Polynesian Canoe Sunset Sail
Recommended by 97% of travelers
Badge of Excellence
Oahu, USA
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
Experience an important part of Hawaiian culture during your vacation and sail on a traditional Polynesian canoe. Join a small group and board the all-wood, double-hulled vessel for a sail along Waikiki's coastline at sunset. Hear myths, legends, and stories of native Hawaii and enjoy cultural activities like making food, clothes, and other traditional items.
- Admire the coastal scenery during your sunset sail
- Enjoy light refreshments and dinner while onboard
- Listen to ukulele music and traditional chants
- A small group means more attention from your guide
What's Included
- Cultural & Educational Activites - experience traditional food preparation and clothing manufacture.
- Learn about and participate in a traditional sunset 'oli ceremony
- Refreshments, dinner & music
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 1125 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96813, USA
Pier D Slip 106 We are located at the back of the Marina, against the ocean, by the entrance to the surf park, a few slips from the harbor office and gas dock.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
1
Waikiki
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Infants must sit on laps
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Stroller accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Not wheelchair accessible
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 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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Featured review
Raquel_M
Awesome experienced! The crew are very friendly, attentive and knowledgeable. There is a relax vibe in the crew. Ms. Gigi has a very soothing and calming voice when she sing. She a a great hula teacher although we cannot dance very well. My whole family learn how to make poi. My 14 years old said that this is her favorite of all the activities that I booked. I highly recommend this sail for family and couples. This is my kind of sail, relaxing, educational and almost private because they only accommodate 6 persons. Unforgettable experienced.
Reviews
4.9
based on 126 reviews
Edna_k, Nov 2025
It was beautiful, it was calming, very soothing a very immersive experience. A part of me felt like it was life-changing and I had a peaceful transcendence while on the boat. Thank you.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
I am glad you found what you were looking for, thank you for the review.
Melanie_T, Sep 2025
We were lucky enough to enjoy the private sunset cruise (6 people) and there were just us 4 friends on the boat! Really appreciated the fact when we saw the other boats departing with 30 of their closest friends - LOL. The crew were very attentive and we enjoyed their company. This cruise offers cultural information and music, in addition to the sunset. If there was a downside, participants should be aware that the "meal service" is delicious but is really an appetizer (fruit, poke and smoked mackerel) and dessert was definitely the highlight. Beverages are only water, coconut water and tea. So for the price of the overall cruise, there is an opportunity to improve the meal/beverage part of the experience. Perhaps offer a glass of wine or allow guests to bring a bottle of their own. Our seasick friend wanted a 'to go' box...
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Aloha, and thank you for your review.
Bhoomi_B, Jun 2025
absolutely loved loved loved this experience thank you so much the kids and my husband and I learned a lot and the staff was incredible and so talented we are forever grateful!
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Thank you for giving us such a wonderful review.
Anthony_C, Jun 2025
The crew were very personable and knowledgeable. We had a great time. The small group makes for a much more intimate and enjoyable setting
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Thank you for joining us and leaving a review.
Veronica_M, May 2025
Mahalo!! Absolutely adorable tour!! So aloha! I'm so happy Ive made it! Super interesting stories and learning about Hawaiian traditions , food and music! Aloha!
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Mahalo!
Amy_W, May 2025
We loved this from start to finish! It was by far the highlight of our trip! The crew and musicians were amazing, creating a truly aloha enchanting experience. The food was wonderful, the captain and his assistant truly delightful, and I especially loved listening to the musicians serenade us and tell us stories as we lounged at the front of the boat overlooking the sea.
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Wonderful review! thank you for sharing.
Snaggle, Feb 2025
It was great! Only having a few others on the boat with you made it a much more enjoyable experience. The guide was very informative and spoke to us about Hawaiian history and language. I got to pound my own tarp root into poi and we learned the hula. Very relaxing and nice compared to the other crowded “booze cruises.” (No booze here but they serve refreshments.)
Response from Host, Feb 2025
Mahalo for the great review of Kamoauli we appreciate you!
Debbie_K, Oct 2024
Traditional Hawaiian Paddle Boat sunset ride to Diamond Head. Educational: learned Hawaiian history, traditions, lei making, hula, Hawaiian foods. Small group, only 8 of us. Very nice.
Response from Host, Feb 2025
Glad no one has to paddle, lol. Mahalo for the wonderful review.
laura_t, Aug 2024
The Polynesian Sunset Sail was by far the best excursion we did during our time in Honolulu. The crew was so welcoming and attentive. The cruise itself is educational and interactive. Our boys (9 and 7) had such a wonderful time as did the adults. I would highly recommend this sunset cruise if you want an intimate, wholesome and relaxing sunset sail.
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Thank you so much for the review, it was a pleasure hosting you, Mahalo!
Melissa_T, Jul 2024
The sunsets and the hula dancing lesson. We had a nice evening with this sunset sail. I would go back again in a heartbeat
Response from Host, Feb 2025
Mahalo, see you again in the future.
Becca_P, Jun 2024
What a Beautiful authentic experience onboard the canoe! Great stories, ukuleleudic and hula for all to participate saving just enough time to honor the sun as it set over the ocean! The food was not alot but all from Hawaii land with fruits and tuna and ube. Costs support local school tours!
Response from Host, Jun 2024
Thank you for the wonderful review!
elizabeth_c, Jun 2024
It was a very educational and interesting experience. Crew was excellent. I think it would be great for families with children. Our cruise only had 4 customers, so most of the time was spent not looking at the view, but looking at the crew speaking and signing in the center of the boat. My recommendation would be to conduct your educational talks and signing on the front of the boat so we could both listen to you and watch the entire sunset at the same time. I felt rude and uncomfortable turning my back on you so I could watch the sunset. The crew had a better view of the sunset than we did. Sorry, just being honest.
Julio_M, Apr 2024
This trip was amazing, the learning experience about the Polynesian history along with the amazing views just WOW!! Crew was amazing!!
Maria_M, Mar 2024
One of the most special experiences my 9 year old and I had during our vacation. I highly recommend this sail!
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Thank you for the recommendation!
Robert_H, Feb 2024
We liked learning about the old traditions and culture and the hands on activities.
It was fun and very relaxing.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Thank you for giving us a wonderful review.
Kailey_C, Nov 2023
My favorite activity we did on the island, guides were amazing and knowledgable. It was a very intimate experience and it was beautiful to learn about the culture from locals while enjoying a traditional dinner, rainbows and sunset! Hands down a great time!
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Mahalo Nui! It was wonderful hosting you!
Brittany_C, Sep 2023
Amazing experience! Great for learning about the culture with stories and activities and educational moments. Beautiful views out in the ocean with the opportunity to see turtles and dolphins. We ended up seeing a sea turtle while out. My 3 year old was very nervous at first but once we got going she opened up with the help of the tour operators and everyone helped her feel comfortable and got her engaged and involved.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
We all had a great time, thank you for the wonderful review!
Lynn_H, Sep 2023
I had a wonderful time on my sunset trip and for me it was just about the right number of people on board and the crew were so knowledgeable and interesting. I had an issue finding the boat, but that was about it.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Glad you made it! thank you for the wonderful review!
Monica_W, Mar 2023
Thoroughly enjoyed this sunset sail. The crew shared their lovely culture, music, and language with us. The food was fresh and delicious. Very family friendly.
Response from Host, Apr 2023
Thank you for the wonderful review! A HUI HOU!
Jason_F, Feb 2023
Perfect mix of fun / relaxation with a professional crew educating all of us on Hawaiian traditions. The activities were hands on and lots of fun.
Response from Host, Feb 2023
Thank you for giving us a review, a hui hou!
MaryJane_B, Feb 2023
It was a fun experience overall! Learned a lot of history and the Hawaii culture overall. The crew and all the teachers were really helpful and nice! While we didn’t get to see Sunset because it was raining but we saw some turtles and whales!
Response from Host, Feb 2023
Thank you for joining us! A Hui Hou.
Barry_B, Nov 2022
Wonderful experience with some great people. The history that was learned about Waikiki was great.
Thank you!
Response from Host, Nov 2022
Mahalo and you are welcome. a hui hou!
Cheryl_K, Sep 2022
The trip was canceled due to the practitioner not being available. We were advised the evening before. Can't really give a fair rating. The cancelation phone call was professional
Response from Host, Sep 2022
As a local Business we do depend on "fair" ratings of Kamoauli and what we offer. We have stayed within our guidelines and fully refunded you and offered to reschedule. I know we cant please everyone but strive for the highest standard. 3 stars?? ouch!
Tangimausia_M, Sep 2022
Definitely an adventure you wanna experience. Amazing and knowledgeable people who make the experience that much more memorable. Thank you for creating this so more people can learn and understand our Polynesian culture. Malo and mahalo.
Response from Host, Sep 2022
Thank you for the insightful review!
Gina_W, Aug 2022
It was a magical night of culture, stories, music and great views. My expectations were exceeded and it was a great way to spend a sunset cruise. The perfect mix of both education and enjoyment.
Response from Host, Sep 2022
Thank you for joining us for a beautiful sunset and writing us a review, a hui hou!
Neftali_G, Aug 2022
This was such a great experience, I would highly encourage anyone visiting especially if your interested in the history behind it all. We're grateful for our experience!
Response from Host, Aug 2022
Mahalo for the wonderful review!
Geoffrey_L, Jul 2022
Learning about Hawaiian culture and the singing, hula dancing, beautiful sunset, and the educational experience.
Response from Host, Jul 2022
Mahalo for the wonderful review.
Talia_P, Jul 2022
I loved everything about this tour! Since the moment we were received by the crew until we said goodbye. I love history so much and getting to learn about this amazing culture sitting on a Hawaiian catamaran was just a dream! I went with my husband and we experienced a very romantic sunset listening Hawaiian music! I can’t recommend this tour enough! 💛
Response from Host, Jul 2022
Mahalo for your wonderful review of Kamoauli and your experience with us.
Amy_S, Jul 2022
They had a wonderful time and enjoyed the cultural experience. The food was delicious and views were breathtaking!!
Response from Host, Jul 2022
Thank you for writing us a wonderful review.
Sam_M, May 2022
Highly recommend this tour; this trip is rich in history and beauty. Worth every penny and all of the proceeds go back to education.
Response from Host, May 2022
Thank you for giving us a great review!
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