Discover the beauty of Hawaiian culture with our accessible General Admission luau experience. This budget-friendly...
Cultural Information Booklet - Learn about Hawaiian traditions and customs
Family-Friendly Environment - Suitable for guests of all agesThe Royal Sonesta Kaua’i Resort hosts the “Drums & Dances of Polynesia” luau, a vibrant...
Resort Amenities Access - Enjoy Royal Sonesta's premium facilities before/after show
Professional Production Quality - State-of-the-art sound and lighting systemsExperience Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation in Lihue with the Silver Package, a seamless evening...
Round-trip hotel transportation is included in this package, meaning a comfortable shuttle picks you up at your Kauai hotel and returns you safely at the end of the night. This matters more than it sounds — Kilohana Plantation is a few miles outside central Lihue, and the road back after dark and a few cocktails is not where you want to be guessing directions on your rental car GPS.
The historic plantation train ride is a genuine working sugarcane-era train that circles the Kilohana estate before the luau program begins, narrated with stories about Kauai's plantation days. It runs slowly enough that you can hear the wheels on the rails, feel the warm evening air, and watch the estate's sprawling gardens pass by — it's the kind of slow-down moment that actually makes you exhale after a busy day of sightseeing.Combine Kauai’s railroad heritage with authentic Hawaiian culture in this exciting combination package. Start with...
Historical Education Materials - Information about plantation era and Hawaiian culture
Photo Opportunities - Scenic train views and cultural performance memoriesExperience authentic Hawaiian culture without transportation worries through our Silver Package with round-trip hotel transfers....
Stress-Free Evening Planning - No parking or navigation concerns
Local Driver Knowledge - Learn about Kauai during comfortable transportationDiscover the beauty of Hawaiian culture with our popular Silver Package luau experience. This well-rounded...
Welcome Mai Tai Reception - Traditional tropical greeting beverage
Cultural Activity Stations - Participate in lei making and traditional craftsExperience the enchanting Luau Kalamaku at the historic Kilohana Plantation in Lihue. This five-hour evening...
Round-trip transportation is included in this package, meaning a vehicle picks you up from your accommodation and returns you after the luau ends — no coordinating Ubers from the Lihue area in the dark after you've had a few drinks. For families with rental cars, this also means skipping the plantation parking situation entirely and arriving completely relaxed.
The historic Kilohana Plantation train is part of this package, not an add-on, and it runs through the estate's working fields with narration about Kauai's sugarcane heritage before the luau begins. You're riding in open-air cars with the trade winds moving through, so you actually feel the land rather than just looking at it through a window.Combine Kauai’s fascinating railroad history with authentic Hawaiian culture in this unique experience package. Journey...
Souvenir Package - Railroad memorabilia and Hawaiian cultural items
Educational Materials - Information booklets about Kauai history and cultureDiscover the true spirit of aloha with our popular Hawaiian Package luau experience. This comprehensive...
Welcome Mai Tai Service - Traditional tropical cocktail greeting upon arrival
Cultural Activity Participation - Learn to make lei and play Hawaiian gamesExperience Luau Kalamaku at the historic Kilohana Plantation in Lihue, where the charm of a...
The Gold Package includes premium seating positioned close to the performance stage, so you're not squinting at fire dancers from the back of a crowd. This isn't just a comfort upgrade — it changes the experience entirely, putting you close enough to feel the heat radiating off the torches and catch every expression on the performers' faces during the hula.
Unlimited mai tais, Blue Hawaiians, and non-alcoholic drinks are included throughout the evening, served tableside so you're never hunting down a bartender mid-show. The bar staff keeps things flowing without being pushy, and the drinks are made with real fruit juice — not the neon syrup versions you sometimes get at other events around the island.Step into Kauai’s plantation past with an exclusive Manor House dining experience. This elegant evening...
Welcome Reception with Specialty Cocktails - Historic bar service in the manor's parlor
Guided House Tour - Learn about plantation history and architectureExperience Luau Kalamaku’s Gold Package with Train on the historic Kilohana Plantation in Lihue, the...
The Gold Package includes premium assigned seating closer to the performance stage, which means you're not craning your neck past strangers to watch the fire knife dancer work. In practical terms, this placement gives you a full sightline to every act — the hula, the drumming, the imu ceremony — without fighting for position.
An open bar is included for the duration of the luau, featuring mai tais, Blue Hawaiians, and non-alcoholic options for keiki and designated drivers. The bar stays active through the show, so you're not rushed through one drink before the entertainment starts — you can actually settle in and enjoy.Step into the heart of Hawaiian tradition with our unforgettable Kauai Luau. Set in a lush tropical paradise, this evening celebration invites you to experience the sights, sounds, and flavors that make Hawaii’s culture so unique and enchanting.
As the sun sets over the Pacific, you’ll be greeted with a warm aloha and a fresh lei before enjoying a traditional Hawaiian buffet, featuring island favorites like kalua pig, lomi salmon, poi, and pineapple dessert. Then, as torches flicker and drums begin to beat, the entertainment comes alive with hula dancing, fire knife performances, and beautiful storytelling through movement and song.
Our Kauai Luau blends hospitality, culture, and history into one unforgettable evening. Local performers share the myths and legends of ancient Hawaii, bringing to life the stories of gods, warriors, and love that have been passed down for generations. You’ll feel the genuine warmth of Kauai and the spirit of aloha with every song, taste, and smile.
Ideal for families, couples, and groups, a traditional luau is both a feast and a celebration — a chance to connect with Hawaiian heritage beneath the stars of the Garden Isle.
Join us for a night you’ll never forget — an authentic Kauai Luau filled with laughter, tradition, and the true essence of aloha.