All Reviews for Luau, Shows & Entertainment

Didn't get the name of our delivery girl, but after we received our lei, she helped us out by taking us directly to the busses that would take us to our airport.

I've since found that there are several other services like this, and dozens of shops near China Town, but in the end, I still felt this was the best value overall for what we received as a bonus; the assitance.

The entire event was fantastic. Grounds were beautiful and the staff was great! We really enjoyed the food and drinks. Would highly recommend.

I went to the Polynesian Cultural Center with the $7.77 campaign! It felt like a great deal for just $7.77. The deluxe meal had an all-you-can-eat crab option, and I thought it was quite tasty compared to other Hawaiian food! For the evening show, I was lucky to get a great seat right in the middle of the third row! I found the show to be quite entertaining. However, the daytime canoe show and having to stick together with everyone was a bit tiring, and I wished I could explore the park more freely. But the foreign guide was very earnest in trying to speak Japanese, which I found very likable. Overall, the food was better than I expected, but I think younger people might find it a bit boring. I would recommend it more for families than couples! I think the kids can learn a lot, which is great. On the bus ride back, I think you'll be so tired from walking that you'll sleep soundly! The buses returning to Waikiki all leave at the same time from the Polynesian Cultural Center, so if you're late for the meeting time, it could inconvenience everyone, and the later buses might not return until after midnight... So it's definitely best to stick to the meeting time!

7,77ドルキャンペーンでポリネシアン文化センターに行って来ました！
7,77ドルでいったとおもうとすごくお得でした。
食事のデラックスではかにも食べ放題ですしけっこう味もハワイのご飯の中ではイケテルと思いました！
夜のショーでは前から３列目の真ん中でかなりいい席を用意してもらってよかったです！
ショーもなかなか面白かったとおもいます。
しかし昼のカヌーショーやみんなで一緒に周らないといけないのはちょっとしんどくてもっと自由に園内を見て周りたかったです！
でも、ガイドの外国の方はがんばって日本語を話して一生懸命な姿でとても好感をもてました。
総評ではごはんはおもってたよりおいしかったのでよかったのですが若いひとにはちょっと退屈する感はあります。
カップルよりもファミリーにおすすめです！
子供達にはいろいろ学べてすごくいいと思います。
帰りのバスでは歩き疲れてぐっすり寝れるとおもいますよ！
帰りはいっせいにポリネシアン文化センターにあるバスがワイキキ方面にかえるので集合時間に遅れるとみんなにも迷惑かけるし遅くに出たバスの帰りが１２時をすぎてしまうらしいです・・・・
だから集合時間は必ず守ったほうがいいですよ！

The show was great and we enjoyed it very much. The rest of the experience was so-so. Our driver was 30 min. late and we were rushed into the park with most of the villages already closed for the day. The dinner was again rushed and we were seated during the end of the show which appeared to have been great. The little we saw of it was really funny. The food left a bit to be desired. But then we went to the Horizon show and it was awesome. I guess when you go to the half day show you're really just getting the great evening show. Next time I'll know to go to some other luau and go to the cultural center during the day to really see what's there. Feel like we missed a lot.

I had a great time experiencing the unique dances and lifestyles of various Polynesian cultures. The night show was a bit different from what I expected, but I enjoyed it thoroughly. There were powerful dances, funny moments, and it was beautiful!

From the afternoon to the night show, I got to ride in a canoe, learn hula dancing, and watch performances from different cultures—it was really fun.

We walked around quite a bit, but our guide made several stops for breaks, so we could take care of restroom needs and stay hydrated, which made it feel manageable.

I think it's worth going at least once. I did feel that the price was a bit high, though.

とても珍しいポリネシアの各民族の踊りや生活を見て体験できて、楽しかったです。
夜のショーは期待していたのとは少し違っていたのですが、充分楽しめました。迫力のあるダンスだったり、笑わせるところもあったり、きれいでした！
昼から夜のショーまでは、カヌーに乗ったり、フラダンスを教えてくれたり、各民族のショーをみたり、本当に楽しかたです。
結構歩き回るのですが、ガイドさんが途中で休憩を何回か取ってくれるので、トイレや水分補給はきちんとできるし、そんなにしんどいと感じないで過ごせました。
一度行ってみるのはいいかな。
値段はちょっと高いかなと思いました。

Loved the greeting and the cheerful attitude of the greeter. Was a perfect end to a long boring flight.

This was great. Food was great and the whole productive was very professional. They even had the performers meet at back for pictures you were so inclined. I did notice they did take some pictures before going - unsure how that was because it seemed to be for another tour group/company. Of course, you paid for these separately. I didn't inquire what the requirement for the pictures was - but perhaps if you notice such, may be you will. Many people were celebrating birthdays and anniversaries. It was a nice time and the music seemed to be continual even while you ate. A nice way to end a stay in Hawaii and it ended in good time so that you weren't up all night packing for the next day's start of the return to the mainland.

There were a group of 8 of us and we all had a fantastic time. Thank you for all the knowledge and laughter. We will be talking and most of all remembering this great experience for many moons to come! You added exactly "that special" something to my honeymoon:)

Wonderful atmosphere, Excellent food! We loved that everyone had fun doing their job!

Highly enjoyable and better than expected! I hope to return again someday for the fun and education!

I surprised my husband's first visit to Hawaii with a lei greeting . . . how can you go and not have a lei greeting anyway? They were right there when we arrived, escorted us to baggage claim and then contacted and escorted us to our shuttle which we had not expected. That was great since we were not sure where and how far we had to go to get our luggage, etc. I would highly recommend Hawaii Activities to everyone and would probably contact them again for my next visit.

Nice way to start your Hawaiian vacation

Hello, I participated in this course on September 27th. It was the day my husband and I arrived in Hawaii. Since the meeting time was 12:20 PM, I thought we would have plenty of time, but the shuttle bus from the airport took a while to arrive, and there were some briefings. After that, my husband and I ran to the hotel and arrived right at 12:20 PM, feeling like we barely made it. It was a close call, but if we had done it on a different day, there wouldn't have been any issues. We participated in the deluxe tour in the afternoon. Our shuttle guide was a university student named Izutaro. He was surprisingly mature and humorous for a part-time university student, and he talked non-stop until we realized we had arrived at our destination. We were able to enjoy the trip without getting bored. Once we entered the Polynesian Cultural Center, there were many plants, and I felt like I was in Hawaii. The guides were Mamoru and Eri, also university students who were bright and friendly. It felt like a place similar to Disneyland in Japan. The hula dance experience was also fun. I felt like I got to see many different countries. The buffet meal was delicious. The best part was the show, which was truly amazing, just as the reviews said. It was the most memorable dance show of our trip to Hawaii. During the show, they served ice cream, and it was definitely an amount that was impossible to finish. Thank you for the wonderful memories!

こんにちは９月２７日にこちらのコースに参加させて頂きました。私達夫婦が参加したのはハワイに到着した日でした。集合時間が１２時２０分だったので余裕で間に合うと思ったら空港から送迎バスもなかなか来ないし注意事項などの話もあってそのあと旦那と走ってホテルについたのが１２時２０分で生きた気がしませんでした。ぎりぎり間に合いましたが。到着日以外にすればもんだいはないです。私たちが参加したのは昼からデラックスです。送迎のガイドは大学生のイズ太郎さんでした。大学生のアルバイトとは思えないほどのしっかりしたユーモアのある人でずっとしゃべりぱなしで気がついたら目的地についてました。あきずに着くことができました。ポリネシアンカルチャーセンターに入ると沢山の植物があってハワイに来たな～と感じました。ガイドはまもるさんとえりさんでした。こちらも大学生のアルバイトで明るくて良い方でした。日本でいうとディズニーランドみたいな所でした。フラダンス体験も楽しかったです。色んな国を沢山見れた気がしました。食事はバイキングでおいしかったです。一番良かったのショウでした。これは口コミ通り最高でした。今回のハワイで一番心に焼きつくダンスショウでした。ショウの間にアイスがでます。あれは絶対食べきれない量でした。楽しい思い出ありがとうございました。

The staff was very close by with the most beautiful leis I have ever seen. They smelled so wonderful and made us feel so special especially since it was our 1st time to hawaii as well as our Honeymoon!! WE LOVED IT!!

This luau was the best we have been to. We had a wonderful time , the food was delicious and the entertainment was fabulous. We will definatly tell our friends and family about it!

I participated in this event in Honolulu for the first time with my mother. To be honest, I was worried that it might be physically demanding for her since she is over 60 years old, and I wondered if it would be too child-oriented. However, once we participated, all those worries completely vanished as it turned out to be an activity that adults can enjoy as well. The guide spoke Japanese for our group, making the explanations easy to understand, and there were quite a few older participants as well. They were attentive, asking things like, "Isn't it hot?" so we felt comfortable participating regardless of our age. There were also interactive events where audience members from various countries were invited on stage to play drums together. Even though we didn't share a common language, everyone created a lively atmosphere, and we had so much fun that we were laughing until our stomachs hurt, even with attractions conducted only in English. We experienced hula dancing as a group and rode canoes around Polynesian countries, which was completely different from the typical activities of visiting pavilions filled with mere souvenirs in Japan. I highly recommend participating at least once. The final show was truly spectacular. There were fire dances and circus-like performances, as well as traditional hula dancing. In the grand finale, 120 performers appeared on stage in an orderly fashion, creating a majestic and impressive scene that moved me deeply. It was as emotionally impactful as a full-fledged musical. If you're reading this and feeling uncertain, please feel assured and definitely participate at least once. You won't regret it!

今回初ホノルルの母と参加しました。正直60歳を過ぎた母には「体力的にキツイのではないか？」とか「子供向けだったらどうしよう？｣とか心配しましたが、実際参加してみたところ、そんな心配は全く吹っ飛ぶような大人も楽しめるアクティビティーでした。ガイドさんは、日本人のグループには日本語が話せる人がつくので説明もよくわかるし、結構年配の人たちもたくさん参加しているので、｢暑くないですか？｣とかいろいろと気を配ってくれて、年齢に関係なく安心して参加できます。お客さん参加型のイベントもあり、観客の中からいろいろな国の人を舞台に上げて、一緒に太鼓をたたくのですが、言葉が通じて無くてもみんな雰囲気でその場を盛り上げてくれるので、英語だけのアトラクションでも、おなかをかかえて笑っちゃうほど楽しめました。グループみんなでフラダンスの体験をしたり、カヌーに乗ってポリネシアの国々を回ったり、日本にありがちな置物ばかりのパビリオンを回るようなアクティビティーとは全く違うものので、是非一度参加してみてください。そして最後のショーは、ほんとに圧巻でした。ファイヤーダンスやサーカスみたいな踊りがあったり、正統派フラダンスがあったり、最後のストーリー仕掛けのホライズンでは120人が舞台に整然と登場するので、勇壮で壮大な様には本当に感動しました。本格的なミュージカルと遜色ない感動をもらえます。今、迷いながら書き込みを読んでいる人は、安心して是非一度参加してみて下さい。絶対損はしないはずです！

This was my second visit to the Polynesian Cultural Center, and I had new discoveries that made it very enjoyable. The guide on the way there, despite being 70 years old, was very energetic and a great speaker, making the one-hour journey completely engaging. Once we arrived, I had a lot of fun experiencing various activities like riding a canoe, dancing the hula, and watching fire-making demonstrations. The meals were lavish and satisfying. The evening show was thrilling. I had a better seat than last time, and the hour and a half flew by. On the way back, I was completely exhausted and slept soundly on the bus, but I had a wonderful day overall.

ポリネシア文化センターに行くのは2回目でしたが、また新たな発見もあり、非常に楽しませてもらいました。
現地に向かう時のガイドさんも70歳という高齢ながらとても元気で話も上手で1時間の道のりも全く飽きなかったです。
現地についてからも、カヌーに乗ったり、フラを踊ったり、火おこしを見たりといろいろなことを体験できて本当に楽しかったです。
食事も豪勢で満足できました。
そして、夜のショーは迫力満点。前回より良い席で見れたこともあり、1時間半があっという間でした。
帰りは疲れきってバスの中でぐっすりでしたが、丸1日楽しく過ごせました。

It was my first time in Hawaii, and I had a great time experiencing various Polynesian cultures. The night show was especially enjoyable, as I had an excellent seat, making it very exciting and entertaining.

はじめてのハワイでしたが、いろいろなポリネシアの文化に触れることができてとても楽しかったです。
特に夜のショーはすごく良い席で鑑賞できたのもあり、迫力満点で非常に面白かったです。

Since I was traveling with my 80-year-old mother for her first trip to Hawaii, I was looking for options to fully enjoy Hawaii. I chose the Polynesian Cultural Center, which left me so moved and excited that I regretted not visiting earlier, especially since this was my tenth trip to Hawaii.

I personally participated for the second time without too many expectations, but I found different joys from my first visit and realized it’s a place that never gets boring no matter how many times you come.

My top recommendation is the "guided tour of the park" that visits the Samoan village. The chief is very humorous and skillfully switches between various languages, creating a great atmosphere. It’s an absolute must-see spot.

The second is the New Zealand village, where you can get tattoos printed on your face and arms for memorable photos to show off to your family back in Japan.

Additionally, the entertainment at the Tonga village and the hula dance experience in the Hawaiian village are also not to be missed. The evening Horizon Night Show is spectacular, making the three-hour round trip worthwhile just to see it. The final fire dance is a must-see.

We participated in the "All-Day Deluxe" package, so we had the best seats in the center, third row from the front, but every seat offers a great view and is sure to be moving. Whether it’s your first time in Hawaii or you’re a repeat visitor, I highly encourage you to participate and experience the excitement!

初ハワイの80歳の母を連れての旅行なので、ハワイを満喫できるオプションを探していました。
それで、去年ハワイ10回目の私が、「なぜ今まで行かなかったのだろう」と後悔するほど、感動して興奮してとっても楽しかったポリネシア文化センターを選択しました。
私自身は、2回目なのであまり期待をせずに参加したのですが、1回目とは違う楽しみがあり、何度来ても飽きない場所だと実感しました。
私が一番お奨めするのは、「ツアーガイドによる園内ツアー」で訪れるサモア村です。
酋長がとてもユーモラスで、各国の言語をムードたっぷりに使い分けるのです。
絶対外せないスポットです。
二番目は、ニュージーランド村です。
顔や腕にタトゥーをプリントして記念写真が撮れるので、日本に帰ってから家族に見せると自慢できますよ。
その他、トンガ村でのエンターテーメント、ハワイ村でのフラダンス体験などどれも見逃せません。
夜のホライズンナイトショーは圧巻で、これを見るだけでも往復３時間の移動が苦にならないほどです。
最後のファイヤーダンスは、必見です。
私たちは「昼から満喫、オールデイ・デラックス」で参加したので、前から3番目の中央の最高の席でしたが、どの席からも見やすく、感動できること間違いなしです。
ハワイが初めての方、リピーターの方どちらも是非、参加して感動してみてくださいね。

This time, I went to Hawaii with my father and mother. Since it was my parents' first time in Hawaii, I decided to visit the Polynesian Cultural Center, which I had never been to before. The guide on the shuttle bus was an elderly gentleman, and he had us all laughing out loud with his incredibly funny stories. After arriving at the Polynesian Cultural Center, a Japanese-speaking guide showed us around the park, making it easy and enjoyable to learn about Hawaii's history. Everyone in the park was full of humor, and we had a great time laughing together. Laughter is truly universal.

I didn't have high expectations for the dinner buffet, but it turned out to be quite satisfying. The show after dinner was absolutely wonderful. There were interactions between the stage and the audience, creating a sense of unity in the venue. We returned to the hotel around 10 PM, feeling exhausted, but I would love to visit again the next time I go to Hawaii. I highly recommend it to everyone!

今回、父と母と一緒にハワイに行きました。
両親が初ハワイと言うことで、私も行ったことがないポリネシア文化センターに行くことに。
送迎バスのガイドさんがお年を召した方だったのですが、超おもしろトークでバス中大爆笑。
ポリネシア文化センター到着後も日本語堪能なガイドさんが園内を案内してくれて、ハワイの歴史などが分かりやすく楽しく体験することができました。園内の方々は、みんなユーモアに溢れていて、かなり笑えました。笑いは万国共通なんですね。
夕食のバイキングはあまり期待していなかったのですが、なかなか充実していて良かったですよ☆
夕食後のショーですが、とてもすばらしいものでした。舞台から観客への呼びかけなどもあり、会場が一体になる感じでした。
夜、ホテルに帰るのは２２時ごろなので、くたくたですが、
またハワイへ行くときには行ってみたい所です。
みなさんもぜひ☆☆

I wanted a traditional Hawaiian greeting for my wife and friends when they arrived. It was absolutely great. It could not have started her vacation to the islands after a long flight onj a better note. She has been wearing the Lei everywhere she goes.

The performance where King Kamehameha comes from the sea was great, but the quality of the dancers was lacking. The food was delicious, though.

カメハメハ大王が海からやってくるという演出はよかったですが、ダンサーの質がもう一つでした。食事はおいしかったですね。

This is my second time in Hawaii, but since I didn't visit last time and I heard I could enjoy traditional cuisine and dances, I decided to visit the Polynesian Cultural Center for the first time!

The buildings and village scenes representing the seven island nations of Polynesia are recreated throughout the park, and we progress while listening to the detailed explanations from our guide. Along the way, when you greet the villagers in their local language, they respond with a smile♪

There are several types of tours available, but the Luau Workshop tour I participated in was packed with activities, including a canoe show featuring traditional music and dances from each island, a flower lei-making experience, a real hula experience, and a ukulele experience, along with the traditional Hawaiian cuisine and the Ali'i Luau, which includes singing and hula dancing. The buffet included chicken, salmon, and tuna, all well-seasoned and delicious.

And finally, the highlight of the Polynesian Cultural Center is the evening show, "Horizon"! The dances from each island and the fire performances were breathtaking, and time flew by.

Although you can't drink alcohol in the park and the evening show ends late, if you're staying in Waikiki, you might arrive at your hotel after 10 PM. Otherwise, I think it's a theme park where you can enjoy a day experiencing not only Hawaii but also other parts of Polynesia☆

ハワイは2度目ですが、前回行かなかったし伝統的なお料理やダンスが楽しめるということで、初めてポリネシアカルチャーセンターを訪問しました！


ポリネシアを代表する７つの島国の建物や村の様子が園内いっぱいに再現されていて、ガイドさんの詳しい説明を聞きながら進んでいきます。途中、所々で出会う村人に現地の言葉で挨拶をするとニッコリ返してくれますよ♪


何種類かツアーがありますが、今回参加したルアウ・ワークショップのツアーでは、各島の伝統的な音楽とダンスに魅せられるカヌーショーあり、生花を使ったレイ作り体験や本場のフラ体験にウクレレ体験あり、ハワイの伝統的なお料理と歌＆フラダンスが楽しめるAli'i Luau（アリイルアウ）ありと、盛り沢山な内容です。お料理はチキンやサーモン、鮪などのバイキングで、味付けも良くどれも美味しく頂きました。


そして最後はポリネシアカルチャーセンターの最大の目玉でもある、イブニングショー『ホライズン』です！各島のダンスや火を使ったパフォーマンスなど、目を見張るものばかりであっという間に時間が過ぎてしまいました。


園内でお酒が飲めないことと、イブニングショーが終わる時間が遅いのでワイキキに滞在される方はホテル着が22時を過ぎてしまうことを除けば、ハワイ以外のポリネシアにも触れることのできる、1日楽しめちゃうテーマパークだと思います☆

This is one of the few activities that we would do over again. Overall it was a great experience with very nice people and great exposure to all of the Hawaiian cultures. Very interesting and entertaining. A must!!

The location is very clean and organized. We returned to the Polynesian Culter Center because of the fun and knowledge we came away with in our first trip there in 2006. We didn't get to view the complete park our first time do to its size. The weather was a chanllege this time and we saw less of the activites than before. Our tour guide was not up to all the knowledge needed to lead our group, she had been only a tour guide for three weeks. For the price and knowledge you wanted to gather fell far short.

The luau dinner was great and the final show was also a great performance! The effort the culter center puts out to make you feel at home, I would recommended it to anyone.

We took the Sunset Dinner Cruise, had a great time and met some very nice people on the cruise. The sights were GREAT, the food was good the entertainment was good.

This time, I participated with my family. We went to Honolulu for 4 nights and 6 days to fully enjoy it. We joined optional tours every day and saw the Polynesian show several times, but the nighttime show at the Polynesian Cultural Center was the best. The number of performers and the production were unparalleled. If you're going to see a show, I think you should join this tour.

I apologize, but the other shows seemed childish in comparison. We participated in the deluxe course this time, and the nighttime buffet (which is referred to as "buffet" locally) was also good. It wasn't just meat; there was plenty of seafood. The tuna sashimi was perfect for Japanese people. The shrimp was delicious too.

In the deluxe course, there was ice cream for sale during the show's intermission (for $5), but it came with a free ticket. It was filled with fruit and very satisfying. There was a lot of fruit in it, and it tasted great.

The nighttime show felt like watching a performance of The Lion King. (I've never actually seen The Lion King, so it's just my imagination, but it was quite an elaborate show and never got boring.)

Although it's located in the northern part, which takes over an hour to reach from Honolulu, there is a shuttle service, so you can go with peace of mind. The guide's explanations made it enjoyable.

There is a longer tunnel along the way, and if you can hold your breath, your wish will come true. Everyone was trying hard to hold their breath.

Until the show starts, you can explore the vast grounds with a Japanese-speaking guide. This time, it seems there is usually one guide per group, but we had two.

During the day, the shows performed by the artists on boats starting at 2:30 were quite impressive. If you go to Oahu, I think you should definitely participate.

The daytime shows in each village are in English, but our guide translated them into Japanese. Even without the Japanese translation, the atmosphere is conveyed, and you can enjoy it to some extent.

If you go to Oahu, please consider participating. I don't think you'll regret it. It's a recommended tour.

　今回は家族で参加しました。　
　ホノルルを満喫してやろうと、４泊６日でホノルルに行って来ました。
　毎日オプションツアーに参加をし、ポリネシアンショーを数回見ましたが、ポリネシアセンターの夜のショーはピカイチでした。
　何せ、演者の人数や、演出は他に類を見ませんでした。どうせ見るなら、このツアーに参加すべきだと思いました。
　申し訳ないが、他のショーは子供騙しに見えてしまいますよー。
　今回は、デラックスコースに参加しましたが、夜のバイキング（現地ではビュッフェと言いますが・・・）も良かったです。　肉ばかりでなく、シーフードが満載でした。　マグロの刺身なんぞ日本人には打って付けでしたよー。　海老も旨かったなー。
　デラックスコースには、ショーの休憩時間に、アイスの販売（５ドル）がありましたが、無料のチケットがついていました。　フルーツ入りで、ボリューム満点。　フルーツがたくさん入っていて旨かったよー。
　夜のショーは、ライオンキングの舞台を見ているようでした。（ライオンキングの舞台を実際みたことはなく、自分のイメージだけなんですが。　相当凝ったショーで飽きることがありませんでした）
　ホノルルからは、片道１時間以上かかる北部にありますが、送迎つきなので安心していけます。ガイドの案内もあり楽しめます。
　途中に長めのトンネルがあり、息を止めていられると願い事が叶うとか。　皆、頑張って息を止めていました。
　ショーの時間までは、日本語ガイドの案内で相当広い園内を見て回れます。　今回は、通常グループに１名のガイドらしいのですが、２名ついていただけましたよー。
　昼間は、２時半からの演者がボートに乗って繰り広げる各地のショーが見ごたえがありました。
　オアフに行ったら、是非参加すべきと思いました。
　昼間の各村のショーは、英語で喋っているのですが、うちのガイドさんは、日本語に訳してくれていました。
　日本語訳がなくても、雰囲気は伝わり、そこそこ楽しめますよー。
　是非、オアフに行くなら参加してみて下さいなー。損はしないと思います。　お勧めツアーです。
　　

No pitching, No rolling, the cruise was very comfy.
The Hawaiian setting sun was so beautiful.

This was a great luau. I highly recommend it. There were fun activities that got everyone involved. The food was excellent and the entertainment was top notch. I especially enjoyed the fire dancer.

Fantastic sunset. From it's first touch of the sea, until it disappears below the horizon. Crew has but one goal, and that is to please all passengers. The quiet sound of the boat passing over the water under sail is soothing and romantic.