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
1125 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96813, USA
Pier D Slip 106 Across from Kewalo Basin Park

Start time

04:30 PM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Waikiki

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
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

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or 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

5.0

100 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews

Reviews by Viator travelers.

Showing 1-10 of 100 reviews

Sunset in paradise

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.

Thoroughly enjoyed this...

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!

Awesome sunset cruise

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!

Fun and learning all in one!

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.

Grest experience! A must do while in Hawaii

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!

Canceled tour

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!

Definitely an adventure...

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!

A wonderful night with wonderful people

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!

Great experience for the whole family!

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!

A must Oahu adventure

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.

Best experience I’ve ever had on a tour!

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.

Awesome trip!

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.

The most beautiful experience..

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!

Phenomenal loved every moment

Melanie_P, Feb 2022

One of the best amazing beautiful excursions my family and I did while in Hawaii! So relaxing and educational. The staff is phenomenal, knowledgeable and caring. This is a must do when coming to visit this beautiful island.

Response from Host, Feb 2022

Mahalo for joining us on a beautiful sunset and for the great review!

Unique. Not touristy. Fun. Saw cool ocean life. Would do AGAIN!

ddsantella, Feb 2022

Loved: Hawaii, special evening, no crowds, such fun with integrity and truly unparalleled expert knowledge? Hosts: captain Robert, deckhand Evan and expert artists/educators were super impressive-warmth, honesty, unique skills, ocean smarts, abs ensuring each guest is attended to with courtesy and aloha respect? This excursion had all. “Expensive” ? Yeah. Worth it cuz: not fake tourist-y and felt cared for and actually part of experience? 150% yes. Just do it!

Response from Host, Feb 2022

Mahalo for taking the time to share this heartfelt review!

This is a very...

Nirmala_M, Jan 2022

This is a very interesting and traditional experience, if you want to learn about the Hawaiian culture and food then this is for you. The crew was very friendly and knowledgeable, however it was not my cup of tea and for that reason I did not like it.

Response from Host, Jan 2022

Aloha, Thank you for sharing. We do strive to bring an authentic cultural experience filled with hands on activities and learning.

Wonderful experience

Susan_S, Jan 2022

The cultural and historical education elevated the trip from a sunset cruise to a lifelong memory. We would highly recommend this trip to anyone looking to learn about Hawaiian culture.

Response from Host, Jan 2022

Mahalo! for the wonderful reivew of Kamoauli.

Authentic, amazing, fun, cultural immersion

Bhoomi_B, Dec 2021

We went as party of 4 including our kids age 8 and 10y old. The captain and talented crew were amazing! This experience was authentic and taught us so much about Hawaiian culture in a gorgeous and intimate setting. THANK YOU! One of the highlights of our trip! Mahalo🙏🏽🙏🏽

Response from Host, Jan 2022

I am glad you find us to be one of your highlights while visiting Hawaii. I know the teachers and crew work hard to give a safe and fun educational excursion. Thank you for the great review!

Authentic old Hawaii

Luana_H, Dec 2021

This was an educational experience, not a booze cruise. Hawaiian educators taught us some music and words, helped us pound poi, and fed us some authentic foods. Anela and our other guides, and Captain Rob, made it magical.

Response from Host, Dec 2021

Mahalo for joining us on a sunset cruise and the wonderful review.

Heart & Soul of Hawaii

Barbara_B, Nov 2021

What a beautiful and memorable experience with Captain Rob & crew. Learn from on board historian, mele's, food & drink, and Oahu views from the ocean. My brother lives in Oahu, and he found it just as interesting as I did! Departed feeling relaxed and one step closer to feeling like a local. Keep up the great work!

Response from Host, Nov 2021

Thank you for the sweet review! We enjoyed hosting you, Capt Rob and crew!

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