Luau Kalamaku
Kilohana Plantation

Luau Kalamaku is a spectacular evening at the historic Kilohana Plantation near Lihue, blending hands-on culture with an epic Polynesian show. Arrive early for arts & crafts, the traditional imu ceremony, and an optional train ride through the 105-acre grounds. Then enjoy an all-you-care-to-eat Hawaiian buffet and open bar before the award-winning performance - featuring hula, fire-knife dancing, and a powerful story of ancient navigators who sailed to Hawaii.

scheduleDuration: 3.5 hours

Open Tuesdays & Fridays (and Mondays during the summer).

Gold Package & Manor House Experience seating is limited. If unable to book, please call to check for availability.

  • was$179.06
  • now$158.00

🌺 Luau Kalamaku

Taking place at the historic Kilohana Plantation near Lihue, Luau Kalamaku is a truly unique Hawaiian luau in that it offers many extras, such as an optional train ride through the plantation. Also, their luau show features twice as many dancers than any other Kauai luau.

Other activities offered prior to the big luau dinner include arts & crafts demonstrations and the traditional imu ceremony, where you can watch how the ancient Hawaiians cooked their food in earthen ovens. Then sit down to a mouthwatering buffet dinner. After dinner, enjoy a spectacular Polynesian show that pays tribute to the ancient navigators who sailed across the South Pacific to reach Hawaii.

🎟️ Luau Packages

Hawaiian Luau Package: Includes standard seating.
Silver Luau Package: Elevated views with prime seating closer to the show.
Gold Luau Package: Premium seating near the stage with the closest view of the fire dancers.
Train Ride (Upgrade): A scenic ride through the 105-acre plantation, with stops to see animals and historic plantation fields.

🌟 Luau Highlights

  • Hawaiian luau buffet
  • Authentic award-winning Hawaiian show
  • Open bar
  • Hawaiian hula and fire-knife dancers
  • Hawaiian crafts

📅 Luau Kalamaku Schedule

5:00-6:30: Enjoy craft demonstrations & Hawaiian games
5:30-6:10: Train ride (optional, additional cost)
5:00-7:30: Open bar
6:15-6:30: Imu ceremony
6:30-7:30: Dinner, dessert, coffee, live music and hula
7:30-8:15: Main show - Kalamaku
8:15-8:30: Photo session with the cast

🍽️ Luau Kalamaku Menu

🥗 Starters

  • Potato Macaroni Salad (Vegetarian)
  • Vegetarian Tofu Salad (Vegan)
  • Seasonal Fruit Platter (Vegan, GF)
  • Kauai Fresh Green Salad (Vegan, GF)
  • Balsamic Vinaigrette (Vegan, GF)

🍖 Entrées

  • Teriyaki Chicken
  • Kalua Pork (Gluten Free)
  • Seasonal Fish
  • Steamed Jasmine Rice (Vegan, GF)
  • Vegetable Chow Mein (Vegetarian)
  • Sautéed Garlic Vegetables (Vegan, GF)
  • Poi (Vegan, GF)
  • Hawaiian Sweet Rolls (Vegetarian)

🍰 Desserts

  • Banana Cream Tart
  • Pineapple Upside Down Cake
  • Haupia Coconut Pudding

🍹 Drinks & Bar

  • Tropical drinks, mixed drinks, local beer, wine & non-alcoholic beverages

🏠 Manor House Experience

This premium option combines the Luau Kalamaku show with a fine dining experience at Gaylord’s Restaurant. Includes champagne reception, four-course dinner, boutique shopping, torch-lit walk to the luau, and premium reserved seating.

📖 View the Manor House Menu

Manor House Schedule:
5:00 pm: Fresh flower lei greeting & check-in
5:15 pm: Champagne reception
5:25 pm: Four-course dinner at Gaylord's Restaurant
6:45 pm: Shopping at plantation boutiques
7:05 pm: Torch-lit walk & Mai Tai stop
7:30 pm: Premium reserved seating at Kalamaku show

Please note: Menu is subject to change without notice as ingredients are seasonal and based on availability.

Special instructions

  • Where and When:

    Check-in is at 5:00 pm.
    Luau Kalamaku is located at 3-2087 Kaumualii Highway, Lihue, HI 96766 View Map

    If you are on the south or west side of Kauai, head EAST. Kilohana Plantation is located directly after the Kauai Community College on the left-hand side of the road. Look for the white picket fence. The luau is located next to the Kauai Plantation Railway station at the far left end of the parking lot.

    Transportation add-on: Transportation is roundtrip and per person. Depending on the location, pick-up is between 3:30 pm and 4:45 pm. Exact times will be emailed to you. If you are not staying at one of the locations listed below, pick-up will be at the closest location to where you are staying.

    Pick-up Schedule:
    3:30 pm: Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas, front entrance by the valet desk
    3:40 pm: Alii Kai Princeville, front lobby near Valet Desk
    3:40 pm: Cliffs At Princeville, at the front registration area
    3:45 pm: Hilton Garden Inn, at the front lobby
    3:45 pm: Bali Hai Villas, meet at the Clubhouse
    3:45 pm: Ka Eo Kai, at the Clubhouse
    3:55 pm: Kauai Coast Resort (Beach Boy), front of the hotel
    4:00 pm: Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach, front lobby
    4:00 pm: Anaina Hou Community Park, by the bench at the Park 'n Ride (parking: in the park n' ride)
    4:00 pm: Makai Club At Princeville, at the main entrance, road-side
    4:05 pm: Waipouli Beach Resort and Spa, at the front of the porte-cochere (public parking: turn right upon entering the property)
    4:10 pm: Lawai Beach Resort, at the front of the lobby
    4:15 pm: Pono Kai Resort, front entrance
    4:15 pm: Koloa Landing At Poipu Beach, at the front entrance on Poipu Road
    4:20 pm: Sheraton Kauai Resort, at the sidewalk in front of the Ocean Lobby
    4:25 pm: Outrigger Kiahuna Plantation, at the west gate, upper parking lot of the resort
    4:30 pm: Kauai Beach Villas, at the office by the stop sign
    4:30 pm: Marriott Waiohai Beach Club, at the 4-way intersection off of Poipu Road, prior to the hotel
    4:35 pm: Kauai Beach Hotel & Resort, in front of the lobby
    4:35 pm: Point At Poipu, on Pe'e Road in front of the hotel
    4:45 pm: Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort, front entrance
    4:45 pm: Grand Hyatt Regency Kauai, at the Group entrance

  • Restrictions:

    There are no specific restrictions for this activity.

  • Special Notes:

    A high chair and a mini plate are available upon request for infants.
    Please contact us if anyone in your party has special needs. If you require an ADA lift bus, we do require at least 48 hours notice to secure availability. The train ride is ADA accessible.

  • Operation Days:

    Tuesday & Friday (and Monday during the summer)

  • Duration:

    3.5 hours

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