Aloha Kai Luau at Sea Life Park

Sea Life Park, Waimanalo, Hawaii
One of the most authentic luaus on Oahu! Enjoy oceanfront seating, a luau buffet, live music, and an award-winning Polynesian show.

Overview

Highlights

Hands-On Activities
Admission to Sea Life Park with Select Packages
Imu Ceremony and Hula Lesson
Transportation from Waikiki Available

What's Included

Shell Lei
One Drink Ticket
Cultural Activities
Buffet Dinner & Live Music
Award Winning Polynesian Show

Upgrades

Silver Package: Flower Lei, Deluxe Seating and a 5-day pass to Sea Life Park
Gold Package: Flower Lei, Welcome Mai Tai, Souvenir Photo, Gold Seating, 10-day pass to Sea Life Park
VIP Package: Flower Lei, Free Parking, Welcome Cocktail, Souvenir Photo, VIP Seating, 10-day pass to Sea Life Park
Round trip transportation from Waikiki (Two departure times available)

Description

Aerial view of Sea Life Park next to ocean on Oahu's East side.The Aloha Kai Luau is only fifteen miles from Waikiki, but it feels like a world away. The picturesque oceanfront setting and award-winning Polynesian show (plus the opportunity to explore Sea Life Park) set this luau apart from others on Oahu.

Aloha Kai is the only luau on the eastern coast of the island – and you may enjoy the drive there as much as you enjoy the luau. With the Pacific Ocean on your right and towering sea cliffs to your left, it's really a sight to behold. And the beautiful views don’t stop once you arrive at Sea Life Park, as the Aloha Kai Luau also overlooks the ocean with sea cliffs serving as the perfect backdrop.

Sea Life Park

General admission to Sea Life Park is included with most packages.  The Silver Package includes a 5 day pass and the Gold and VIP packages come with a 10 day pass! These package holders have the option to come back on another day to visit the park and/or explore the park before their luau. Sea Life Park is an aquarium and marine life park that focuses on education and conservation. The park has many shows, exhibits, and interactive programs that offer an opportunity to experience Hawaii’s marine life up-close: including sharks, dolphins, and sea lions. It’s a perfect excursion for families traveling with children or for adults interested in Hawaii’s marine life. The park is open daily from 10 am until 4 pm.

Luau cast members swing poi balls in front of a Hawaiian band. Once you make your way through Sea Life Park and arrive at the event grounds, you’ll be greeted with a lei and live Hawaiian music. There are several hands-on activities to take part in and mini demonstrations to watch before dinner begins. These activities may vary, but often they include hula or ukulele lessons, hands-on crafts like headband weaving or lei making, and short demonstrations on coconut tree climbing or fire starting.

A sampling of food items from the luau buffet, including a mai tai, seared ahi tuna and an assortment of desserts. Activity time is brought to a close by the Imu Ceremony – the unearthing of the in-ground oven and the removal of the roasted pig that has been slow cooking all day long. The buffet will then open, with the main entrée being the roasted Kalua pork, accompanied by chicken and fish entrées, several sides and salads – including traditional dishes such as Poi and Lomi Lomi Salmon – and cake and coffee for dessert.

Drinks are available at the tiki bar. Aloha Kai serves a limited selection of alcoholic drinks, including Mai Tais, beer, and wine. Soft drinks, fruit punch, coffee, and hot tea are also available.

Fire Knife dancer hold a flaming baton in his teeth at the Aloha Kai Luau on OahuOnce dinner is underway, the Aloha Kai luau show will begin. This is an award-winning Polynesian show, featuring dancers and performers representing the various Polynesian islands and their respective cultures. This talented group of performers will impress you with their grace, rhythm, and skill – and hopefully teach you a few things about Polynesian culture along the way. Each act is ushered in and out by the show’s comic MC and some luau guests will even get to show off their own hula skills during the show too. Of course, the highlight of any luau show is a thrilling fire-knife performance, and Aloha Kai’s fire-knife dancers will not disappoint!

Luau audience member learn to dance the hula. Aloha Kai seating is outdoors, uncovered, and usually at large banquet-style tables – so you will likely be seated with other people. The tables are located on a large grassy area and surround the stage. Guests with the VIP packages are seated closest to the stage, then Gold, Silver, and Bronze.

The venue can serve between 350 people (during the shoulder season) to 650 (during the summer peak season and holidays). Even at its busiest, it is far from being the largest luau on Oahu, but when you go and what package you choose can still  impact your overall experience.  Guests with the VIP package are admitted first, seated closest to the stage, and are first in line for the cultural activities, drinks, buffet, etc. If you are traveling to Hawaii during a busy time, it may be worth considering an upgraded package for this reason alone.

Menu

Starters

  • Tossed Greens (Asian or Ranch Dressing)
  • Fresh Pineapple
  • Traditional Poi
  • Lomi Lomi Salmon
  • Seasonal Salad

Entrees

  • Kalua Pork
  • Teriyaki Chicken
  • Fresh Island Catch
  • Vegetarian Curry
  • Sweet Rolls

Sides

  • Chow Mein Noodles
  • Steamed Vegetables
  • Sweet Potatoes
  • White Rice

Desserts

  • Assorted dessert cakes
  • Coffee and hot tea
Luau desserts, a tray with three types of cake.

Videos

Special Considerations

  • Dress code is casual
  • Sea Life Park and the luau grounds are fully ADA compliant.
  • The luau is held outdoors on a large, grassy surface. Guests with mobility concerns should be aware that getting to the event area requires walking through the park and possibly standing in line for extended periods. If you require special accommodations or have a request, please contact the park at least 48 hours in advance.
  • Prepare for the elements. This is an outdoor event with uncovered seating, and it operates rain or shine. Check the weather and bring what you think you might need, such as a light jacket for when the sun goes down, rain protection if that is in the forecast, sun protection, bug spray, etc.

Getting There

Roundtrip transportation is available for an extra fee, which can easily be added to your reservation at check-out. There are two departure times available, the early departure will give you an extra two hours to explore the park before the luau begins (if you have reserved the Silver, Gold of VIP packages) and the later departure will drop you off closer to check-in time. If you choose the early departure, please keep in mind that there is a 30-minute gap between when the park closes at 4 pm and when the luau check-in begins at 4:30 pm and plan accordingly.

If you drive yourself to the park there is onsite parking available for a $15/day fee.

Taxis, Ubers, and Lyfts are not recommended as it is very difficult to find a ride back to Waikiki after 8 pm.

Bronze Package: $135.00
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Silver Package: $175.00
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Gold Package: $210.00
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Menu Changes: Buffet menu is subject to change without notice

Allergens: Food is prepared and served with products that contain peanuts, tree nuts, fish, shellfish, eggs, milk, soy, and gluten. Regular kitchen operations involve shared cooking and preparation areas, and food variations may occur due to differences in suppliers, ingredients, substitutions, recipe revisions, and/or preparation at the park. For these reasons, Aloha Kai cannot guarantee that any menu item will be free of allergens.

You will receive a full refund if we are unable to confirm your booking. There is no service charge for any cancellation of a confirmed booking outside of 48 hours of the check in time. 7 days notice required for parties of 8 or more.

No refund for cancellations made less than 48 hours before the activity.

You are welcome to change the date or time of the luau free of charge if there is an opening and it is outside of the change or cancellation policy.

You understand that it is your responsibility to review the voucher and to contact Aloha Kai Luau if any information is incorrect or to make any changes.

We will not sell, share, or in any way release your personal information to any unrelated third parties.