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Incredible attentive crew with a beautiful setting

The Luau dinner and Rock-A-Hula are situated at a very convenient location. The Luau buffet-style dinner had many different options including roast pig and dessert. The line was moving a bit slow. Not enough time to enjoy the food. The Rock-A-Show was very good. Really enjoyed the hula dancers and singing. Overall it is a great activity if you like dinner and show.

First time attending to this Luau and Polynesian Show called Rock -A-Hula. The dinner and show took place at a very convienent location along the Waikiki Beach. Getting situated to the seating was very easy. Staffs were very friendly and helpful. The dinner itself had a good variety buffet style and was tasty. Overall the line on waiting for the food could have been better. Took me appx 30 minutes before I was lining up for the buffet line. By the time I got my food, only had about 30 minutes left to eat. Felt a little rushed. The Rock-A-Hula definitely is a must see. Very nice production, dancers were great, and singers were impressive. Overall I highly recommend doing this activity.

For the price, and the drinks it was a good experience. However for the customer service could be a little more professional. Jokes are all great but crew members shouldn't be drinking and suggesting that I dance on a pole. Especially if I say no, it should be dropped and I shouldn't be told "i guess you don't like to have fun". Borderline sexual harassment.

As dusk approached and the effects of the drinks began to kick in, a couple sitting near the waves started making a big fuss on the net! They showed off their hot romance, receiving loud cheers and applause! I had a great time.

夕闇が迫り酔いも回りだすと、波被りの近くに座っているカップルがネットの上で大騒ぎ！
お熱ーいところを見せつけて、ヤンヤヤンヤの大喝采！
楽しい時間を過ごしました。

I enjoyed seeing Jupiter, Mars , Saturn and various stars through a powerful telescope. The tour guide was extremely knowledgeable pointing out lots of constellations that are visible to the naked eye. The sky was very clear, so we were able to see a lot.

Upon arrival to the Luau we were greeted by a young lady selling beautiful purple lei’s. Of course we had to have one not only for the beauty, but the feeling of being welcomed in to the community as well.
The host/dancer/MC/ bartender was extremely friendly with everyone. We were ushered to our seats by a wonderful young man that not only performed at the luau, but also at Rock a Hula. This young man was full of passion for the culture and the love of dance.
The drinks and pineapple were at great start to our dinner as well as the traditional dancing while we waited for the main course.
There was plenty of dishes to chose from including seafood, pork, beef, chicken, and even vegetarian choices. I personally recommend the fried pig skin as it was the absolute most delectable dish we were privy to enjoy during our visit. After dinner we tried each of the 5 different desserts. None of them blow your socks off, but are nonetheless tasty as well. There is also after dinner coffee for those of you who enjoy a nice hot cup of Joe before the Rock a Hula.
You could order drinks during dinner and before the Rock a Hula began as well.
The choice of a local musician and singer was a wonderful way to start the show. The classic Elvis performance seemed to fit the show perfectly and added to the fun filled and interactive show. The only thing that felt out of place was the Michael Jackson performance. While it wasn’t bad, it just didn’t seem to fit in to the rest of the event in general. I would give the luau and Rock a Hula a 7 out of 10 stars.

Overall we got exactly what we were expecting, which, for us, was actually refreshing. So many businesses mislead these days. We were happy with our experience and pleasantly surprised at the Rock A Hula show afterwards.

Our first impression was great. The setup under the large tents and the decor and dishware were all very nice. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We were seated quickly and immediately served our complimentary Mai Tai and offered fresh pineapple at the table. We ordered more adult beverages and while they tasted fine, did not seem to have much if any alcohol in them. The MC did a good job of keeping things running smoothly and had an upbeat attitude. We enjoyed the dancers and learning to hula felt very welcoming. They presented the roasted pig with the traditional apple in its mouth. Definitely try some along with the crispy skin. We found the food at the buffet somewhat bland, but that was our experience throughout most of Hawaii.

After dinner we proceeded to the large theater for the show. This presentation is much bigger and longer than we anticipated. We would attend this show by itself without the dinner and pay handsomely for it. The Elvis and MJ impersonators were great! The charisma and crowd interactions of both of them and other entertainers were spot on! The show is a bit long and disjointed though. And while we do love MJ and his songs, some seemed a bit "off-brand" for a Hawaiian themed hula show. Thriller was one, even though the zombies were great and so was Michael.

Overall we'd give the luau and show a 7 out of 10. Food and drinks could be better and show could be shorter and more on-brand. We would still highly recommend it, especially for the price.

Such a lovely cruise so well organised from start to finish crew and staff couldn’t do enough for you so nice and friendly great evening food good as well

This was a lovely trip! We booked this as a pre-wedding trip for us and our 15 guests (from the UK)
Everyone enjoyed it and had so much fun! The drinks weren't monitored, but between our group it worked out as some had none and some had more! The people on there were lovely. My friend felt really sick as some waves were intense! The staff kept checking on her and gave her tips on how to feel better.
In case it's not thought of - you get onto the boat straight on the beach and have to paddle into the sea (not from a dock or ramp) so be mindful of the clothes you wear or ease of shoes / taking off etc.
We also got a refund for 2 people as they couldn't make it - super service and experience all round !! :) Definitely recommend !

This is my second time on the boat. The sunset viewed from the beach is beautiful enough, but the sunset from here was truly exceptional. It's a good idea to bring a towel since you'll be stepping into the water when boarding and disembarking. Also, the wind can be colder than expected while on the boat, so it's advisable to have a jacket.

今回2回目の乗船。
ビーチからみるサンセットも十分綺麗ですが、ここから見るサンセットはやはり格別のものがありました。
船の乗降で海に足がつかるためタオルを持参したほうがいいです。また乗船中は予想以上に風が冷たくなるので上着もあったほうがいいです。

Was a great time for all of us. We all loved it. The entertainment was great

The meals were served buffet-style, and I was able to eat until I was full. The flavors were delicious. The focus was on meat, but there were also fish and vegetables available. The seating arrangement during the meal felt a bit cramped. It seems that seats are assigned based on the order of arrival at the venue. During the show, we wore masks while watching. It seemed that not many people around me were wearing masks. There appeared to be many tourists from outside Japan. Some staff members could speak a little Japanese. The hula dance and fire dance were also enjoyable.

食事はビッフェ形式で、お腹いっぱい食べることができました。味も美味しかったです。
お肉が中心でしたが、魚や野菜もありました。
食事中の座席の間隔は狭い印象です。会場到着順に座席が指定されているようです。
ショー中はマスクを着用して、鑑賞しました。
周りの方はあまりマスクはしておりません。
日本国外の観光客の方が多い印象でした。
スタッフは日本語も多少しゃべれる方がおりました。
フラダンスにファイヤーダンスもあり楽しかったです。

I had been going to Hawaii every year, but due to the pandemic, it had been three years since my last visit. Usually, I would watch hula shows on the Big Island, Maui, or Kauai. This time, I was excited to participate in the Rock-a-Hula show in Waikiki for the first time.

The buffet seating was surprisingly cramped, considering the pandemic, and the food was average, so I can't really recommend it. After the meal, we moved to the hall where the show began. Whether or not the performers resembled Michael Jackson and Elvis Presley is another story, but the indoor performance was glamorous and provided a fun time.

If I have someone to take to Hawaii again, I would like to participate once more.

毎年通っていたハワイもコロナ禍で３年ぶり、例年はハワイ島やマウイ島、カウアイ島でフラショーを見ることが恒例でした。
今回はワイキキで初めて見るロック・ア・フラショウを楽しみに参加しました。
ビュッフェはコロナ禍とは思えないほど狭い間隔に座らされ、食事の内容も普通であまりお勧めとは言えません。
食事の後、場所をホールに移動してショーが始まりました。
マイケルジャクソン、エルビスプレスリー（もどき）が似ているかは別として
室内での観劇は煌びやかで楽しいひと時でした。
またハワイへ連れていく人がいたら参加したいと思います。

This sunset cruise was an awesome way to end our vacation. The fireworks, food, entertainment and service was phenomenal. Ryan was our server and was so kind and service on point. Can't wait to return

The meal was delicious. However, the VIP guests ended up having their meals in a cramped seating arrangement, so there wasn't really a sense of exclusivity compared to others. The venue for the show isn't very large, so I thought that even seats in the back would be sufficient for viewing without needing to reserve VIP seats. The venue is quite cold, so a jacket is essential. There are impersonators of Elvis Presley and Michael Jackson, but they might not appeal to those from different generations. The fire show was good.

食事は美味しかったです。
ただVIP席の人たちも結局詰め詰めのお席での食事でしたので、他の方たちとの特別感は特になかったです。
ショーの会場内もそんなに広くないので、べつにVIPで予約しなくても後方の席でも十分観覧できるなと思いました。
会場はとにかく寒いので羽織ものは必須です。
エルビスプレスリーとマイケルジャクソンのモノマネさんがでてくるのですが、世代が違う方にはあまり受けないかもしれません。
ファイアーショーは良かったです。

Since it was my first time in Hawaii, I wanted to go to a luau show on Oahu and did some research. I decided on this one because of its great location in the heart of Waikiki. It's located within the Royal Hawaiian Center, so I could shop as well, and it was very convenient being so close to the hotel.

The evening started with a buffet, and the staff were very friendly. There were people from various countries at the same table, and we all introduced ourselves, creating a warm and friendly atmosphere. Don't worry if you can't speak English! When I mentioned it was our honeymoon, they even sang a song for us on the spot, which made me really happy.

The food was very American (laughs), and there was so much of it that I ended up quite full. After the meal, we headed to the show venue. The stage was much closer than I expected, and with a live band, it felt like a concert venue. The show started with hula dancing from different eras, followed by impersonators of Elvis Presley and Michael Jackson. All the songs were familiar, and I had a great time.

The highlight was definitely the fire dance. It was truly breathtaking. Overall, I felt it was worth attending, and I highly recommend it!

初めてのハワイということで、オアフ島内でルアウショーに行きたくて色々と調べていたのですが、ワイキキ中心にあるという立地の良さで決めました。ロイヤルハワイアンセンター内にあるので、買い物もできますしホテルからとても近くて大変便利でした。
まず初めはビュッフェから始まるのですが、スタッフの方たちがとてもフレンドリーでした。同じテーブルには様々な国の方がいらしていたのですが、みんなで自己紹介しあって和気あいあいとした雰囲気でした。英語ができなくても全然大丈夫です！新婚旅行だと伝えると即興で歌ってくださり、嬉しかったです。
食事内容はザ・アメリカンという感じ(笑)とにかく量が多いのでお腹いっぱいになりました。
食事が終わるとショー会場へ。
思ったよりもステージがとても近く、生バンドということもあり、ライブハウスのような感じでした。年代ごとのフラダンスから始まり、エルヴィスプレスリーとマイケルジャクソンのそっくりさんのステージ続きました。聴いたことある曲ばかりでとても楽しめました。
そしてなりよりも凄かったのがファイヤーダンスです。とにかく圧巻でした。全体を通して行ってよかったと思いました。おすすめです！

Really enjoyed our Sunset Cruise! The staff was very friendly and welcoming, the food was delicious and the entertainment was great. The entertainers were very talented and went above and beyond to make sure everyone had a great time.

This was a REAL sailing adventure! Not just a motor cruise out and back.
We headed out past Diamond Head where the wind gave us a real ride!
A beautiful view of the island from the water!
Everyone including the teenagers loved it!

What an amazing way to culturally connect with the indigenous peoples of Hawaii by sailing the beautiful waters like how our ancestors did. Amazing stories, singing, food and interactive activities and seeing the dolphins and honu (turtles) swimming alongside our wa’a (waka/ boat) was magical! We were well looked after and thoroughly enjoyed the friendly and relaxed hospitality. Definitely recommend this to people who are looking for an authentic, educational and fun experience of Hawaii. Mahalo!

●Meals
- The meal was a buffet outdoors.
- There were several long tables with chairs placed closely together, leaving almost no space between neighbors.
- The food, including the whole roasted pig, was delicious.

●Show
- The VIP seats provided a great sense of immersion.
- The shows featuring Elvis Presley and Michael Jackson were of a higher quality than I expected and very enjoyable.
- It was fantastic to also enjoy the Polynesian show.
- Photography (no flash) is allowed, but video recording is not permitted.
- I would like to use this service again.

●食事
　・屋外でのビュッフェの食事でした。
　・席は、長テーブルがいくつかあり、そこに椅子が隙間なくあり、隣の人との間隔はほぼありません。
　・豚の丸焼き他、食事は美味しかったです。

●ショー
　・ＶＩＰ席は臨場感がよく伝わり良かった。
　・エルビス・プレスリーとマイケル・ジャクソンのショーは、想像以上にクオリティが高く楽しめました。
　・ポリネシアショーも一緒に楽しむことができて最高でした。
　・写真撮影（ストロボＮＧ）はＯＫ、ビデオ撮影はＮＧです。
　・また、利用したいと思います。

Had a lovely evening with my fiancé, brother, and his wife. The food was excellent, and the sunset view was gorgeous at the top deck. The live shows were also very enjoyable. An overall wonderful experience that will never be forgotten.

This is my 2nd time doing a catamaran sunset cruise in Honolulu. I just can't get enough of it. If you're looking for something to do alone or as a couple, this is the place to be! It's always a good group of people, beautiful views and a relaxing ride. You won't be disappointed and this price is truly unbeatable! Do yourself a favor and book today!

Great sail and wonderful fireworks. The Manu Kai crew were fun and entertaining.

Enjoyed taking off from the beach

The crew was super attentive. We had a great time! They kept the drinks coming and the trip was beautiful.

This was one of the best activities for the money on our trip . The crew was amazing, it was a great time and can’t wait to do it again !

The timing was perfect and the scenery was amazing. I went alone, so I had various concerns, including about my English, but the staff member Kevin was very kind, and I was able to have a really enjoyable time.♡

時間帯も最高で景色も最高でした。
1人で行ったので英語も含め色々と不安でしたがスタッフのkevinさんがとても親切にしてくださったのでとても楽しい時間を過ごす事ができました♡

When I handed over the voucher, they guided me to my seat. The seat was a bit far from the stage, but there were some spontaneous hula dancers, which made it lively. Regarding the order, when I showed the paper, they only asked about the main dish, and since there were two of us, we received one of each type. I was very satisfied with the attentive service. The portion sizes were quite generous, and I couldn't finish everything. I definitely want to go again.

バウチャーの紙を渡すと席に案内してくれました。
席はステージから若干遠い遠いところでしたが、飛び入りでフラダンスをする方など盛り上がりました。
オーダーについては、紙を見せたら、メインのみ聞かれて、それ以外は2人だったので、１種類ずつ出てきました。非常に丁寧に対応してもらう大満足でした。
食事の量は、結構あって、食べきれませんでした。
また、行きたいなぁと思います。

Super romantic for our honeymoon! Great drinks and pleasantly surprising food! Super fresh food and lots of options! The roast beef was by far my favorite! The hosts were very accommodating and did everything they could in their power to make us feel special! After dinner show was also very entertaining and fun to watch. Everything else was a bonus because the sunset was the real star of the show! Take as many pics as you can!

Wonderful trip! The staff was friendly, beautiful views, and a fun environment. It was the perfect addition to our trip. Highly recommend!!