Upgrade to preferred seating at Luau Kalamaku with dinner, open bar, and the Kalamaku show
3.75 Hours
Preferred seating, buffet, open bar
Upgrade your evening with preferred seating at Luau Kalamaku and settle in for buffet dinner, an open bar, and the main Kalamaku show. Arrive early to check in and browse the local artisan craft fair before the imu unveiling and live music.
No transportation is included; you must provide your own transportation to the luau. Guests under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Refunds are available if you cancel within 48 hours prior to your check-in time. Cancellations outside of 48 hours and no-shows are fully charged. For groups of 20+, cancel at least 21 days before for a full refund; changes within 21 days are non-refundable.
No. You must provide your own transportation to the luau. Parking is free.
Check in at Luau Kalamaku between 4:45 and 5:30 PM.
Yes. The Kauai Plantation Train Ride is an optional add-on scheduled from 5:20 to 6:10.
Luau Kalamaku
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.
My family had a great time. From beginning to end, we had a great experience. Ages ranged from 6 to 66; we all enjoyed the luau as well as the various tables before the luau.
Bob Karnia
July 8, 2026
My family had a great time. From beginning to end, we had a great experience. Ages ranged from 6 to 66; we all enjoyed the luau as well as the various tables before the luau.
Bob Karnia
July 8, 2026
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