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Toa Luau at Waimea Valley, Oahu
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Toa Luau pairs a Polynesian feast and show with a Waimea Valley visit on the North Shore. The luau lasts 3 hours. Tickets cost from $145 per adult, and you make your own way to the valley. The 5 p.m. session runs Monday to Friday, with 12:30 p.m. offered on selected summer dates. Your ticket also covers the gardens, though Monday closures can split this into separate visits.
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Toa Luau at Waimea Valley, Oahu at a glance
| Duration | 3 hours for the luau, garden time separate |
| Price | from $145 per adult |
| Starts | 5 p.m., 12:30 p.m. on selected summer dates |
| Days | Monday to Friday |
| Meeting point | Toa Luau, 59-864 Kamehameha Highway in Waimea Valley |
| Pickup | Own transport to the North Shore |
| Dinner | Luau feast in every seating tier |
| Children | Ages 5 to 12 on child tickets, under 5 free |
| Main trade-off | Some Monday garden closures despite the luau going ahead |
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
- Admission fees
- Mai Tai/Aloha Juice (Silver=1 drink, Gold=2 drinks, VIP=3 drinks)
- Full Polynesian show
- Luau Feast
- Fire knife dancing
- Traditional cooking demonstrations
- Flower lei greeting
- Kava ceremony
What's not included
- Hotel pick up and drop off: You must arrive at Toa Luau on your own.
- Parking fees
Options
Which option to book
Silver gives you one adult drink ticket, and Gold raises that to two. VIP includes three adult drink tickets and its own seating section.
| Option | Departures |
|---|---|
| Silver Seating | 5 p.m. Mon to Fri, 12:30 p.m. on selected summer dates |
| Gold Seating | 5 p.m. Mon to Fri, 12:30 p.m. on selected summer dates |
| VIP Seating | 5 p.m. Mon to Fri, 12:30 p.m. on selected summer dates |
The catch: Valley parking costs extra, and some Monday luaus run while the gardens are closed.
Route
How does the day work?
Cooking demonstrations and lawn activities come before the feast, with fire knife dancing at the end.
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1. Toa Luau
You watch an umu rock oven demonstration before the kava ceremony. Dinner follows, then dances from across Polynesia and the fire knife finale.
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2. Waimea Valley
Waimea Valley's gardens lead toward the waterfall. You can make that walk before the evening luau on a day when the gardens open.
Dinner starts at 6 p.m. for the evening session. The show follows at 6:45 p.m. and ends with an 8 p.m. farewell at Waimea Valley. Afternoon guests finish at 3:30 p.m.
Pickup and meeting point
- Finding Toa: Toa is inside Waimea Valley at 59-864 Kamehameha Highway. You need your own ride to Haleiwa and back after the luau.
- Check-in times: Your 5 p.m. booking has a 4:50 p.m. check-in. For the 12:30 p.m. session, check-in is at 12:20 p.m.
- Parking: Parking at the valley costs $2 for one hour or $5 flat for up to 4 hours, and it's free after 5 p.m. Your luau ticket doesn't cover the fee.
- What to bring: Bring your luau voucher and dry clothes after swimming. Swimsuits aren't allowed at the luau, though casual clothes or aloha wear are fine.
Before you book
- A luau ticket doesn't guarantee waterfall swimming. Your swim depends on the day's conditions.
Fit
Is this tour right for you?
A North Shore day with gardens and dinner makes Toa a useful family choice. You need 3 hours for the luau itself. The valley visit takes extra time. It works best when you've arranged your own ride and want to join activities before eating.
For a daytime visit at your own pace, Islands of Polynesia offers village activities from $103.50 per adult. Mauka Warriors puts your buffet and show in Kapolei from $145.55 per adult, with transport options costing more.
Who it's not for
- Travelers who need hotel pickup included
- Visitors counting on a guaranteed waterfall swim
- Guests wanting to stay in Waikiki for the evening
Good to know
Know before you go
Child admission covers ages 5 to 12, and children under 5 enter free. Teenagers use a youth ticket through age 20. Your reservation needs an adult and can hold up to 30 travelers.
Your waterfall clothes need changing before dinner. The luau accepts casual clothing or aloha wear, with swimsuits excluded. Changing rooms near the falls let you get ready before returning for the performance.
Rain can move the activities indoors under cover. Waterfall swimming is a separate decision. Lifeguards assess conditions at 9 a.m., so your luau reservation doesn't guarantee access to the water.
Parking at the valley costs $2 for one hour or $5 flat for up to 4 hours. It turns free after 5 p.m., so a garden visit before the luau falls in the paid hours. The fee sits outside your ticket price.
Wheelchair access is available at the luau. The team needs to know if you require assistance. Tables seat up to 10 guests, so your party may share its table with other visitors.
Your booking allows a full refund until 24 hours before the start. After that deadline, the ticket isn't refundable. Keep a screenshot of your voucher ready to show when you reach check-in.
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Alternatives
Which tour to choose instead
Daytime activities without an evening commitment
Polynesian Cultural Center: Islands of Polynesia Admission TicketThe Cultural Center's daytime pass leaves your evening free. It costs from $103.50 per adult for village shows and crafts without a luau dinner.
★ 4.6 · 363 reviews · from $103.50 per adult
A luau with a transport option
Oahu: Mauka Warriors Luau, Honoring Polynesia's Forgotten HistoryMauka offers packages with a ride to Kapolei. Tickets cost from $145.55 per adult before adding transport, with hula lessons and a buffet at the venue.
★ 4.8 · 3,942 reviews · from $145.55 per adult
A feast based in Kapolei
Oahu: Chief's Luau AdmissionChief's keeps the evening to 3 hours. The Aloha Experience costs from $144 per adult with a buffet and shell lei, though your ride isn't included.
★ 4.7 · 3,143 reviews · from $144 per adult
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Questions
People also ask
- What does the Toa Luau Silver ticket cost?
Toa starts from $145 per adult with Silver seating. You get the feast and Polynesian performance. A flower lei and one adult drink ticket are included, along with admission to the valley gardens and waterfall.
- Can you visit Waimea Valley on another day with Toa Luau?
Yes, the pass allows one valley visit within 7 days before or after your luau. It's a single entry. That lets you separate the garden visit from dinner when the gardens close on your luau day.
- How much time does Toa Luau take?
The luau takes 3 hours before adding garden time. The 5 p.m. session finishes at 8 p.m. Plan your valley visit earlier in the day if you want to do both before driving back.
- Does Toa Luau include a ride from Waikiki?
No, you arrange transport to 59-864 Kamehameha Highway in Waimea Valley. There isn't a hotel pickup in this booking. Your return ride needs arranging too, especially if you're staying for the evening performance.
- How do Toa Luau Silver and VIP differ?
VIP changes your seating section and includes three adult drink tickets. Silver includes one, while Gold includes two. The 3-hour luau and valley admission remain part of each package, so the upgrade doesn't add a separate show.
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.