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Luau Kaula in Ko Olina, Oahu
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Na Lei Aloha Dinner Show presents Kaula's family story at Ocean's Edge in Ko Olina. The 3-hour evening starts at 5:30 p.m. on selected dates. Tickets cost from $124.61 per adult. You get outer-ring seating and one welcome drink with Cocktail Only. Dinner isn't part of that option, and you arrange your own ride unless you book transport.
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Luau Kaula in Ko Olina, Oahu at a glance
| Duration | 3 hours |
| Price | from $124.61 per adult |
| Starts | 5:30 p.m. |
| Days | Selected dates, with Sunday and Monday among the choices |
| Meeting point | Ocean's Edge, Waipahe Place in Ko Olina |
| Pickup | Waikiki shuttle with transportation options |
| Dinner | Buffet with Standard or VIP, separate meal with Cocktail Only |
| Children | Ages 4 to 11 on child tickets, under 4 free with possible lap seating |
| Main trade-off | Outer-ring seating and no dinner with Cocktail Only |
Read from the operator's listing on the booking page, October 30, 2026. The price is the tour's starting price in U.S. dollars, re-read every day, last on . Children pay less.
What's included
- Lei Greeting
- Cultural Activities
- Dinner
- Luau Kaula Ticket (based on option selected)
- Welcome Beverage (Alcoholic or Non Alcoholic)
- Hotel pick-up and drop off (If option is selected)
What's not included
- Dinner, not included with the Cocktail Only ticket
- Private transportation
Options
Which option to book
Cocktail Only gives you outer-ring seats and one drink. Standard adds dinner, while VIP adds front row seating and early buffet access.
| Option | Departures |
|---|---|
| Cocktail Only Ticket | 5:30 p.m., Mon, Sun |
| Cocktail Only w/Transport | 5:30 p.m., Sun |
| Standard Ticket | 5:30 p.m., Mon, Sun |
| Standard Ticket w/Transport | 5:30 p.m., Sun |
| VIP Ticket | 5:30 p.m., Sun |
| VIP Ticket w/Transportation | 5:30 p.m., Sun |
The catch: Cocktail Only leaves you without dinner for the 3-hour visit, even when you add transport.
Route
How does the evening work?
You can join activities before the main show, with buffet access tied to your ticket choice.
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1. Ocean's Edge
A grandmother and granddaughter trace their family roots across the Pacific. You can join games and cultural lessons before their story takes the stage.
For 5:30 p.m. arrivals, preshow hula begins at 6:30 p.m. The main show runs from 7 to 8 p.m. You leave from Ocean's Edge in Ko Olina.
Pickup and meeting point
- Meet at venue: Ocean's Edge is at 92-100 Waipahe Place beside Ko Olina Marina. Your Cocktail Only ticket requires you to arrive there unless you've added transport.
- Waikiki shuttle: Transport options cover a return ride from Waikiki. Your exact pickup time comes from the reservations team, which you can reach at 808-897-2906.
- Waiting for pickup: Arrive 5 minutes before your assigned time. The bus may take up to 20 minutes to reach you, so allow for that pickup window.
- On site: Your mobile ticket is enough for check-in. Parking is free in the designated luau area, and a light jacket helps with the evening ocean breeze.
Before you book
- A nearby Ko Olina stay doesn't require a shuttle ticket. Waikiki pickups come only with the transportation options.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
A 3-hour show in Ko Olina suits you if you're staying nearby and want a story about family. Cocktail Only works with dinner arranged elsewhere. It doesn't include the buffet. Standard is the better fit when you want the meal at the venue and can spend more.
For a buffet in the entry package, Chief's Luau costs from $144 per adult in Kapolei. Auana keeps your evening in Waikiki with 80 minutes of acrobatics from $111.67 per adult.
Who it's not for
- Guests expecting dinner at the Cocktail Only price
- Travelers seeking front-row seats with the basic ticket
- Waikiki guests unwilling to travel to Ko Olina
Good to know
Know before you go
Children aged 3 and under enter free but may need your lap when seats fill. Ages 4 to 11 use child tickets. Infant admission doesn't include a meal or a welcome drink.
One reservation can hold up to 30 travelers and needs an adult. A ticket on your phone is accepted at arrival. Your booking choice controls dinner and transport, so those details need to match your plans.
Comfortable aloha clothing suits the outdoor setting. The ocean breeze can feel cool after sunset. Bring a light jacket so you can stay comfortable during the show without leaving your seat to find another layer.
The venue has accessible seating and paths. An accessible shuttle needs 72 hours' notice. Your ticket needs the transport option too, since a request for access alone doesn't add the ride.
Rain alone doesn't cancel Kaula when conditions remain safe. If the event is canceled before the show, the team contacts you with refund or rebooking choices. Your reservation needs contact details you can use during the trip.
You can cancel this booking for a full refund at least 24 hours before it starts. Later cancellations aren't refunded. Drivers have free parking in the designated luau area, separate from choosing a shuttle package.
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Which tour to choose instead
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A show near your Waikiki hotel
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Questions
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- What does the Luau Kaula starting price include?
The price starts from $124.61 per adult for Cocktail Only. You get outer-ring seating and one welcome drink. Activities before the show are included, while a meal requires Standard or VIP and costs more.
- Does Luau Kaula include a Waikiki shuttle?
Only the transportation versions include the round trip from Waikiki. Your reservations team assigns the stop and time. You need to be there 5 minutes early and allow a pickup window of up to 20 minutes.
- What time is dinner at Luau Kaula?
For the 5:30 p.m. arrival schedule, VIP buffet access begins at 5:30 p.m. Standard guests can eat from 5:45 p.m. Cocktail Only guests have no buffet access, so that schedule doesn't add a meal to their ticket.
- Where is Luau Kaula in Ko Olina?
The venue is Ocean's Edge at 92-100 Waipahe Place near the marina. You arrive there on your own with a ticket that excludes transport. The venue is outdoors, with the show continuing into the evening.
- Can children attend Luau Kaula?
Yes, the show welcomes children and has a child ticket for ages 4 to 11. Younger children can attend free with possible lap seating. A child's own meal or drink requires a child ticket rather than infant admission.
Times and conditions as the booking page listed them on October 30, 2026; the price is re-read every day, last on . Booking happens on the booking page, at its price; a booking through the button earns this site a commission, and your price is the same.