful and talented performers. Informative and fun. Food was amazing. Definitely recommend!”
Chief's Luau at Wet 'n' Wild Hawaii: lei greeting, buffet dinner, chief-led dances and fire finale, plus round-trip Honolulu transfers.
“Truly amazing experience! I was taken back by how beautiful the culture was explained and expressed through their dances and performances.”
Queens Waikiki Luau in International Market Place pairs a Hawaiian buffet with Polynesian dance, a fire-knife show, and a handy Waikiki location.
“This was a fun and informational part of our vacation. We loved the dancers, their energy and the history they presented, ascwell as the humorous dialogue of the program. The food was excellent, too!”
Waikiki Starlight Luau on Hilton’s Great Lawn brings Polynesian dance, fire-knife drama, and a kalua pig feast with seating options.
“Not worth it. Check in staff were rude. Wait staff was great though. We couldn't see very well. Would be better if they could turn out all the bright yard lights and stop people from standing up to make videos. It was ridiculous”
Queens Waikiki Luau at International Market Place: hula lesson, Hawaiian buffet with shoyu chicken, and a fire knife show for 150 min.
“Delicious food. Great entertainment. Walking distance from Waikiki beach.”
Pa'ina Luau Waikiki at Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort: lei greeting, hula and fire-knife finale, plus optional prime rib buffet and VIP cocktails.
“The whole experience from start to finish was excellent. We received a hand drawn Hawaiian tattoo, lei’s for around the neck and wrist, amazing food, great service and the entertainment was wonderful! I highly recommend this luau!”
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