All Reviews for Luau, Shows & Entertainment

I knew it was going to be a long day so we chose to arrive sometime around 2 P.M.. We Turned in our voucher for real tickets which I was surprised to see a dinner was included with the "HA" show. We checked out the village map and located the villages we wanted to visit. Staff were very friendly, and helpful. The Center is very well maintained ,very clean. After dinner we decided we weren't staying for the show. We had been to Chief's Luau 3 days prior and the Tropical Farms tour right before the Center, both had fire dancer's .I know from the reviews "HA is a great show but the night trip back to our hotel was not going to be easy. It would have been dark and scary.. As it turns out, we were back at our hotel 30 minutes before the show would have started. For us , it was the right choice.

Not one single conplaint! Everyone that attended spoke so highly of the entertaining and hospitable host.

The sailing vessel was very impressive and incredibly well maintained and professionally operated. I am a sailing enthusiast and this catamaran was extremely smooth and well built to service a delightful dinner event. The crew was attentive, while also allowing the guests to enjoy their cruise and take in the beauty of Waikiki. The cruise had a personal ambience to it while accommodating the 25 to 30 guests that were on our specific sailing. We did not feel crowded at all, and it was nice to not feel like a “herd” of guests on those double decker party cruises. The food was tasty and filling. We did get to enjoy actually sailing on the main and the jib, and we only motored for a very short time. There is something magestic and almost spiritual about sailing on the sea. The cobalt blue water beneath, and the gentle trade winds so effortlessly powering the huge sails is an experience to treasure.

The only encouragement that I would make to the Makani experience is to provide some gentle Hawaiian music on top where the forward trampoline is. Most guests enjoyed staying forward on the trampoline, and the music only played below in the bar/covered seating area.

We chose to have the Makani pick us up from our hotel and the driver and vehicle were very professional. We recommend this option as it made the entire experience effortless. I would definitely do this activity again. It was worth the time and was a good value.

Unfortunately, we couldn't see a beautiful sunset due to the cloudy weather, but the night view and fireworks visible from the sea were great. The boat sways quite a bit, and if you're prone to motion sickness, it might be tough for you.

残念ながら曇りだったため綺麗なサンセットは見られませんでしたが、海から見える夜景と花火はよかったです。
船は結構揺れて長時間乗っているので酔いやすい方は辛いかもしれません。

It was a fun stage not just for dining and watching the show, but also featuring interactive events! There was a practice time for hula dancing, a contest where randomly selected guests were invited on stage to blow a conch shell (or something like that?), and opportunities to dance with the performers—there was so much going on. The hula dancers showcased various patterns of dance. The English MC was explaining things, but it was a bit fast and hard to understand... Still, I enjoyed it thoroughly. The fire dance was amazing!

The meal had a Hawaiian flair, and it was nice that it wasn't overly extravagant. The fish dish was the most delicious.

ただ食事をしてショーを見るだけでなく、参加型イベントもある楽しいステージでした！
フラダンスの練習タイムがあったり、お客さんの中からランダムにステージに上げられて、ホラ貝（のようなもの？）を吹くコンテストがあったり、ダンサーと一緒に踊ったり、盛りだくさんです。
フラダンスは様々なパターンのダンスを見せてくれます。
英語のMCで説明していたようですが、早口でよくわからず、、、
それでも十分楽しめました。
ファイヤーダンスは最高でしたね！

お食事はハワイらしい内容で、豪華すぎなくて良かったです。
お魚料理が一番美味しかったです。

This catamaran cruise this evening was an unforgettable experience! We have been coming to Oahu for over 15 years as a couple (this is our 25th wedding anniversary trip) and have never seen Honolulu and Waikiki from a boat tour before. The Makani was an excellent first-time experience: Well captained and crewed, this vessel holds people above and below deck. It has a head (bathroom) that is easily accessible before or during the voyage. The crew did a nice job with the meal and beverage service, were on top of all the ship and passenger details, and readily and easily answered our questions. We sat topside in the front on bean bag canvas seats by the webbing and thoroughly enjoyed the view of the boat, the water, and the sunset and coastline. It was fun to sail as far as Diamond Head and see the lighthouse, as well as Koko Crater. Also, the hotel pickup and dropoff was a nice experience. The suggestions on attire were right on track. We would someday like to try the Friday night fireworks cruise!

I'm glad I participated because the bus guide taught us various things about Hawaii. It was great that they carefully pointed out recommended spots along the way. For first-timers, it might be a good idea to join this tour early on.

Once we arrived, the bus guide's job was done, so it's best to listen carefully to what they have to say.

The park is relatively large, but the dining and show areas are close together, so you won't get lost. There are various food options, and I really enjoyed it. The crab was packed with meat and very satisfying.

After the meal, it was time for the show. Be careful not to stray from your companions as it gets dark during the move. The show lasted over an hour, but it ended in no time. The performances were spectacular, especially the fire dance, which was amazing.

After the show, we took the bus back home. It was a bit concerning since we were separated from the people we came with and it was dark around us, but the driver was kind. Although he was a foreigner, he spoke to us in Japanese and dropped us off close to our hotel when we told him where we were staying.

I think this tour is definitely worth experiencing at least once.

バスガイドさんがハワイのいろんなことを教えてくれるので参加してよかったです。道中もおすすめポイントを丁寧に教えてくれるのがとてもよかったです。初めての人は前半に組んでおくといいかもしれません。
そんなバスガイドさんとも着いたらお仕事終了なのでしっかり話を聞いた方がいいです。

園内は割と広いですが、食事とショーの場所は近いので迷うことはないです。
食事はいろんなものがあり、結構楽しめます。カニは身がずっしり入ってて食べ応えがありました。

食事が住んだらショーの時間へ。移動中はあたりが暗くなっているのでお連れの方と逸れないように注意してください。
ショーは1時間以上ありましたがあっというまに終わりました。大迫力の演技、特にファイヤーダンスは凄かったです。

ショーのあとはバスに乗って帰宅。行き一緒だった人たちとバラバラで、周りも暗いので不安でしたが、ドライバーさんが優しかったです。外国の方でしたが、日本語で言ってくれたり、ちゃんとホテルを告げたら近くで降ろしてくれました。

一度は行っておいていいかなと思えるツアーでした。

First, the buffet meal! It was very delicious (^^)v If you go for the deluxe option, you get one plate, but it comes with crab~! I highly recommend it~

The show was very impressive, and I felt like I was being drawn into the dance! The seats in the center are the best for viewing! This is also recommended~

When you go to Hawaii, this is definitely a place you want to visit! I want to go again next time!

まずはお食事のブッフェ！
とってもおいしかったです(^^)v
デラックスにすると1皿だけど…カニがつきますょ～！おすすめです～

ショ－とっても迫力があり躍りに吸い込まれていく感じです！
お席も中央は１番観やすい！
これもおすすめ～

ハワイに行ったら！必ず訪れたい場所ですね！
また次回も行きたいです！

I watched from the second floor with a simple ticket without a meal. As expected from a professional. Both Michael and Presley had high quality performances. The show ended in the blink of an eye.

食事なしのシンプルなチケットで2階席で見ました。さすがプロですね。マイケルもプレスリーも、クオリティ高いです。あっという間にショーが終わっちゃいました。

I made a reservation for a premium seat to remember my last night in Hawaii. The show was very impressive, but it was difficult to understand because the MC spoke in English. The food had a wide variety, and I was satisfied with that.

However, there was one point that I was not happy about. Even though we took the front row table, the staff asked us in English to give it up to a couple who arrived later, and they forcibly took the seat of my 3-year-old grandchild. Despite having paid for my grandchild's ticket, they suggested that he sit on his parent's lap, which I found unacceptable. I went to speak to another staff member in broken English.

In the end, thanks to the consideration of other staff, the people sitting next to our family moved over, allowing my grandchild to have a seat. However, the staff's insistence and the language barrier turned my last night in Hawaii into a bitter memory. I feel regretful that I couldn't speak English fluently.

ハワイ最後の夜を思い出にとプラミアム席で予約しました。
ショーは大変見応えがありましたが、ＭＣの方が英語だったので理解しにくかったです。食事は、種類が多く満足でした。
しかし、納得いかなかった点が1点、テーブルの最前列を取ったにも関わらず、会場のスタッフの方から英語で後から来たカップルに譲るように言われ、3歳児の孫の席を強引に取られてしまいました。孫の料金も支払ったにも関わらず、親の膝の上にと言っているようで納得いかず他のスタッフの方に片言の英語で言いに行きました。
結局、他のスタッフの計らいで私たち家族の隣にいた人たちにずれてもらった為、孫も席に座ることができましたが、会場のスタッフの方の強引さと言葉の壁にハワイ最後の夜が苦い思い出になってしまいました。英語が流暢に話せたらと悔しい気持ちです。

This is my second time participating, having joined for the first time two years ago. I wanted my friend to experience it, so I participated on the last day of our stay, just like last time. We were able to see a sunset over the sea without clouds and a large rainbow over Ka'ena Point. It was my first time seeing such a big and vivid rainbow. After the sunset, there was a party on the boat. It was a lot of fun, and I'm sure it will be a memorable experience. I highly recommend it.

二年前に初めて参加して今回２回目です。
友人に体験させたくて前回と同様、滞在最終日に参加しました。雲のない海に沈むサンセットとカイマナヒラにかかる大きなレインボーがみられました。初めてみました。こんなに大きなくっきりとした虹。サンセットのあとは船上パーティー。これは楽しいです。きっと思い出に残ると思います。おすすめです。

There were many performers, and it was a very powerful dance show. It had a story format, which made it different from other luaus.

パフォーマーの人数が多く、とても迫力のあるダンスショーだった。ストーリー仕立てで他のルアウとは違った演出だった。

Rock and hula. I couldn't imagine what kind of show it would be as I checked in. I was guided to a tent next to the reception where they offered a welcome drink, and I was asked if I wanted a Mai Tai cocktail or a non-alcoholic version. During and before the meal, dancers from the main show entertained us with singing and dancing. The food was delicious, and the whole roasted pig was exquisite. You can order drink refills from your seat and pay on the spot. The show itself was of high quality, allowing you to enjoy hula, rock, Polynesian, and pop music. I think it's a show you definitely should see.

ロックとフラ。どんなショーになるのか想像もつかないまま受付。
受付横のテントに案内されてウェルカムドリンクのマイタイはカクテルとノンアルコールを聞いてくれる。食事の前や食事中も、本編に出演しているダンサーが歌や躍りで盛り上げてくれる。食事も美味しく、豚の丸焼きは絶品でした。ドリンクのおかわりは座席で注文し、その場で支払いです。
ショーも完成度が高く、フラ、ロック、ポリネシアン、ポップスすべて堪能できます。是非見てほしいショーだと思います。

My husband and I had so much fun on the catamaran...the view we had at sunset was absolutely amazing! The crew was friendly and very welcoming.

What a great night to finish off our trip to Waikiki, the show was very entertaining showcasing various cultures from the South Pacific and the food was great, a good mix of traditional and exotic, compere for the evening was excellent.

Loved it. Luau Buffett Dinner excellent. Cast members made it so much fun. Cocktails spot on.
Really enjoyed the Show - will be recommending to my friends

I tend to get motion sickness, so I took some anti-nausea medication, but I still ended up feeling sick because of the strong winds. We set sail to coincide with the sunset, but unfortunately, clouds covered the sky at sunset, and we could barely see the sun. I understand that activities like this are affected by the weather, so I know it's difficult, but it was a bit disappointing.

車酔いなどしやすいので酔い止めは飲んでいきましたが、風が強かったのもあり酔ってしまいました。
また、サンセットの時間に合わせて出航したものの、サンセットの時間には雲がかかり太陽がほぼ見えない状態でした。天候に左右されるアクティビティのため難しいとは思いますが、少し残念でした。

The yachts floating offshore in the sunset were very impressive, like a painting.

The photo taken before boarding became a nice keepsake.

The boarding area was easily accessible and comfortable.

夕日に浮かぶ沖合いのヨットが
絵画のようでとても印象的でした

乗る前に撮ってくれた写真も記念に
なりました

乗り場もアクセスしやすく
快適でした

I was worried about the weather and whether the fireworks would be launched, but they started as scheduled at 8 PM, and I was able to enjoy the fireworks from the boat. After that, we cruised near Diamond Head, and the night view of Waikiki was beautiful.

花火が打ち上げられるか天候が心配でしたが、予定通り8時から打ち上げられ、船上から花火を堪能できました。その後、ダイヤモンドヘッド近辺までクルーズして、ワイキキの夜景がきれいでした。

I always used to go catamaran sailing in Waikiki, but it was my first time on a Friday night. The cruise after sunset was wonderful, and with the calm sea and a sky full of stars, I was reminded once again of how great Hawaii is.

Speaking of Friday nights, there are the Hilton fireworks, and seeing the fireworks from the sea offers a panoramic view that feels different from watching them up close, which was really nice.

It seems that both Friday night and sunset cruises often get fully booked, so I recommend making a reservation in advance. By the way, alcoholic beverages are available for free flow. I enjoyed about three glasses of sparkling wine.

ワイキキでは必ずカタマランセーリングを利用していましたが、金曜夜は初めての利用でした。サンセット後のクルージングでしたが穏やかな海と満点の星に「やっぱりハワイはいいな～」とあらためて感じることができました。
金曜夜と言えばヒルトン花火ですが、海から見る花火はパノラマミックで近くで見るのとはまた違った感じでよかったです。
金曜夜はもちろん、サンセットクルーズも予約で満席になることが多いようです。ご利用の際には事前予約をおススメします。
ちなみにアルコール類がフリーフローでいただけます。スパークリングワインを3杯ほどいただきました。

Thank you very much for your help.
I was disappointed that the guest I was looking forward to wasn't there on the day, but the band that performed was very good, and the food and atmosphere were excellent.
If I have the opportunity to go to Hawaii again, I would definitely like to use your services.

大変お世話になりました。
当日、目当てのゲストではなかったので残念でしたが、当日のバンドの方達もとてもよく、お料理、雰囲気とても良かったです。
またハワイに行く時がありましたら是非利用させていただきたいと思っております。

We participated during our honeymoon. Initially, I wanted to see a fire dance and did some research, but there weren't any interesting options close to our hotel (Royal Hawaiian), so we booked this show, which seemed to have a lot of content beyond just the fire dance.

I'm in my 30s and don't know much about Elvis or American songs from before that era. However, I think the show is enjoyable even if you don't know the songs. The overwhelming vocal talent and powerful dancing are definitely highlights.

We chose a dinner plan, but I felt that the time between the end of dinner and the start of the show was a bit long. The meal was satisfactory. If I go again, I think I would prefer just the show with one drink included.

新婚旅行中に参加しました。
当初はファイヤーダンスが見たいと思い、色々調べていたのですが、自分たちのホテル(ロイヤルハワイアン)から近いところで興味を引く催行が無く、ファイヤーダンス以外も盛りだくさんの内容で楽しめそうなこのショーを予約しました。

当方30代でエルビスやそれより前のアメリカの曲はあまり知りません。ですが、わからなくても楽しめる内容になっていると思います。
圧倒的な歌唱力とパワフルなダンスが見ものです。

ディナー付きのプランを選択しましたが、ディナー終了からショーまでの時間が少し長いかなと感じました。食事は及第点。
次回行くのならばワンドリンク付きのショーのみでイイかなと思いました。

Due to the storm approaching the Hawaiian Islands from the previous day, the event was held indoors, and I didn't feel much benefit from the diamond seating arrangement. The meals were served buffet-style, and while there was some priority, it was mostly free seating. Additionally, there were very long lines, with a gap of over 30 minutes between the front and the back, so there's room for improvement there. As for the food, I thought it was just okay. However, the show itself was highly entertaining and very enjoyable.

前日からのストームがハワイ諸島接近で雨風強く室内での開催となり席の配置がダイヤモンドでも余りメリットを感じなかった、また食事はビッフェ式だが一応優先はあったがほぼ自由となり、また非常に長い列が発生し軽く30分以上は先頭と最後尾には差があったのでそこは改善余地あり、食事内容はまあこんなもんかなぁと思う内容だった。しかしショー自体はエンターテイメントが高く見応え充分でした。

Amazing experience. Everyone was supper nice and the entertainment was amazing as well

I made a reservation to board the cruise in time for the Hilton fireworks. The meeting point is at the beach at the end of the path lined with surfboards, located between the Halekulani and the Sheraton. Most of the participants were foreigners, but there was no problem joining even if you can't speak English. Once we set sail, they started serving drinks, including Mai Tais. There is a bartender in the middle of the boat, so you can go there to get your drinks. Although it's an all-you-can-drink option, you need to actively go and ask for more, as they won't come to you.

The Hilton fireworks aren't as impressive compared to Japanese fireworks, but the night cruise with the sea breeze was quite pleasant.

ヒルトンの花火に合わせて予約して乗船しました。集合場所は、ハレクラニとシェラトンの間にある、サーフィンボードがたくさん並べてある通路の突き当たりのビーチ。外人さんが8割方でしたが、英語が喋れなくても参加に問題はありません。出航すると、マイタイを始めドリンクを配り始めてくれます。基本的には船の真ん中にバーテンダーがいますのでそこに取りに行ってうけとります。飲み放題とはありますが、自分からどんどんもらいに行かないと、向こうからはきいてくれないです。
ヒルトンの花火、日本の花火と比べたら、大したことはありませんが、潮風を受けながらのナイトクルーズ、結構気持ち良かったです。

We were blessed with great weather and enjoyed a wonderful sunset while having a good time with wine and beer. I prefer this type of boat over large cruise ships. Whenever I visit Hawaii, I always join a tour that includes a ride on a catamaran. The special feeling that you can't experience every day is the best. I highly recommend it to everyone.

天気に恵まれ素敵な夕日を見ながら、ワインとビールで楽しいひとときを過ごすことができました。私は大型クルーズ船より今回のような船の方が好きです。ハワイに訪れると必ずカタマラン船に乗船するツアーに参加します。普段味わえない特別感が最高。皆さんにもお薦めです。

Wonderful evening on the Star of Honolulu! Entertainment & music was fantastic! A huge thank you to all the entertainers, staff, musicians, crew & captain of the ship! Our wait staff, Nicole was exceptional! They all made our evening memorable!

Greg was such a great guide, he knew a lot about the stars and different myths relating to them. He pointed out constellations and heavenly bodies throughout the night and told us about how stars played a role in Hawaiian, Asian, and European societies. You can see so many stars out there compared to the city, and the high-tech telescope got us some amazingly close views of Saturn and a nebula. This is an awe-inspiring experience!

I participated in this tour without hesitation because it offered a luau show at the Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, which is close to the hotel and right in the heart of Waikiki.

First, we were guided to the dining area on the terrace. The staff entertained everyone with songs and dances even before the meal started. At the end, they got everyone involved in a hula experience, which was a lot of fun. The buffet-style meal was all very delicious, and I had to be careful not to overeat.

After the meal, we were taken to the theater. Our seats were in the front row of the second floor, which I thought was a nice perk of this tour. On the first floor, the people enjoying their luxurious meals had not finished yet. I was glad to have my meal in the open-air terrace seating, which had a very relaxed atmosphere. Being on the second floor also allowed me to see the entire stage clearly.

The show began, and the dancers were singing and dancing energetically. The stage setup and production were very eye-catching. I was surprised when a dancer descended from the ceiling.

Both the hula and the songs were very captivating. The rock and roll songs and dances were great too. The Elvis Presley impersonator sounded just like him, and the excitement reached its peak when he walked around the venue, shaking hands and hugging people. After that, when Michael Jackson appeared, my husband and I were very satisfied with the nostalgic songs. He was a bit on the heavier side, but his singing and dancing were very similar.

The final fire dance was the highlight for me. It might have been the best Polynesian dance I've ever seen.

Before I knew it, we reached the finale. It was a very luxurious moment to experience both the hula and rock and roll show. I would love to participate again.

This is a highly recommended show that is worth seeing at least once.

　ホテルからも近くワイキキの中心にあるロイヤル・ハワイアン・ショッピングセンターでルアウショーが観れるということで、迷わずこのツアーに参加しました。
　始めにテラスにある食事会場に案内されました。案内してくれたスタッフが食事の前から、歌や踊り踊りでみんなを楽しませてくれます。最後には、会場のみんなを巻き込んでのフラ体験で盛り上げてくれました。ブッフェ形式の食事は、どれもたいへん美味しく、食べ過ぎてしまわないように気をつけて食べました。
　食事が終わって、シアターに案内されました。座席は、２階の最前列でした。これもこのツアーの特典なのかなと思いました。１階では、豪華な食事をしている人たちの食事がまだ終わっていませんでした。私は、オープンエアのテラス席で開放的な雰囲気で食事ができてよかったと思いました。また、２階席だったので、ステージ全体が見渡せたのでよかったです。
　ショーが始まりました。ダンサーが所狭しと踊ったり歌ったりしていました。舞台装置、演出とても目を引かれました。途中でダンサーが天井からぶらさっがってきたのにはビックリでした。
　フラも歌もとても見どころがありとても引き付けられました。ロックンロールの歌や踊りもよかったです。
　エルビスプレスリーの歌声もそっくりでたいへん盛り上がりました。プレスリーが会場の中を回って握手やハグをして盛り上がりは最高潮でした。その後のマイケルジャクソンの登場で私たち夫婦も懐かしい歌に大満足でした。ちょっと太めのマイケルでしたが、歌や踊りはとても似ていました。
　最後のファイヤーダンスは、私としては一番でした。今まで見たポリネシアンダンスの中でも一番かも。
　あっという間にフィナーレを迎えました。フラとロックンロールショーの両方が見ることができたいへん贅沢なひと時でした。また参加したいツアーでした。
　一度は、見る価値のあるお勧めのショーです。

My wife and I took a Saturday evening sunset cruise while in Oahu on our honeymoon. It was the perfect ending for our trip.

The pickup was efficient and smooth from our Waikiki hotel. The crew did a great job of interacting with the guest and sharing their knowledge of the sea-life and other boats we saw. We even saw a school of dolphins! The food was also plentiful and good.

The best advice I can give, the best night to go is Friday so you can stay longer and view the fireworks, but is best to book early because it probably won't be available to book once you get to Hawaii.