Maui: Te Au Moana Luau at The Wailea Beach Marriott Resort
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- 3 to 4 hours (approx.)
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Overview
Participate in a traditional Hawaiian luau during your time in Maui and learn about the Polynesian ancestry of the islands. Watch dancers portray the stories of fishing, gathering, and voyaging in “Te Au Moana: The Ocean Tide”. After your pre-show entertainment, a delicious dinner is served at your table in a three-course family-style meal, with a fire knife performance.
- Watch the “Te Au Moana: The Ocean Tide” luau and learn about Polynesian ancestry and culture
- Watch cultural performances including a fire knife show
- Special festive menus for Thanksgiving, Christmas and NYE
- Dinner is served at your table in a three-course family-style meal (
- The souvenir lei or necklace is presented upon check in
What's Included
- Ticket to Te Au Moana Luau (based on option selected)
- Traditional Hawaiian luau meal served in three courses tableside
- Fresh flower lei (subject to availability), kukui nut lei or carved wooden necklace
- Pre-show music and entertainment!
- Featuring the dances of Polynesia, live music, concluding with a spectacular fire knife performance!
- Valet parking available for $55. Self-parking is free, validation required if exiting after 8:30pm.
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase online from Blinnk Photography)
Meeting and Pickup
Departure Point
- Te Au Moana Luau, 3700 Wailea Alanui Dr, Wailea, Maui, HI 96753
What To Expect
Your evening at the Wailea Beach Marriott Resort on Maui begins with lively pre-show music and entertainment, priming you for a night of cultural immersion, so you can understand the island’s history and ancestral tales.
After your pre-dinner entertainment, settle down to watch the show—”Te Au Moana: The Ocean Tide," a captivating performance that demonstrates the dances and ancestral stories of Polynesia, including a lively fire knife performance.
During the performance, indulge in a hassle-free, all-you-can-eat buffet. This luau-style dinner offers a variety of Hawaiian specialties, allowing you to sample a wide range of local flavors without the need to choose from a menu.
As a souvenir of your memorable evening, receive a special gift, such as a traditional flower lei, a kukui nut lei, or a hand-carved wooden necklace. After the show, you’re free to arrange your transportation and plan the rest of your Maui evening.
After your pre-dinner entertainment, settle down to watch the show—”Te Au Moana: The Ocean Tide," a captivating performance that demonstrates the dances and ancestral stories of Polynesia, including a lively fire knife performance.
During the performance, indulge in a hassle-free, all-you-can-eat buffet. This luau-style dinner offers a variety of Hawaiian specialties, allowing you to sample a wide range of local flavors without the need to choose from a menu.
As a souvenir of your memorable evening, receive a special gift, such as a traditional flower lei, a kukui nut lei, or a hand-carved wooden necklace. After the show, you’re free to arrange your transportation and plan the rest of your Maui evening.
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Te Au Moana Luau
Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Please provide your hotel details and a cell phone number capable of receiving text messages in the special requirements field at check-out. You will receive a text message with your table assignment and check-in time, or in the event of cancellation due to bad weather.
- Please note any Food Allergies for guests in your party at the time of booking.
- Stroller accessible
- Minimum drinking age is 21 years Valid I.D. will be required
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Dress code is smart casual
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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4.6
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We've been to many luaus in Maui and this was by far our favorite one..we loved the family style service..this was the best for us as it wasn't buffet style.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
It's wonderful to know this topped your other luau experiences, Diane. Happy the family-style dining fit what you were looking for.
It was amazing! Even better than i expected! I love the culture, the education, and the message of love that is expressed which then brings out the love in everyone!
The food was amazing with the dancing and singing! I can't wait to do it again! The message of togetherness and love love love is rejuvenating!
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Mahalo nui loa for these words, Lance. It's exactly that spirit of love and connection we hope every guest walks away carrying with them.
Exceptional experience!! Well organized and hosted. Exceptional talent. Stunning views. Food was “okay.”
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Mahalo for the honest feedback, Erin. We're glad that our luau left such a strong impression. We'll also pass along your note on the food to the team.
Where do I start.. the service was excellent. Our server Jonel was by far the most awesome, kindest most attentive server and host to our table. He was the best and made our first Luau experience impeccable. The show was just remarkable and beautiful, I would definitely recommend this Luau to everyone. We loved it and didn’t want it to end. The view was gorgeous and we enjoyed every bit of the show so much that we didn’t want it to end. Mahalo for the great service and show!
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Reading this made our day, Veronica. Thank you for recognizing Jonel's top-notch service.
Everything excellent except photographer
Set up in advance to get transport via golf cart from front of hotel to luau grounds, very helpful
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Aloha, Karen, and thank you for the detailed feedback. The transport arrangement is exactly the kind of touch we want every guest to have.
It was the most wonderful experience. I never thought I would experience Hawaii🌴🌺 in such a way. The natives was so friendly.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you for choosing our luau, Lura. We're glad it gave you the Hawaii experience you were hoping for.
We got there and they bumped us to premium seats which were dead center right in front. So amazing. It was our 26th anniversary so it made us feel so special. Plus we got a complimentary professional photo. Best experience
Response from Host, Sep 2026
What a lovely way to celebrate 26 years, Jodee. Thank you for choosing to celebrate it at our luau. Wishing you many more years together!
Food was excellent, no poi in sight. Our family of 10 - 4 kids, 4 parents, 2 grandparents - all loved the food. Something for everyone. Entertainment excellent, good variety, nice pauses to enjoy sunset, great photo ops. Bartenders were great! They treated my 8, 9, and 10 yo grandkids nicely with their frequent shirley temple, roy rogers, and water trips. This was something I treated my family to, plus is was my son’s birthday. Highly recommend.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
A family of 10 enjoying the evening together at our luau is wonderful to hear, Nancy. Happy belated birthday to your son!
This was a vacation I put above every vacation I have had . Road to Hana you must experience or you will not enjoy Maui to the fullest
Very informative about Hawaiian history and tradition. Also very talented performers. The setting can’t be beat.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
So happy to hear this, Lauren. We love sharing our culture with our guests, and we're glad you appreciated it.
This was our family’s 3rd time attending this luau and it was our favorite experience yet. The cast and servers were so kind and the food was fantastic and better than other restaurants we even had during our trip. Highly recommend this luau and it’s perfect to bring family and children to!
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Mahalo nui loa for coming back a third time, Jeanie! We love hearing back from our returning guests, and you calling this experience your best yet is music to our ears.
Great food, drinks, and entertainment. We had a wonderful experience learning about the Hawaiian culture.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Great to hear from you, Jordan. Sounds like the whole night came together and that you had a great evening out of it.
This was such a wonderful experience for my kids and me! The length of the experience was perfect, the food was delicious, the drinks were great (and not overly sugary!), and the views were absolutely amazing. We had such a great time and would definitely recommend it to any family!
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you for such a lovely note, Rafaella. It sounds like a perfect family evening from the view to the last bite.
I would HIGHLY recommend this luau! I have been to others and this is the best by far.
We loved hearing the history of the Islands along with the incredible dancers. Our grandsons (8 & 10) were never bored. They enjoyed getting temporary tattoos. Beautiful lei greetings for all. The resort is stunningly beautiful. The food was delicious and the lazy Susan on the table made it easy to serve family style. Cocktails were included and tasty. Each table seats ten people. The kids enjoyed the kids meal of chicken strips and fries. We had preferred seating which was close to the stage and made it perfect for us. It’s a longer walk from the parking lot or front lobby to the Luau area so come early so as not to miss anything. There is Valet parking but there is no validating. Overall, we left last night very happy with the entire experience.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Mahalo for such a thoughtful review, Mary. We love that your grandsons enjoyed their time with us and that you highly recommend us!
We hope the rest of your time on the islands was just as fun.
Such an amazing experience. The food was so amazing, I would definitely recommend this luau to anyone visiting.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Mahalo nui loa, Patina. It means a lot that you'd recommend us to others visiting our islands.
It was a wonderful experience. Everyone was really nice. I really liked the lead singer. She was so good!It’s outside so make sure you wear sunblock!
Response from Host, Sep 2026
It's wonderful that the kindness of the staff came through so clearly for you, Thao. Thank you for recognizing our team's efforts!
If you’re going to splurge this is worth it! Great food and service with an amazing view in every seat!
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Mahalo nui loa, Kasey. We're glad to know you found our luau to be worth the splurge.
Best Luau I’ve ever been to. Great food, ambience, entertainment and scenery. The service was great from our server.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Calling it the best luau you've been to means a great deal to our team, Kenneth. Thank you so much for that!
It was nice and the dances were lovely, but the performance was pretty short and there were a lot of breaks. The food was decent, but my plate was taken away when I stepped away to use the restroom and I left the event hungry and had to order food back at the hotel. That was the most disappointing part given the cost of the event.
The Luau was a great experience from start to finish. From the fresh Lei greeting to the open bar with delicious drinks to the many great food courses! In between we learned the history of the islands thru the dancers who were incredible! The sunset wa awesome and even the rain that tried to come stopped before it could ruin things. We had a great time and would highly recommend it to others!
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Sounds like everything came together that evening, and we love that for you, Anita.
Thank you for choosing our luau and for the high recommendation.
The upgrade was well worth it. We were right in front of the stage. The food and service were amazing, as well as the MC and the dancers. We can't to come back with the kids and do it again!
Response from Host, Aug 2026
We can't wait to welcome your children next time, Nicole! Mahalo nui loa for celebrating with us.
Amazing show with great food. We asked for seconds and they brought it right away. Several people commented that it was the best luau they had seen.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
This means a lot, Oliver. From the quick seconds to the show itself, sounds like everything came together.
Mahalo for sharing your experience at the Te Au Moana Luau.
I would recommend the premium seats if you want to pay for it. The food was excellent and the dancing and music was very well done! Very talented dancers. Fire dance was impressive. Free bar included in the price. Was great! Would do again with other newbies.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
This made our day, WilliamK! We're glad the free bar and the talent on stage made it a night worth repeating.
Mahalo for choosing Te Au Moana and for sharing your experience.
First, we paid for ballet parking which was $61. Because the other parking lot was too far for me and my husband to walk. We in our '60s to be honest. I'm 65 and he's 62. Then we had to walk through the hotel to get to the luau. Most the time we were lost and had to keep asking people where the luau was. No signs not clear. But at least my husband enjoyed the food and I enjoyed the dancers. But what saved some of it was the fact that they had a shuttle from the luau to the valet. But then when we pay for the valet we returned that they were contact the drivers and the woman never did. My husband had to go back up there to ask where is our car? And then she said she never told him even though I overheard her that she was going to let valet know that we were ready for her car. So finally the manager did it. I had never been so happy to get away from there in my life. It was not worth the VIP that I paid for. This was a special anniversary of for us. I hope they do better, especially when we were walking through the hotel as if we had a room there. So lost
The performance was nice and a shortened version could have been made. The fire show at the end was most enjoyable. The organization was exemplary and the food was not of a high standard, in my opinion relatively expensive.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Mahalo, Avi. It's good to know the fire performance was a highlight, and we appreciate you sharing your thoughts on the food and pricing.
The luau itself was exceptional. Food was good and the entertainment was exciting. However, a couple suggestions. It is a very long walk from parking lot to the venue and it was very warm. The dinner tables were 50% facing into a blazing hot sun for an hour+. This made myself and my family fairly miserable. Think about a little later start time and provide some ground transport for folks who don’t wish to walk that far, in the heat, to the venue.
This was such an amazing experience! The food and drinks were delicious. Service was wonderful! We loved the performances and the dancers did great!
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you for the 5-star rating, Kristen. We love putting together a great evening for our guests, so it's nice to hear back from attendees like you.
The Luau was amazing, the staff was friendly, and the food was great! It really let us take a look into their culture and the history of Maui.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you for such kind words, Madelynne. We're passionate about sharing our culture, and we love that you had a great time at our luau.
Dancers were great, and food was delicious. For a family of 5 cost was $1500 for preferred seating. They sat us 3 tables back from the stage not in front. With Preferred seating tix we skipped the line to get in but there were really no other perks. Self serve drinks but No preferred drink line. Great show but felt over priced for what you got.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you for this, Richard. It's great that the show and food hit the mark, and we'll pass along your thoughts on what preferred seating should include.
The entertainment was really good. Food was okay, but we enjoyed the family style service. The food tself was just nice, bland protien dishes. Desert though nice in appearance, seamed to be nothing special. Have had better at other luau’s.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Aloha Dennis, thanks for the candid take. Good to hear the entertainment carried the evening for you.
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