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Waimea Valley Toa Luau & Free Admission Entry Ticket to Waimea Falls [5:00 PM]
Awesome luau, beautiful falls hike
Activity Date: 2022/02/11 | Posted on: 2022/02/27

This luau was our first one but far superior to another one we did later in our trip. The food was great, the scenery gorgeous, and the performers were talented and entertaining. The MC Cousin Billy was truly funny and informative. We had a blast! The next day we did the hike to Waimea Falls and that was excellent as well. I could have floated in the waterfall all day. We spent part of each North Shore day at the Waimea Falls complex and I highly recommend it.

Packages: [5:00 PM Show] Gold Package: Premium Seating + Two Drinks
Attended as: Couples
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Aloha Michelle, and mahalo for your review! We are delighted to know you had a great time at the luau and we are so glad too that you were able to come back to Waimea Valley to tour the waterfalls and the botanical garden. Unfortunately, it's not something that everybody gets to do. I'm just so glad you made it. :-) Mahalo for your kind review really; it's something that we take joy from, knowing that what we have set out to do is meeting expectations, and we intend to keep it that way. We hope to see you again - come see us when you're back in the island. Until then, may God bless you and yours :-)

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Waimea Valley Toa Luau & Free Admission Entry Ticket to Waimea Falls [5:00 PM]
Amazing!
Activity Date: 2022/02/25 | Posted on: 2022/02/27

This luau is the best! We were staying at the Hilton Hawaiian Village and saw the luau they had from our room. Toa Luau is 100times better that that one! I especially appreciated the intimate and gorgeous setting! The activities they had engaged my 5 and 2 year olds… and had them attentive the whole night! The intimate setting and the care and pride they take in their heritage shows up in the way they do it all! It was personable, intimate, and the wittiest host, Cousin CeCe! I am beyond words for this beautiful experience! Mahalo!

Packages: [5:00 PM Show] Gold Package: Premium Seating + Two Drinks
Attended as: Families with Young Children
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Aloha Cindy, and mahalo for the time you spent with us at the luau! We thank you for choosing us over other luaus, and we are delighted to see too that in the pics you sent us we see nothing but joy in everyone's faces including the kids. Mahalo! we hope to see you guys at the luau again :-)

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Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
It's a really fun experience. Everyone was super nice.
Activity Date: 2022/02/25 | Posted on: 2022/02/27
Lei

It's a really fun experience. Everyone was super nice.

Packages: Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show
Attended as: Solo Travelers
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Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
DON'T HESITATE, YOU MUST GO!!!
Activity Date: 2022/02/19 | Posted on: 2022/02/21

Outstanding performance!!! You must see!!! All villages are incredible!! All shows were performed with a nice sense a humor, you feel like you came at Stand Up show!!! We laughed so hard, our belly and cheek were hurt :)))) It totally worth it, do not think too much! The ticket is valid for 3 days entry, unfortunately we did not know that so we came on our last day on vacation :( Oh, almost forgot, the Gateaway buffet is delicious!!!

Packages: Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show
Attended as: Couples
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Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
The Polynesian Culture Center is a must see!!
Activity Date: 2021/12/21 | Posted on: 2022/01/17

I would highly recommend that anyone who visits the islands go explore the Polynesian Culture Center. There is rich culture and knowledge and pride to be embraced. The tribes are welcoming and the proceeds go toward supporting the local college students. They engage the crowds and make it fun. The food and entertainment is amazing. There are several local artists with shops for souvenirs to take home. I’ve made it a point to visit the center every time I’ve visited the island and it’s always amazing.

Packages: Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show
Attended as: Families with Young Children
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Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
Great experience learning about the different polynesian culturals..
Activity Date: 2022/01/07 | Posted on: 2022/01/10

Great time and experience, did all 6 villiages and most of the activities and/or performcances. All very insightful and interesting in their own way with each of the 6. Would easily go back again and do it all over. Everyone there was helpful and always asking if you needed any help or to answer questions in general. Great for the family or take your date. Show in the evening was outstanding as well.

Packages: Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show
Attended as: Couples
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Waimea Valley Toa Luau & Free Admission Entry Ticket to Waimea Falls [5:00 PM]
super fun MUST do experience
Activity Date: 2021/12/07 | Posted on: 2022/01/03

Thank you for the great evening!!! Our family enjoyed everything and even learned a little Polynesian tradition and history - Thanks!!!!!!!!!!

Packages: [5:00 PM Show] Silver Package: Standard Seating + One Drink
Attended as: Families with Young Children
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Aloha and mahalo for your review Rich! We are glad the whole family enjoyed at the luau. We hope to see you soon!

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North Shore Sunset & Daytime Horseback Riding with Ocean Views - Gunstock Ranch
Total blast - even with rain
Activity Date: 2021/12/29 | Posted on: 2021/12/31

This was a nice easy ride. Our group took a bit longer because we had so many horses stop for bathroom breaks - one stopped 3x!! The wranglers were awesome! We had Cole and Hannah (Montana). Although it was wet and windy we still got some great views of the ocean. I was lucky enough to ride Autograph who has been in movies and TV shows like Magnum PI & Hawaii Five-O. She was a great horse. We enjoyed the ride a lot and would definitely come back for the longer ride next time.

Packages: Scenic Express Ride (1 Hour)
Attended as: Families
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Hidden Gems at Gunstock Ranch Guided Tour - Private ATV Off-Road Adventure
Not for the faint-of-heart
Activity Date: 2021/11/29 | Posted on: 2021/12/12

This adventure is for the thrill-seeker; definitely not for the faint-of-heart. It was not what we expected as we hoped to see Hawaiian countryside that we couldn't see from a tour bus. What we saw were a lot of trees and hills and horses. We held on for dear life as the tour guide drove at high speed around curves and up and down hills. The campfire dinner was very good, but it was difficult to enjoy it because the wind was so strong and chilly. Some people might really appreciate this adventure, but it was not for us.

Packages: 2-hour Sunset Off-Road Tour with Campfire Dinner
Attended as: Friends
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Hidden Gems at Gunstock Ranch Guided Tour - Private ATV Off-Road Adventure
Family fun adventure
Activity Date: 2021/11/20 | Posted on: 2021/12/11

Our drivers were fantastic! We learned a ton about the land and enjoyed the picnic lunch near the end. Beautiful views again, the two girls that toured us around very fun and tailored the experience to the vehicle. We had adults in one and children in the other. By far our favorite activity during our stay in Oahu.

Packages: 90-min Off-Road Tour with Picnic Lunch
Attended as: Families
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Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
Must see!!
Activity Date: 2021/12/03 | Posted on: 2021/12/07

I went on my actual birthday and it was theeeee best birthday present I could’ve ever given to myself! The breath of life show was amazing!!! The buffet was delicious!!! The learning of everything was soooo beneficial and the overall experience was very knowledgeable and fun!! Loved it!

Packages: Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show
Attended as: Solo Travelers
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Waimea Valley Toa Luau & Free Admission Entry Ticket to Waimea Falls [5:00 PM]
Best Luau on the Island. Not just a show, a real family experience.
Posted on: 2021/11/22

Easily the best Luau on the island. Real hands on experience for the whole family.
This was certainly the highlight of our week in Hawaii. We stayed at the Hilton Lagoon Resort in Waikiki. Our condo overlooked their Luau which we watched twice from our balcony. I can only describe their Luau as trip to McDonald's. It was big and all but was certainly nothing special and nothing personal. They seat about 400 people with most tables seated far away from the stage. Compare that to our experience at Toa Luau and it was like fine dining as compared to a trip to McDonalds. Toa opens up with hands on experiences for everyone. While the guests do not get to climb a coconut tree they do show how it has been for hundreds of years. Guests are given the opportunity to peel off the husks, crack a coconut, and shred the meat. The above ground cooking oven was quite interesting. From there we started with the stage show and took a tour of the Pacific Islands. This is the Luau you want to attend, you will not be disappointed.

Attended as: Families
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Aloha and mahalo for the good review Michael! We are glad to hear that you had a great experience with us and enjoyed the food we prepared for you guys. We would love to see you again soon!

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Hidden Gems at Gunstock Ranch Guided Tour - Private ATV Off-Road Adventure
Amazing
Activity Date: 2021/11/12 | Posted on: 2021/11/14

we had a great time. Our guide was really kind and very funny. The scenery is exceptional and the meal delicious. Huge thanks to Cole Volpe our guide who gave us a taste of the fruits we found on the ranch and drove us like a pro. Thanks for all

Packages: 2-hour Sunset Off-Road Tour with Campfire Dinner
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Waimea Valley Toa Luau & Free Admission Entry Ticket to Waimea Falls [5:00 PM]
Awesome Experience
Activity Date: 2021/11/05 | Posted on: 2021/11/07

This luau was super great and family oriented. The whole staff puts so much effort into a great show! As well it is so awesome to get a free pass to Waimea falls, great purchase for your buck!!

Packages: [5:00 PM Show] Silver Package: Standard Seating + One Drink
Attended as: Couples
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Aloha and mahalo Kara for the great review and 5-star rating. We are glad to know that you enjoyed the luau and had a great experience at Waimea falls. We would love to see you guys again soon!

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Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
Educational and entertaining
Activity Date: 2021/10/21 | Posted on: 2021/10/22

Great place to visit. Highly recommend going but honestly will next time rent a car or take an Uber and just pay at the park or on line for tickets. We went with buffet and stayed for the show. Things could get hairy at the end because the bus you arrive in may not be the same you head back on. There are multiple buses waiting and you have to ask each driver if they are going to your stop. We were very lucky to hit the right bus on the first try. Need a better system. Great place to visit with kids. Folks there are super friendly.

Packages: Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show
Attended as: Couples
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Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
Fun and beautiful!
Activity Date: 2021/10/05 | Posted on: 2021/10/07

The Polynesian Cultural Center is a beautiful, fun, living museum. Pacific Island Native people use songs and traditional dances to tell the stories of their culture. They have reverence for the Islands and also have fun showing the beauty and fun of their heritage. We visitors are referred to as “Family”. We are made to feel very welcome and are invited to participate in crafts, dance and games with the Island people. The Buffett and the show are wonderful. Thank you!!!

Packages: Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show
Attended as: Families
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Hidden Gems at Gunstock Ranch Guided Tour - Private ATV Off-Road Adventure
A Must Do trip.
Activity Date: 2021/10/04 | Posted on: 2021/10/06

Trinity and Roxy where amazing. Very informational tour around the whole ranch. Feeding the cows was a plus. Being able to have a picnic at the top with amazing views is just the best.

Packages: 90-min Off-Road Tour with Picnic Lunch
Attended as: Couples
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Waimea Valley Toa Luau & Free Admission Entry Ticket to Waimea Falls [5:00 PM]
Tao Luau
Activity Date: 2021/10/04 | Posted on: 2021/10/06
Lee

Tao Luau is the best outstanding food. Staff are friendly and welcoming

Packages: [5:00 PM Show] Gold Package: Premium Seating + Two Drinks
Attended as: Couples
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Aloha Lee and mahalo for giving us a great review! Glad to know you enjoyed the food we prepared for you and also enjoyed our company. We certainly hope to see you again soon!

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Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
This excursion is TOO LONG!
Activity Date: 2021/09/20 | Posted on: 2021/10/01

While we enjoyed the Polynesian Cultural Center overall, this day was entirely too long for our taste. There really wasn't much to do at the center to fill up our time, so we just sitting around waiting for the Luau dinner. And, the gift shop is on the other side of the entrance, so we couldn't even shop to kill time, which we would have loved to do.

The Luau was delicious, especially the welcome drink in the pineapple. And, the show was fantastic, but we were tired of being there all day.

So, if you want to waste a full day in paradise with not much to do, then this is the excursion for you.

Packages: Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as: Couples
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North Shore Sunset & Daytime Horseback Riding with Ocean Views - Gunstock Ranch
Gunstock Ranch horseback riding.
Activity Date: 2021/09/27 | Posted on: 2021/09/29

Great place for horseback riding.Really nice and friendly people and the trail was also good. Even the bathrooms were super clean.Would do it again !.

Packages: Scenic Express Ride (1 Hour)
Attended as: Families with Young Children
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Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
Polynesian Cultural Center
Activity Date: 2021/09/18 | Posted on: 2021/09/22

HAD A GREAT TIME. IT WAS NICE TO LOOK AT THE DIFFERENT CULTURES AT OUR OWN PACE. SPENT THE WHOLE DAY THERE. THE LUAU AND BUFFET WAS STUNNING. THANK YOU FOR A GREAT TIME. THE SHOW WAS ALSO AWESOME.

Packages: Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as: Couples
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North Shore Sunset & Daytime Horseback Riding with Ocean Views - Gunstock Ranch
Amazing experience!!!
Activity Date: 2021/09/18 | Posted on: 2021/09/20

Amazing views, friendly guides, smooth rides.
I couldn’t have asked for more. I’m so glad I chose Gunstock Ranch I can’t
Wait to return again!

Packages: Scenic Express Ride (1 Hour)
Attended as: Families with Young Children
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Waimea Valley Toa Luau & Free Admission Entry Ticket to Waimea Falls [5:00 PM]
So welcoming
Activity Date: 2021/09/08 | Posted on: 2021/09/10

Amazing hospitality!!! What a wonderful family that just wants to serve. Loved every minute of the dancing and music. Food was delicious and authentic. Thank you for having us.

Packages: [5:00 PM Show] Silver Package: Standard Seating + One Drink
Attended as: Couples
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Aloha and mahalo Mr. and Mrs. Niles for giving us a great review! We are happy to hear that you had a great experience with us and enjoyed every bit of the luau. Good to know you enjoyed the food we prepared for you, hope we'd see you guys soon and enjoy the dancing, music, and performances again!

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Hidden Gems at Gunstock Ranch Guided Tour - Private ATV Off-Road Adventure
Even Better than Expected!
Activity Date: 2021/08/07 | Posted on: 2021/08/29

Our tour guide was Brailey and she was so sweet! The ride was beautiful, dinner was delicious, and the views were unbelievable! Private dinner overlooking the jungle on one side and the ocean on the other! Definitely would recommend!

Packages: 2-hour Sunset Off-Road Tour with Campfire Dinner
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Hidden Gems at Gunstock Ranch Guided Tour - Private ATV Off-Road Adventure
Utv tour
Activity Date: 2021/08/25 | Posted on: 2021/08/27

Our tour guide, Carl was wonderful. The experience was great I love it and we had so much fun.

Packages: 90-min Off-Road Tour with Picnic Lunch
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Waimea Valley Toa Luau & Free Admission Entry Ticket to Waimea Falls [5:00 PM]
Highlight of our trip!
Activity Date: 2021/08/25 | Posted on: 2021/08/27

What a great intimate Polynesian experience! The luau was the highlight of our trip. Our host, Bill, was awesome, as well as Chris, who shared how they cook and serve their traditional meals. Beautiful and exciting dancing. The food was delicious. We really felt the Ohana spirit! Highly recommend!

Packages: [5:00 PM Show] Gold Package: Premium Seating + Two Drinks
Attended as: Families
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Aloha Joni and mahalo for giving us a great review. We are happy to know that our luau was the highlight of your trip. Bill, Chris, and everyone at Toa Luau would love to see you guys again soon and enjoy the food and performances the second time around. God Bless!

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North Shore Sunset & Daytime Horseback Riding with Ocean Views - Gunstock Ranch
One hour horse back riding
Activity Date: 2021/08/25 | Posted on: 2021/08/27

It was our first time Horseback riding. My family and I had a very memorable time thanks to Gunstock ranch.

Packages: Scenic Express Ride (1 Hour)
Attended as: Families
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Hidden Gems at Gunstock Ranch Guided Tour - Private ATV Off-Road Adventure
Awesome experience
Activity Date: 2021/08/13 | Posted on: 2021/08/15

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Packages: 2-hour Sunset Off-Road Tour with Campfire Dinner
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Hidden Gems at Gunstock Ranch Guided Tour - Private ATV Off-Road Adventure
One of the best experiences during our visit to Hawaii
Activity Date: 2021/07/13 | Posted on: 2021/08/10

My family and I were blown away the most after the fun bouncy atv riding to end up with a private beautiful campfire set up for dinner. The food was great the scenery was marvelous and the camp fire was fun. My kids adored our two guides especially. They were very friendly, awesome knowledgeable tour guides, and made our rides very fun and enjoyable. We would definitely recommend to anyone and everyone who goes to Hawaii check this place out. The cows make you laugh, they know when its feeding time for sure!

Thanks so much for our wonderful memories made there
We will be back!

Packages: 2-hour Sunset Off-Road Tour with Campfire Dinner
Attended as: Families with Young Children
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Waimea Valley Toa Luau & Free Admission Entry Ticket to Waimea Falls [5:00 PM]
Toa Luau
Activity Date: 2021/06/23 | Posted on: 2021/07/17

The Luau was amazing. The surroundings were beautiful. Highly recommend.

Packages: [5:00 PM Show] VIP Package: Front Row Seating + Three Drinks
Attended as: Couples
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Aloha and Mahalo Jeannette for giving us a great review and rating. We are glad you had a great time with us at the luau and enjoyed Waimea Valley. Hope to see you guys again soon!

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