Reviewed by: レモンソーダ
This is a theme park where you can see and experience the culture and shows of the Polynesian islands. I participated in an afternoon tour specifically for the evening show. The local Japanese student guide provided clear explanations about the countries of Polynesia, which was very educational.
The buffet had a wide variety of dishes and was easy to enjoy. The evening show lived up to its reputation, featuring a grand and impressive performance with a storyline, and the dancing was wonderful and moving. I would love to see it again. Next time, I want to go on a tour that departs in the morning so I can take my time exploring.
ポリネシアの島々の文化やショーを見たり体験できるテーマパークです。イブニングショー目当てに午後からのツアーに参加しました。
日本人現地学生ガイドさんにポリネシアの国々を分かりやすく説明いただき大変勉強になりました。
ビッフェも沢山の種類があり食べやすかったです。
イブニングショーは評判通り、ストーリー性のある壮大で圧巻な演出、ダンスも素晴らしく感動的なショーでした。また観たいと思いました。今度は午前中出発のゆっくり回れるツアーで行きたいです。
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| Packages: | 【送迎付き】ミニツアー+ビュッフェディナー + イブニングショー(ゴールド席) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/12/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/11/15 |
Reviewed by: tes
Over 100 performers showcase songs and dances in a storytelling format. I've seen various luau shows, but this one is completely theatrical. Fortunately, I was seated in the front row, and I could feel the heat from the fire show, which was incredibly powerful.
Before the show starts, a Japanese guide takes you around the vast Polynesian Center, which was truly appreciated. For first-time visitors, it's easy to get lost and confused about where everything is.
100人以上の演者が物語形式で歌や踊りを披露します。ルアウショーは色々と見ましたが、こちらは完全に演劇です。幸運にも一番前の席に座れて、ファイアーショーの火の熱まで伝わって来てすごい迫力でした。
ショーが始まる前に広大なポリネシアセンターを日本人のガイドさんが回ってくれるのですが、これが本当にありがたかったです。初めて訪れる人はどこに何があるか掴めずグダグダになること間違いないです。
ショーの写真及びビデオ撮影は禁止ですのでお気をつけて
そういえばツアーの説明に写真ブースにて来園記念の写真撮影 があると書いてあったのですがそれはなかったですね。まあ要らないんですが。
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| Packages: | 【送迎付き】ミニツアー+ビュッフェディナー + イブニングショー(ブロンズ席) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/11/22 |
Reviewed by: Chipps
Everything about the day and evening was terrific ☺️
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/10/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/10/21 |
Reviewed by: Joe
I was only expecting to participate in the buffet and the show in the evening, but when I checked in, there were still about an hour left before the Polynesian exhibition closes, and the ticket included it. This definitely worth much more than how much I paid!
Check in as early as you can!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/10/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/10/13 |
Reviewed by: ムネ
I returned home extremely satisfied after experiencing a show that exceeded my expectations. The storytelling was captivating, and the climax was so powerful that it brought me to tears.
想像以上の最高のショウーで大変満足し帰ってきました。物語性になっていて、ラストは涙が出るほどのめり込む迫力で感動いたします。
I usually have a bad experience when it comes to shows with meals included, but this was very delicious and satisfying, so I highly recommend it.
ショーを見て食事付きとなればたいてい良くない経験でしたが、大変美味しく満足できてお勧めいたします。
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| Packages: | 【送迎付き】ミニツアー+ビュッフェディナー + イブニングショー(ブロンズ席) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/09/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/09/25 |
Reviewed by: Tim H
We went to the Polynesian show at WDW years ago and this one blew it out of the water. Fantastic family atmosphere.
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| Packages: | [5:00 PM Show] VIP Package: Front Row Seating + Three Drinks |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/09/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/09/12 |
Reviewed by: Claudia Araceli Arias
We did several activities in Hawaii but if I had to choose one as my favorite, it would be this one. You get to do a little bit of everything, it’s like the whole Hawaii experience. This is great family tour. I loved it so much! Plus the buffet dinner is included which was amazing! The night show for me was the best part. I can’t describe how much I loved it!
Wear comfy shoes, wear a light sweater and take some sunglasses!
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2025/08/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/05/13 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Loved visiting each village and getting to learn about the unique traditions they hold! Fabulous put on.
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2025/07/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/06/07 |
Reviewed by: Great!
I was surprised by the aesthetics, the professionalism and friendliness of the staff, the quality of the performances, the abundance and taste of the food!
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/07/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/06/27 |
Reviewed by: Kara
An amazing full-day experience - the island villages were interactive and educational, dinner at the Gateway Buffet was solid
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2025/06/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/06/03 |
Reviewed by: Parks Family
Tonight we went to an immersive and interactive luau -it was simply the best and I would highly recommend!
We all had such a great time - we were welcomed like family! We loved learning to drum, spin fire “knives”, wrap fish for cooking, bury the fish to cook on the hot rocks, have a traditional kava ceremony, and weave tea leaves to make bracelets, leis, etc. We then had a catered kalua pork dinner and got to eat the fish we wrapped and cooked. This was so much better than the commercialized luaus we have attended before! If you want a true family experience this is for you. If you want the commercialized cocktail filled experience this isn’t it!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/06/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/06/18 |
Reviewed by: Lilan
We only bought the entrance tickets and drove ourselves to the Polynesian Center. The journey there was also a wonderful experience—we really enjoyed the views and the local residents. The center was very beautiful, and there were also lovely stalls where you could buy souvenirs. The staff was very hospitable. We enjoyed the many presentations from different islands. We enjoyed the welcome show. The final show was amazing, as was the buffet. Our compliments!
Let me know if you’d like any adjustments!
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/06/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/05/13 |
Reviewed by: Rivers family
Coming from Alaska, It was an awesome experience to see different cultures.
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/05/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/05/12 |
Reviewed by: David A
My son and I learned so much about the polynesian people and their culture and pride in their ancestry and the spokes person for each island was both funny and informative. I would definitely do this again and the life of breath show was amazing, sat on the front row and a few performers shook our hands after the show!
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/05/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/05/22 |
Reviewed by: Cox Clan
The hospitality was amazing and the food was great! Worth every penny!
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| Packages: | [5:00 PM Show] Silver Package: Standard Seating + One Drink |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2025/05/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/05/20 |
Reviewed by: Kara
What a top-tier luau in a beautiful setting at Waimea Valley! Highly recommended
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| Packages: | [5:00 PM Show] VIP Package: Front Row Seating + Three Drinks |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2025/05/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/04/23 |
Reviewed by: れ。
The cultural center was amazing! The buffet had a wide variety of options, blending Japanese and Western styles, and my daughter seemed to enjoy it too! The shows were all in English, but I was completely captivated by the fun atmosphere created by the dancers! I think the quality was high, with a storyline that made it enjoyable even for those who don't understand English.
What was disappointing was the tour conductor.
They were responsible for the transportation from Waikiki to the venue and arranging the tickets, but when I arrived at the meeting point just 5 minutes before departure, I was scolded for being late and told it was a 10-minute departure. We sped to the center, and upon arrival, there was hardly any explanation before we dashed to the ticket booth. They quickly explained only the location of the show and left. I would have liked more information about what the tickets allowed access to and details about the activities inside that were not available.
カルチャーセンターは最高でした!
ビュッフェの種類もとても豊富で和洋折衷なんでもあり、一緒に行った娘も楽しめたようです!
ショーは全て英語でしたがダンサーさんの楽しい雰囲気にすっかり呑まれました!
クオリティ高く、ストーリー性があって英語がわからなくても楽しめるように作られていたと思います。
残念だったのがツアーコンダクターです。
ワイキキから現地までの送りとチケットの手配までの仕事でしたが…
出発5分前に集合場所に行ったら「10分前出発です。遅い」と怒られ、ものすごい勢いで車を飛ばしてセンターに到着したと思ったら、ほぼ中の説明なくチケット売り場まで猛ダッシュ。ショーの場所だけ説明してさっさと帰ってしまいました。
チケットでどこまで入れてどこまでできるのか、や、中のアクティビティはできないことなど、もっと説明して欲しかったです。
This plan does not include buffet meals, show viewing, or activity experiences in the village area. The center was spacious enough to enjoy for a whole day, so please make a reservation according to y
このプランではビュッフェの食事とショーの観覧、村のエリアでアクティビティの体験はできません。
センターは丸一日楽しめる広さでしたので目的に応じて予約ください
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| Packages: | 【送迎付き】ビュッフェディナー & イブニングショー(ブロンズ席) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/05/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/05/03 |
Reviewed by: Klaage
Fantastisk oplevelse. Vi prøvede også for 18 år siden. Grunden til kun 4 stjerner er, at der er for kort tid til at opleve det hele. Vi kom sent derop pga vejarbejde (men havde en fantastisk chauffør), så show på vandet er godt igang og alle pladser optaget.
Der var flere rækker tomme sæder ved det store aftenshow. Hvorfor ikke lade andre sidde der, så de ser bedre?
Brug skemaet over hvad der sker, så du opnår så meget som muligt.
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/04/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/04/28 |
Reviewed by: Steve
We'll scheduled. Both drivers were really nice and friendly.
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/04/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/04/24 |
Reviewed by: Kilaun
Enjoyed the fact that we were able to learn about the different cultures and languages.
Dress comfortablily
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & |
| Attended as: | Others |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/04/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/04/10 |
Reviewed by: オムレツ
The show was powerful, and the audience's reaction was great, creating a wonderful sense of unity like a live performance. The buffet at Gateway had high quality and a variety of options, which left me very satisfied. The transportation was, in a good way, bland, so it worked well for me.
ショーは迫力があり、観客の反応も良いので、ライブのような一体感があり素晴らしいです。
Gatewayのビュッフェは質が高く、いろんなものがあり、大変満足でした。
送迎は、いい意味で無味乾燥だったので、僕にはよかったです。
A commemorative photo after the show is recommended!
ショー後の記念撮影はオススメ!
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| Packages: | 【送迎付き】ビュッフェディナー & イブニングショー(ブロンズ席) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Weather: | Rainy |
| Posted on: | 2025/04/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/04/03 |
Reviewed by: Mayra
We enjoyed learning about the different cultures. The best one was Samoa. The chief had us laughing the entire time. We even bought his paintings afterwards and he signed them. The buffet dinner was amazing. I recommend getting a tour guide as they can give you more information and take you through all the villages quicker.
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/03/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/03/20 |
Reviewed by: Serge
Activité à ne pas manquer! Chaque site était extraordinaire, beaucoup d’informations , très culturel! Le spectacle en fin de soirée à lui seul vaut le prix du billet, à couper le souffle
Je le recommande a tous
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/03/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/03/11 |
Reviewed by: Dd
Authentic and warm. Food was also excellent. Location was great
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| Packages: | [5:00 PM Show] Gold Package: Premium Seating + Two Drinks |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/20 |
Reviewed by: Oregon Lynn
This venue Is jam packed with things to do and see! Each village area representing an island of Polynesian was so informative and filled with fun activities. The students that perform are absolutely wonderful.
We were so impressed by the grand buffet, so much incredibly wonderful food.
The HA Breath of life performance was amazing! The driver of our bus that we went on told us that this show was one of the most authentic depictions of Polynesian culture on the whole island! I concur 100%
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/08 |
Reviewed by: GJR
This was my first luau and I really didn't know what to expect. I was greatly impressed with the quality of the program, the enthusiasm of the performers and the outstanding cuisine we enjoyed for the meal. The evening with the Toa Luau group was an unforgettable highlight to our visit to Hawaii. In addition to the luau, we had the opportunity to hike to the waterfall while enjoying the beauty of the botanical garden. As I said, the whole experience was unforgettable.
Greg & Janet R
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| Packages: | [5:00 PM Show] Silver Package: Standard Seating + One Drink |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/29 |
Reviewed by: Izzy
5/5 stars! The Polynesian Cultural Center Tour was a trip highlight! Well-organized, easy to follow, and bursting with energy. The setting was perfection!
Don't hesitate to get there early and have snacks for your little ones, so you don't miss the shows
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/24 |
Reviewed by: Kara
It was a good day, but there is a LOT going on. You could probably break it up into 2 days as the pass lets you come back for the day-time events.
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/12/05 |
Reviewed by: Neha
The Polynesian cultural centre was one of the best experiences ever. It was my family’s first time, we just loved it and we hope to go back in the future.
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/13 |
Reviewed by: Kara
It was good, but no alcohol so I would have went to another luau!
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/10/24 |
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Photography and video recording of the show are prohibited, so please be careful. By the way, it was mentioned in the tour description that there would be a photo booth for commemorative photos, but t