All Reviews for Luau, Shows & Entertainment

We participated as a couple. We were looking forward to it because we had heard that the show was large-scale and wonderful. After seeing reviews suggesting that it’s better to choose your seats carefully, we opted for the deluxe option to get green seats.

Fortunately, we ended up with a very good seat among the green ones!! It was the second row from the front, near the center! The show was powerful and enjoyable. The food was also delicious.

If you have the time, I recommend not just enjoying the show but also taking your time to enjoy the afternoon. We checked out a smaller show (which was really interesting!) and even tried a bit of hula dancing. After that, we took a canoe back.

Although it was mentioned that the guide wouldn’t speak Japanese, in reality, many of them could speak Japanese, so we were able to get explanations in Japanese.

夫婦で参加しました。ショーが大規模で素晴らしいと聞いていたので、楽しみにしていました。席はこだわった方が良いとのレビューを見て　緑の席にするためデラックスにしました。
ラッキーな事に　緑のなかでもとても良い席！！　真ん中辺りの　前から2番目！
迫力があって　楽しめました。
食事も　味は美味しかったです。
時間があれば、ショーだけでは無くて、昼からゆっくり楽しむ事をお勧めします。
小さいショーを　見てみたり（これが　凄く面白い！）、チョコっとフラダンスみたいなのをしてみたりしました。後は　カヌーに乗って　戻ります。
ガイドも　日本語ではないとありましたが、実際は日本語の出来る方が多いので
ちゃんと　日本語で説明してもらえましたよ。

I was late for the meeting time, but it was okay! I was the only Japanese person. In other tours, even if there was just one Japanese person, they would often reach out (of course in English) and show concern, but this time, there was absolutely no consideration, and I wasn't even asked if I wanted a drink refill. (Maybe they intentionally didn't ask since the other people were quite active.)

The other large group was having a great time at the front of the netting area (a wet spot where you could get splashed). However, it was quite cold, so I didn't have the luxury to join in. The sunset was beautiful, and there were turtles, making it an enjoyable cruise, but since I'm not very strong with alcohol (of course, there are soft drinks available), I felt it was just an ordinary cruise with one can of juice.

Well, it was average. The sunset looked more beautiful from Magic Island, and I can see turtles on other occasions as well. For those who love alcohol and can drink about ten cups, it seems like a great deal. I recommend it for those who understand English to some extent and want to have fun with a group on the boat.

集合時間に遅れましたが、大丈夫！と軽く受け入れてくれました。
日本人は私だけ。
他のツアーでは、日本人１人でも結構声をかけてくれたり、（もちろん英語です）
気にしてくれたり、でしたが、今回は全く何も気遣われず、飲み物のお替りも聞かれない感じ。
（他の人々が積極的だったので、敢えて他の人にも聞いてなかったのかも知れません）
他の大人数グループは先端の網のところ（水しぶきがかかったりする濡れる場所）で
大騒ぎしていて楽しそうでした。
が、結構寒く、そんな余裕はなし。
夕日は美しかったし、カメもいたりして楽しいクルーズでしたが、私はあまりアルコールに強くないので、（もちろんソフトドリンクもありますが）缶ジュース1本で、普通のクルーズって感じだったので、
まあ普通です。
サンセットもマジックアイランドから見たほうが美しかったですし、
カメも普通に他の機会にたくさん見れますし。
お酒大好きで、10杯くらい飲める、という人はおおいに元が取れる感じ。
英語がある程度分かって、グループで船に乗って騒ぎたい人にはおススメです。

The breeze was pleasant, and the sunset was wonderful. It was an open-style boat, with nothing obstructing the view, and I was very satisfied.

風も気持ち良くて、サンセットも素晴らしかった^ ^
おーぷんな感じの船で、遮るものがなく大満足でした。

I arrived in Hawaii without knowing that a hurricane was coming, and after a while of rain and clouds, I participated. One hurricane had already passed, but another was still offshore; despite this, the weather was clear and the conditions were perfect with no waves. The sunset was beautiful and it was the best. Besides our family of four, there were only four young women, and most participants were from Europe and America. The age range was diverse, and everyone was enjoying the sunset with a Mai Tai in hand. I will definitely participate again next time!

ハリケーンが来ているのを知らずにハワイに到着し、暫く雨だったり、曇ったりの後、参加しました。まだ、ハリケーンの１つは過ぎましたがまだもう一つ沖合いに残っていさるにもかかわらず、天気は快晴で、波もなく絶好のコンディションでした。夕日もきれいに見えて最高でした。日本人は私たち家族４人の他、若い女性のグループ４人だけで、ほとんどが欧米人。年齢層も様々で、みんなしみじみとマイタイ片手にサンセットを楽しんでいました。次回も絶対参加します！

I was able to easily experience a luau in Waikiki.
The show was very entertaining and authentic.
It became a wonderful memory for the whole family.

ワイキキで気軽にルアウを体験できました。
ショーはとてもおもしろく、本格的でした。
家族みんなのとてもいい思い出になりました。

Despite the ship having to return to port because of rough water we had a wonderful time. The drinks were good and the food was delicious. The lobsters were delicious and the steak was about the most tender and tasty steak I have ever had. The music and show were great.I was very appreciative that one of the dancers took a picture with me after the show. The staff was eapecialy helpfull and particularly your assitant manager.The Star of Honolulu was the highlight of our trip to Hawaii. We would definitely do it again. Highly recommended.

I go to Hawaii every year and was aware of the boats anchored at the beach, but this was my first time participating in this cruise. I've been on regular dinner cruises before, and the food wasn't great, but I wanted my husband to enjoy his first time in Hawaii, and since I love cruises, I decided to join. It was definitely the right choice. The weather was perfect, and on the boat, there was an all-you-can-drink Mai Tai, which I enjoyed since I love alcohol. There were also snacks provided. There were no Japanese people on board, just everyone from overseas. Everyone was very friendly, and we took pictures together while enjoying the sunset and even saw a rainbow. It was the best cruise. My husband said he really enjoyed it too, and since we could disembark in the evening, we were able to go for a delicious meal afterward, making the most of our time. It was fantastic.

ﾊﾜｲには毎年行っており、ﾋﾞｰﾁに留まっている船の存在は知っていましたが今回初めてこちらで申し込み参加しました。普通のディナークルーズは行ったことがありお料理も美味しくないしでも初めてのﾊﾜｲを夫に楽しんでほしいのと、ｸﾙｰｽﾞ大好きな私も楽しみたいとこちらに参加。参加して大正解。ちょうどお天気も絶好調の中、船の中でﾏｲﾀｲ飲み放題ｗお酒大好きなので何杯かいただきました。おつまみのｽﾅｯｸ付。乗船しているのは日本人はいなくみんな海外の方でした＾＾　とっても気さくでみんなで写真撮りあったりして、ｻﾝｾｯﾄも虹も一緒に見ることができ最高のｸﾙｰｽﾞでした。夫もほんとに楽しかったといっており、夕方に船を下りれるのでｸﾙｰｽﾞ後においしいお食事にも行けて時間も有効活用。最高えでした。

We love the dancers and the stories! It was awesome!

Very fun. Dinner was amazing. Show was amazing, crew was amazing. Very fun and I will do this again when I come back to Oahu.

This is a must do. Very fun, SOOO much stuff to do. You will not be able to do everything so look through your map and do the stuff you want to do. They do allow you to go back to the park for free for the next 3 days (just don't get to watch the show or eat) to do the other activities if you have time.

This tour was amazing, the guys on the ship were very chill and the views were incredible. I would go again if im in the area and to be able to drink on the boat was a great and fun idea. Its a must try for anyone!

I participated with five friends from my hula group. To be honest, I didn't have high expectations because the price was on the lower side, but it turned out to be an experience that exceeded my expectations. Although I've visited Hawaii many times, I've never seen such a beautiful sunset before. We were all deeply moved! The sunset, of course, along with the ocean, sky, wind, waves, and the view of Waikiki, plus the all-you-can-drink Mai Tais! Each element was simply amazing! There's no doubt this will become a repeat optional activity for our next visit!!

フラ仲間5名で参加しました。
正直、値段が安めなので期待はしていませんでしたが、期待値以上の体験になりました。
ハワイは既に何度も訪れているものの、こんなに素敵なサンセットを見ることができたことはありませんでした。全員で、感動しきり！サンセットはもちろん、海・空・風・波・ワイキキの景色、そして、飲み放題のマイタイ！どれも感激！の一言でした。次回からリピートするオプショナルになることは間違いありません！！

This was a lot of fun. Captain Steve filled us in as to what to expect and Chris was a great bartender and sailing mate. We went out just past Diamond Head and had a beautiful view of everything. The other cruisers were laid back and the conversation was a lot of fun. You must do this at least once.

I attended the luau as a reluctant adult. I booked the luau so that my 12 year old goddaughter would see Pacific Island dances and experience some Hawaiian and South Pacific culture. It was way beyond my expectations! Of course it is touristy, but it is also a good overview of Pacific culture, dance, music and food. I also liked the light-heartedness of the event and it was super educational for my goddaughter. The food was much better than I expected and the activities were fun for both my 12 year old and myself. Thank you for a wonderful evening.

The representative waiting for us (Rachel) was very friendly and kind. After offering to take pictures of us with our leis, she helped us find our way to the rental car area of the airport.
Excellent service and reception that I would recommend to anyone wanting to make their first arrival in Hawaii a little special!

Had a FABULOUS TIME!!! Thoroughly enjoyed the cruise!! The crew was energetic and courteous!! Would highly recommend and definitely return!!!!

Smith's was wonderful. It exceeded our expectations!

The dancers were excellent!! Loved the story line. The food and drinks were delicious!! Will definitely go back and would recommend your luau!

In the morning, I was guided to the main tourist spots in Oahu and enjoyed the breathtaking views. The Dole pineapple soft serve was also very delicious.

In the afternoon, we had lunch at the Polynesian Cultural Center. It was a buffet, but the taste was... well, it was just something to fill the stomach. After lunch, we toured the center with a Japanese guide, but the breaks were short, and there were few shaded areas and benches, so families with small children should be cautious. I was really thirsty.

However, I thought it was great to experience various attractions like making Hawaiian leis and riding a canoe. For dinner, the buffet had more variety and tasted a bit better than lunch. We moved to the show venue and were impressed by the performance, which exceeded our expectations. I didn't understand any English, but I could somewhat grasp the story. The final fire show is a must-see.

After that, we returned to Waikiki by bus, arriving after 10 PM. For those visiting Waikiki for the first time, this might be a tour worth participating in.

午前中はオアフの主要観光スポットを案内してもらい絶景を楽しむ事ができました。
ドールのパイナップルソフトもとても美味しかったです。
そして午後はポリネシア文化センターにてまず昼食。
ビュッフェ形式ですが、味は？？？取りあえずお腹に入れるという感じです。
ランチ後センター内を日本語ガイドと共に回るのですが
休憩も短く、日陰やベンチが少ないので小さい子供さん連れはご注意を。
とにかく喉が渇きました。
ただ、ハワイアンローズを作成したり、カヌーに乗ったりと
いろいろなアトラクションを経験出来たのは良かったと思います。
そして夕飯のビュッフェ。昼よりは種類も多く味も少し良かったかも。
ショー施設に移動し噂以上のパフォーマンスに感激。
英語が全く分かりませんでしたがストーリーはなんとなくわかりました。
最後のファイアーショーは必見。
その後再びバスにてワイキキへ戻ります。
帰りは２２時過ぎでした。ワイキキが初めての方には一度は参加してもいいツアーかもしれません。

The Luau was excellent. The food was one of the best meals we had on the island. The show was extremely excellent. The grounds that the Luau was on are beautiful. Best of all the price was great.

Overall, I had a great time. From the sunshine to the sunset, feeling the sea breeze while swaying with the big waves, the choice of music was also high-energy. The snacks and drinks served were delicious. The crew members were kind as well. My 4-year-old daughter was also in a good mood.

総合的に、
とっても楽しめました。
太陽の陽射しから夕陽、
大きな波に揺られながら感じる海風
、音楽の選択もハイテンションへ。
軽食にドリンクの振る舞いも美味しかった。
クルーの方々も親切です。
4歳の娘もご機嫌でした。

I have been to Hawaii many times, but the chief's talk in this show was very interesting, and I would like to participate again.

ハワイには何回も来ていますが、このショーのチーフのトークがたいへん面白くてまた参加したいと思いました。

The show was powerful, but it wasn't particularly moving. However, I had a great time taking photos and interacting with the dancers. If you're staying in Kona and want to enjoy a meal while watching a luau show, I think it's definitely worth participating. As for the food, there were not many dishes that I found delicious.

ショーの迫力と言いますか、それほど感動する物ではありませんでしたが、
ダンサーの方々と写真を撮ったり、触れ合う時間があったので、全体的には楽しかったです。
宿泊地がコナで、ルアウショーを見ながら食事がしたいという希望があるならば、十分参加する価値はあると思います。
料理については、おいしいと思える物が少なかったです。

I was drawn to participate because it was the 50th anniversary. The tour started in the evening and included only dinner and a show, but I was able to take a walk around the park during the waiting time. I think I will choose the daytime course next time. There was plenty of time for dinner, and I was able to enjoy dessert at a leisurely pace. Since I had a great seat in the second row from the front, I was able to see the powerful stage performance.

50周年記念というのに惹かれて参加しました。夕方からのツアーで下ので食事とショーだけでしたが待ち時間に園内を散歩する事も出来ました。次は昼からのコースにしようと思いました。食事の時間もたっぷりありデザートもゆっくり頂けました。ショーは前から２列目という良い席で見られた為、迫力ある舞台を見る事が出来ました。

Smith's Luau was fantastic. As we entered, we took the tram ride around the grounds, during which we heard an excellent overview of information. We then had enough time to wander back through and read placards or take pictures of the beautiful scenery. Hearing about the imo and the roasted pig was really informative. The food at the luau was DELICIOUS! Especially the kalua pig. Yum! The show was also very good. Overall, a fantastic night. Highly recommended.

Great experience, better then expected. Would recommend it to family and friends.

The strong winds led to a cancellation on the day of the event. It was rescheduled for another day, but due to my travel schedule, I couldn't make the sunset cruise and had to switch to a night cruise where I could see the fireworks. The night view was very beautiful, but if I have the chance, I would like to participate in the sunset cruise next time. Since cancellations can happen suddenly due to weather, I think it's better to plan for the first half of the trip when adjustments to the schedule are easier.

当日は風が強くキャンセルになってしまいました。
別の日に振り替えとなりましたが、旅のスケジュールの関係でサンセットクルーズが無理となり、花火が見れるナイトクルーズへ変更となりました。
夜はとてもきれいでしたが、機会があれば次回はサンセットクルーズに参加してみたいです。
天候で当日急にキャンセルになることもあるので、スケジュールの調整がしやすい旅の前半にしたほうがいいと思いました。

This is a family friendly and education show. The host are really funny and great sense of humor. The interactive programs and the shows are awesome! We will be back again

First off, the employees at VELTRA went out of their way to ensure our booking was confirmed and they even delivered a confirmation page for our sunset cruise directly to our hotel. Absolutely fabulous service all around !
When we arrived at the beach at the required check in time, friendly staff welcomed us as we waited to board.
Once onboard, the crew went above and beyond to ensure everyone had an amazing time! Even though this is listed as a " Cocktail Sail " , it was also a very family friendly atmosphere for our teenage Daughter as well, she had a most enjoyable time and not to worry, they have a variety of free non- alcoholic beverages available onboard too. They offer a photo option of your family / group prior to boarding which we normally would not buy but the background and picture quality came out so incredible and was worth the 15 dollar fee ,they have the print in a cardboard folder waiting for you upon your return to shore if you decide to purchase it.
This sunset cruise was a superb value for the low price , from the amazing Crew, to the smooth and safe sailing , and the fun music and relaxing atmosphere , it was a great way to meet so many other nice people on our Hawaiian Vacation! This was one of our top experiences on Oahu.
Simply put, we cannot wait to do it again on our next visit to Waikiki!

This was one of our favorite excursions. My husband, kids, brother and niece were very glad I booked this. The scenery was wonderful, the sunset was gorgeous, and the two crew members were so much fun. My kids are 26,24,and 21, and they still had to get pictures behind the wheel of the boat. I would recommend this even if you do not want to drink the unlimited maitia's! We sailed around Diamond-head Crater and saw the lighthouse which was really cool.