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    Kauai Luau & Plantation Railway Train Ride

    Premier seats, plantation train ride, and a Polynesian fire-and-hula show

    4.5 stars• 6.5K reviews

    Duration

    3.75 Hours

    Includes

    Train ride, buffet dinner, open bar

    Highlights

    Settle into premier seating closer to the main stage, then ride the Kauai Plantation Railway before the luau. Discover a theatrical story of ancient Polynesian voyages through music, hula, and fire performances.

    • Ride the Kauai Plantation Railway before the evening show
    • Watch traditional hula, fire poi balls, and fire knife dancing
    • Follow a story of voyages between Hawaii and Tahiti
    • Browse local artisans at the craft fair, time permitting
    • Visit the Shops of the Kilohana Plantation

    Itinerary

    ##Luau Schedule

    *Check-in times vary depending on the package and add-ons like the train ride and round trip transportation.

    4:45-5:05 Check-in and Head to the Train Depot 5:20-6:10 Kauai Plantation Train Ride 5:00-7:30 Enjoy the Pre-Show Open Bar 6:10-6:30 Imu (underground oven) Unveiling 6:30-7:30 Dinner, Dessert, Coffee, Live Music, and Traditional Hula 7:30-8:15 Main show – Kalamaku

    What's Included

    • Premier seating closer to the main stage
    • Kauai Plantation Train Ride
    • Open bar
    • Buffet luau feast
    • Dessert and coffee
    • Live music and theatrical luau show

    Important details

    • Check in between 4:45 and 5:05 PM
    • Arrive at least 15 minutes before the train ride
    • Arrange your own transportation to the property; free parking is available
    • Travelers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult

    Cancellation Policy

    Refunds are honored for cancellation requests made within 48 hours before check-in. A full charge applies outside 48 hours and for no-shows. Groups of 20+ must cancel at least 21 days before the luau for a full refund; changes within 21 days are non-refundable.

    Product ID: N5ND7M

    FAQs

    Yes. This package does not include transportation, so you must provide your own transportation to the luau. Parking is free. If you want transportation, book the Hotel Pickup option for an additional fee.

    Check in at Luau Kalamaku between 4:45 and 5:05 PM, and check in at least 15 minutes prior to the train ride.

    No. Guests under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

    Meeting details

    Luau Kalamaku, 3-2087 Kaumualii Highway, Lihue, Kauai, Hawaii 96766

    Experience provided by Luau Kalamaku

    Related locations

    Kauai Plantation Railway

    Admission included

    Board the Kauai Plantation Railway and step into a slower, greener world. The open-air cars wind through the working grounds of Kilohana Plantation, passing fields of sugarcane, tropical fruit trees, and roaming animals that wander close to the tracks. The air carries the scent of earth and bloom, and the conductor narrates the land's layered story as it rolls past. Riding the Kauai Plantation Railway feels less like a tourist attraction and more like a genuine encounter with Kauai's agricultural soul.

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    Teen

    $180.46

    (Ages 13 - 17)

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    Child

    $124

    (Ages 3 - 12)

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    Review summary

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    Most visitors rave about the theatrical performance itself, which consistently stands out as the evening's highlight. The show features talented performers, impressive production values, and engaging storytelling that captures Hawaiian culture. Guests appreciate thoughtful touches like the lei greeting, optional train rides where you can feed animals, and the imu ceremony. The food gets generally positive feedback, with many finding it tasty and plentiful, though a few found it just average. Some practical considerations: seating location matters significantly for the experience, with back tables feeling disconnected from the action. The venue handles large crowds, and while most found operations smooth, a few guests felt the pacing between activities dragged or the exit process chaotic with everyone leaving simultaneously. Sound levels during the show run quite loud. Several reviewers mention this was their favorite luau across multiple Hawaiian visits, and return guests speak highly of the consistent quality that brings them back.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 2
    5/5

    Just amazing! Don't miss this experience.

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    Kevin Dockery

    August 31, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Just amazing! Don't miss this experience.

    Photo of Kevin Dockery

    Kevin Dockery

    August 31, 2026

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