All Reviews for Luau, Shows & Entertainment

The weather was nice and the cruise was great, but the transportation information was insufficient. Even though I arrived before the meeting time, I couldn't get on the bus and had to use a taxi at my own expense.

天候もよくクルーズはよかったのですが送迎の案内が不十分で集合時間前に行ったにもかかわらずバスに乗れず実費でタクシーを利用した

I have previously watched fireworks from the shore, but the view of the fireworks from the sea on the Makani was amazing. The captain and staff were friendly, and we had a great time. I was surprised by the speed of our return after the fireworks ended.

以前岸側から花火を眺めたことがありますが、船上で海側からの花火の眺めは最高でした。案内してくれた、マカニ号のキャプテン、スタッフもフレンドリーで楽しい時間を過ごしました。　花火が終わってからの帰りのスピードにはびっくりしました。

I gave a present to my mother as a way to show my appreciation. Although it took some time to get there, I was able to enjoy the show right in front of me. Since photography and video recording are not allowed during the show, let's make sure to remember it vividly.

母に親孝行でプレゼントしました。
移動時間はかかるもののショーは目の前で楽しめました。
ショー自体は写真や動画の撮影ができないので目に焼き付けましょう。

The catamaran, which is neither a sightseeing boat nor a yacht, was the best tour where we could enjoy the sea breeze while drinking Mai Tais and champagne, chatting, and dancing together. I saw comments saying they would repeat this, and I recommend it as well. The sunset, the night view of Waikiki, and Diamond Head were all visible from the sea, making the scenery absolutely stunning. The crew was also lively and made sure we had a great time.

遊覧船でもなく、ヨットでもないカタマラン号は、直接海風を感じながら、マイタイやシャンパンを飲んでしゃべって、踊って？皆で楽しく過ごせる、最高のツアーでした。コメントにリピするとあったのですが、私もリコメンドします。夕陽も、ワイキキの夜景、ダイアモンドヘッドも海から望め、景色も最高でした。クルーの方もノリが良く、楽しませてくれました。

It was my first time participating, but I had a wonderful time thanks to the friendly atmosphere created by the crew. Since it was Friday night, watching the fireworks while drinking champagne was incredibly exciting. I definitely recommend the Friday night cruise.

はじめての参加でしたが、クルーの皆さんのアットホームな雰囲気にたいへん楽しい時間を過ごさせていただきました。金曜日の夜でしたので、シャンパンを飲みながらの花火もすごくエキサイティングでした。金曜日の夜のクルーズは絶対にオススメです。

At first, I was a bit nervous because there were few Japanese people, but once I got drunk with the free drinks, it didn't matter that we couldn't communicate!

日本人が少なく始めは
びびってまたが、フリードリンクで酔っ払ったら、言葉が通じなくても関係ありません！

Great boat. Fantastic, funny, best crew. Cold beers. And beautiful sunset. Highly recommend!

Very fun, we had a great time. Definitely the best way to enjoy a true Hawaiian sunset.

The departure location was also close to the hotel where I stayed. Although it was the arrival day, the meeting time was just right. I usually watch fireworks from the beach, but seeing them from the sea was powerful and moving. Even though I was traveling alone, I made friends with a pair of women at the meeting place and was able to have a great time.

出発場所も滞在ホテルから近く
到着日でしたが集合時間もちょうど良い時間でした。
花火はいつもビーチから見ていますが、海から見る花火は迫力あって感動しました。
ひとりたびでしたが、集合場所からふたり組の女性と仲良くなり、楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。

I had a great and refreshing experience last time, so I decided to repeat it. Unfortunately, I couldn't see the wonderful sunset like I did before, but it's still recommended as a great way to wrap up your trip.

前回たいへん楽しく、爽快だったのでリピートしました。残念ながら前回のような素晴らしい夕陽は拝めなかったのですが、旅の締めくくりには時間的にもお勧めです。

This is my second time participating.
There was no guidance in Japanese, and more than half of the passengers were non-Japanese, but that international vibe is GREAT! While feeling a bit tipsy with Mai Tais and sparkling wine, I chatted with the foreigner next to me, saw a pod of about 20 dolphins jumping up close, and witnessed a very beautiful sunset—all for a great price!!
By the way, wearing rain gear or a jacket for warmth is essential!

今回で2回目の参加。
日本語の案内もなく、乗客は半分以上日本人以外ですが、その海外感がＧＯＯＤ！マイタイやスパークリングワインでほろ酔い気分の中、隣の外国人とも会話して、20頭くらいのイルカ群れのジャンプも間近で見て、とっても美しいサンセットも見て、このお値段は安い！！
ちなみにレインウエアやパーカーなどの防寒着は必須ですよ～

Well worth the money. Delicious food, a huge variety of drinks and very entertaining show.

I didn't have high expectations for the meal, so I enjoyed it to some extent.
The show moved me to tears with the students' dedication!
Our guide (Maki-chan) shared a lot of knowledge with us, and despite many people sleeping on the bus, she kept the energy high and led us through the experience. I was very impressed and learned a lot! Thank you ❤

お食事は期待していなかったので、それなりに楽しめました。
ショーは学生たちの一生懸命さに感動して涙が出そうでした❗
ガイドさん(まきちゃん)の、学生そしてバイトにも関わらず、
いろんな知識を私たちに伝えてくれて、バスのなか寝ている人たちが沢山いるのに、
ハイテンションのまま、進行してくれてとても感激しました、そして勉強になりました❗
ありがとう❤

I've always wanted to ride on a catamaran that I see at the beach. This time, my wife and I, along with another couple, boarded the boat. There were few Japanese guests, mostly foreigners, with about 50 people on board in total.

Under the cheerful captain's signal, we departed from the beach in front of the Sheraton. Drinks were served right away as we headed out to sea. The drinks were all-you-can-drink, with Mai Tai being the main offering, dispensed from a tap similar to a draft beer server. There were also options for beer, champagne, and non-alcoholic beverages.

We sailed around the back of Diamond Head and returned. By the time we came back, we were able to enjoy the night view of Waikiki during sunset, which felt like quite a bargain. I highly recommend it.

*Note: You won't be able to use the restroom for about 1 hour and 30 minutes during the cruise, so be careful not to drink too much.*

前々からビーチで見るたびに一度乗ってみたいと思っていたカタマラン。
今回、我々夫婦と友人夫婦4人で乗船しました。
日本人客は少なく、ほとんど外国の方でした。総勢50名位が乗船。
陽気な船長の出向の合図のもと、シェラトン前のビーチを出発。
すぐに飲み物が配られ、沖へ向かいます。
飲み物は飲み放題。船名となっているマイタイが主で、生ビールのサーバーのような注ぎ口からマイタイが出てきます。ビール、シャンパン、ノンアルコールなどもあります。
ダイヤモンドヘッドの裏手まで航行して戻ってきます。
サンセットと戻る頃にはワイキキの夜景まで見る事ができてかなりのお得感。
お薦めします。
※航行中約1時間30分トイレに行けないので飲みすぎは禁物です。

In December, it was a bit chilly, but I was able to slowly enjoy the sunset sinking on the horizon! Also, I was surprised that the captain spoke Japanese so well! I was a bit anxious since there were few Japanese participants, but thanks to that, I was able to have fun! Luckily, I encountered whales and dolphins! It was a wonderful cruising experience.

12月の参加で少し肌寒くもありましたが、水平線に沈むサンセットをゆっくり見ることができました！また、船長さんも日本語が上手でびっくり！
日本人の参加者も少なく不安でありましたが、おかげさまで楽しむことができました！運良くクジラや、イルカにも遭遇！
素敵なクルージングでした。

We participated with a friend to relieve the fatigue from the Honolulu Marathon. We had a great time taking videos and photos, and interacting with others who participated in the marathon. The ship was luxuriously designed for its size (it’s not that big, so it can sway easily). The night view of Honolulu from the sea was beautiful.

I had low expectations for the food and was prepared for the possibility of seasickness, which is why I thought, "It was as I expected." I believe it's important to read various experiences carefully and think about them, which I will elaborate on later.

Above all, newlyweds should be particularly cautious, as seasickness and the night view can be greatly affected by the weather. The day we boarded was cloudy, and the ship swayed more than I anticipated (it was unsteady enough to make walking difficult). We enjoyed ourselves without getting seasick, but I saw newlyweds who were both feeling unwell, and one was down while the other was supporting them. Depending on the weather, it could turn into a terrible tour, and it was sad to see.

Regarding the food, it was "quite disappointing." I can't say it was delicious. The cake was "just sweet" (buffet style). We chose the second-highest lobster course, but it felt more like "Instagram-worthy." I think it would be wiser to have a slightly fancy dinner at a hotel for the price we paid. I recommend going without expecting much from the food. We were satisfied to eat lobster, which we rarely have the chance to enjoy, but... expectations should be kept low.

Upon boarding, a welcome drink was provided, but the deep blue cocktail had a very disappointing taste. I regretted not choosing the pink juice.

The dress code was relatively casual. We went in dresses suitable for going out, enjoying a bit of style, but a cardigan is essential (in December). It gets a bit chilly with the night breeze.

The number of participants was quite large, possibly due to the timing of the Honolulu Marathon, which was a bit disappointing as it didn’t create a relaxed atmosphere.

私達はホノルルマラソンの疲れを癒すために友達と2人で参加しました 私達は動画や写真を撮影したり、ホノルルマラソンに同じように参加した人との交流など楽しい時間となりました。船の中は大きさの割に豪華な作りになっていました（そこまで大きな船ではありません。つまり、揺れやすいです。）
海から見るホノルルの夜景も綺麗でした
「思っていた通りだった」というのは、食事を期待しなかったことと、船酔いしてしまう可能性を覚悟していたからでした。後ほど詳しく書きますが様々な体験談をしっかり読んで考えるべきだと思います。

なによりも、新婚旅行の人は特に注意が必要です船酔いも夜景も天気に大きく左右されるからです。私達が乗船した日は曇りで思った以上に船が揺れました。（歩くのはフラフラするくらい）私達は酔わずに楽しめましたが、新婚旅行で来られていた方々が2人ともダウンしていたり、片方がダウンして寄り添っていたりと天気次第では最悪なツアーになる可能性があります。見ていても可哀想な状態でした

また、食事に関しては「かなりイマイチ」です。美味しいとは言えません。特にケーキは「甘いだけ」でした。（バイキング）私たちは上から2番目のロブスターのコースにしたのですが、「写真映えする」と言った感じですこの金額を払うのならば、ホテルで少し豪華なディナーを食べる方が賢いと私は思います。
行く方は食事は期待しないで行くことをお勧めします。私達は滅多に食べる機会のないロブスターを食べられて満足でしたが、、、期待はしてはいけません。
乗船するとウェルカムドリンクが用意されていますが、濃いブルーのカクテルはとてもイマイチな味ですピンクのジュースを選べば良かったと後悔しました。

服装は割と自由でした。私達はお出かけ用のワンピースでオシャレを少し楽しむ感覚で行きました羽織るカーディガンなどは欠かせません。（12月）夜風を浴びるので少し寒いです。

参加人数はホノルルマラソンの時期だったからかとても多く、ゆったりとした雰囲気ではなかったのは少し残念でした。

It was an atmospheric and powerful show! My parents were so moved that they took photos even though it was prohibited and got scolded! Haha. I've decided that I will definitely go when I visit Hawaii!

雰囲気、迫力あるショーでした！
両親感動して禁止されてる写真を撮ってしまい注意されました！笑
ハワイに行くときは必ず行くことにしました！

I participated in a sunset sailing for the first time. The meeting place was conveniently located in front of a hotel on Waikiki Beach, and I was really looking forward to it since it was my first time on a yacht. Unlike a cruise on a large ship, I think the thrill of being on a yacht and the closeness to the crew and other passengers is a big attraction. The crew was friendly, and there were many drink options, which was great. However, the strong rocking of the boat and the cold as the sun set meant that I couldn't get a refill of cold drinks, even with the all-you-can-drink option. I think it can be enjoyable, but it gets quite cold, so warm clothing is essential.

初めて、サンセットセーリングに参加しました。
集合場所もワイキキビーチのホテル前で便利でしたし、ヨットは初めてでしたので、とても楽しみにしていました。
大型船でのクルーズと違って、ヨットならではのスリルとクルーやほかの乗客の方との距離の近さが魅力だと思います。
クルーもフレンドリーで、飲み物の種類も多くてよかったです。
でも、かなりの迫力の揺れと、日が暮れての寒さで、飲み放題でも冷たい飲み物のおかわりはできませんでした。
それなりに、楽しめると思いますが、かなり寒いので防寒は必須です。

I was worried about finding the check-in location, but I quickly figured it out, which was a relief. Among the crew and passengers, we were the only Japanese, but that actually made me feel more like a traveler and lifted my spirits.

For the first drink, almost everyone had a sweet cocktail, but after quickly finishing that, we enjoyed unlimited champagne from the second drink (not sure if it was Champagne). Other passengers talked to us, but let's do our best with gestures here.

We toasted while watching Waikiki illuminated by the sunset, toasted again while enjoying the sunset, toasted to the night view of Waikiki, and finally toasted to the supermoon. It was the best cruise that provided various scenes.

Note 1: You will get wet up to your knees when boarding.
Note 2: Warm clothing is essential.

受付場所が分かるか不安でしたが、直ぐに分かり一安心。
受付のスタッフからクルー、そして乗客を含め日本人は我々のみでしたが、逆に旅行に来てる感があって気持ちも上がりました。
スタートの１杯目はほぼ全員、甘めのカクテルですが、さっと飲みほして２杯目からはシャンパン飲み放題(シャンパーニュかは未確認)
他の乗客から話しかけられましたが、ここは身振り手振りで頑張りましょう
夕日に照らされたワイキキ見ながら乾杯、サンセットを見ながらまた乾杯、ワイキキの夜景に乾杯、最後はスーパームーンに乾杯と色々なシーンを提供してくれる最高のクルーズでした。
注意１　乗船時に膝まで濡れます
注意２　防寒対策必至

The smith family runs a professional operation. Everything was well-timed. Tram through the gardens to the imu presentation was nice. Ability to walk through the gardens was nice as much as you want is nice. Imu (unearthing the cooked pig) was interesting. Food at dinner was good, though open air dining room was not was I would have expected. Show was in an amphitheater nearby and again not what I expected, but visibility was good for all. The show was very well done, the right length and I appreciated the educational sharing of different types of dance to immigrants from different countries. Very enjoyable.

Our Captain Ryan and bartender Phillippe were great. Nice way to see the fireworks. We weren't interested in drinking, but the bar was open.

Food, service, entertainment, timing, and organization were all outstanding!! Loved our first luau!

I participated in this tour with my 16-year-old son. The backstage tour allowed us to experience a bit of the behind-the-scenes world and the view from the stage to the audience, which was a very luxurious time. The show featuring Elvis and Michael was incredibly impressive, and my son enjoyed it even though he didn't know the songs. Especially, the fire dance was intense, and being in the front row added to the excitement.

The meals were generous and delicious; the American couple sitting next to us also mentioned how good the meat was. (Personally, I really enjoyed the conversation in English with that couple.) While you can enjoy just watching the show, this tour allowed us to have a total experience.

息子（16歳）との二人旅で今回のツアーに参加しました。バックステージツアーで舞台裏、ステージ上からの観客席展望と演出者達の世界を少し体験でき、またショーも最前列で鑑賞と大変贅沢な時間となります。
ショーもエルビス、マイケルと非常に見ごたえがあり、息子も曲が分からなくてもノリノリで楽しんでいました。特に、ファイヤーダンスは最前列ならではの熱気も感じ緊張感がハンパありません。
食事もボリュームがあり全て美味しかったです、隣に座ったアメリカ人夫婦もお肉が美味しいと言ってました。（個人的には、その夫婦との英語での会話も非常に楽しかったです）
ショーを観るだけでも楽しめますが、このツアーでトータル的に楽しむ事ができました。

Best service, show and this young woman was my server the first time I went n I was so surprised when I show her the picture that I took the first time that she remember me and my OHANA . my experience overall was fantastic and that's why I decided to do it again...MAHALO for this beautiful and wonderful experience...

We departed early in the morning by bus. Along the way, we were taken to a strange coral shop, but after a long journey, we finally arrived at Bunka Center. I didn't have high expectations for lunch and dinner, so it was about what I expected. The night show was wonderful. After it ended, we quickly boarded the bus and set off. Even so, we arrived after 10 PM. If you don't plan for a late start the next day, this tour can be quite tough. It was fun, but definitely a very hard tour.

朝早くからバスで出発。途中へんなサンゴ屋に連れていかれたが、
長い道中なんとか文花センターに到着。
昼食、夕食は期待していなかったのでそんなものでしょう。
夜のショーは素晴らしかった。終わったら速攻でバスに乗り込み
出発。それでも到着時間は１０時過ぎ。次の日は遅い時間の予定を
企画していないとかなり厳しいツアーです。楽しかったけどすごく
ハードなツアーです。

I feel like overall this was a good experience. The original booking was cancelled due to weather, but they were great about rescheduling (or cancelling altogether if we wanted) since it was weather. We went with another couple and were glad that we did. However, we did this more as a surprise and didn't have as much info as we should have (like someone not being great on boats). Despite that it was a fun experience. Like many things, it is what you make of it. The food was fine and the drinks were apparently good (I can only speak for the ones I tried but I enjoyed them). Once you get out on the water you kind of have to make your own activities since you are on a boat and that's the whole point of the experience.

If you want to have an enjoyable time on a boat, its a great experience, but if you come hoping to be entertained or something then you will be disappointed. For the price its not terrible (with the rebate). Going with a positive mindset makes for a good time. Good company also helps.

A friend and I both took our ladies on a surprise sunset cruise with Makani Catamaran and it was fantastic. It was definitely one of those experiences that was so much fun time flew right by.

The great thing about this catamaran cruise is that you launch out of Kewalo Basin on a slip, not off of a beach like some Waikiki cruises. This means that if you want you can really dress however you like- shoes, jeans, dresses.

Once you get on the boat, you're introduced to the crew and they go through the obligatory house-keeping topics: Crew introductions, location of bathrooms, safety items, where you can go on the boat, etc. Then they go over how food and drinks work.

Food for us was a buffet of five items: Veggie/tofu wraps, rice, potatoes, shoyu(soy sauce) and ginger chicken- which was the best in my opinion, and beef stir fry. Each item had one tray's worth of food, which was easily enough to satisfy everyone on board, although I don't believe there were any left overs. I've read reviews stating the food was a little nicer than Panda's Express, and that seems like a very fair statement.

The cruise came with one free drink. On the boat non-alcoholic drinks are $2 and alcoholic drinks are $6, and the more alcoholic ones like Long Island Iced Teas are $8. You can buy a commemorative cup for $8 which holds about twice as much as the disposable cups you would get otherwise. Our bartender made good recommendations based on what flavors I told him we were looking for.

The best part is just being out at sea with the people you're with. Aside from the crew instructions at the beginning, it's very hands-off. You just wander around the ship enjoying your company and great views. Although it can get a little windy, it's quiet enough that you can converse at a normal volume easily. If you get cold you can spend a few minutes on the inside of the boat to warm up a bit.

If this is within your budget, I highly recommend it. It's simple, clean, and fun.

The Capt and crew made the experience so much fun! The water, the weather, the skyline- the drinks! Highly recommended the specialty of the boat. Again - can’t say enough about the crew - very personable and engaging!

I went sailing around Waikiki on the yacht Makani! I had been on several dinner cruises with the Star of Honolulu, but since it's a large ship, I didn't really feel like I was on the ocean. However, the Makani is much closer to the water, which gives you a real sense of being at sea. Once we got out a bit, it became a quiet and comfortable sailing experience.

Additionally, I had a surprise encounter with a whale! It was just a fleeting moment, so I couldn't capture it on camera, but it was truly moving to see it in such a setting. I definitely want to board again next time.

ヨットのマカニ号でワイキキ周辺をセーリングしました!
スターオブホノルルで何回かディナークルーズをしましたが、大型船なのでイマイチ海にいる気がしませんでしたが、マカニ号は海面とも近く、海にいる実感が湧きます。ある程度海に出た時点でヨット走行になるので静かで快適です。
さらにサプライズが、なんとクジラと遭遇しました。一瞬だったので、カメラに抑えられませんでしたが、こんな所でもっと感動しました。
また次回も乗船したいと思います。

The green room experience is a must do experience, especially for those that enjoy theater shows! The family all loved it and the opportunity to meet the stars of the show, talk with them and take pictures while sipping champagne and eating hors d’oeuvres was fun and insightful. Elvis was especially friendly and personable! The food was very good, especially the tender steak and creamy mashed potatoes. The Polynesian dancers were exciting to watch and the sword and fire welding dancer was amazing! A good mix of the Hawaiian culture with the feel of a rock concert that the whole family can appreciate and enjoy! We would definitely recommend it if you have not been before!