About Honu Hawaii Activities
Honu Hawaii Activities is a Hawaii based company passionate for Hawaiian culture and way of life. We saw a need for Hawaii's many luau options to be easily found, compared and booked on one website. Our goal is to provide you with access to all of the best luaus on the islands and help find which is best for you. We want you to enjoy your Hawaiian experience and share our Polynesian culture with you. No one else offers as many luaus as we do. The time has come for a reliable online resource for booking activities here in the islands.

"Honu" is the Hawaiian word for the Green Sea Turtle, legend tells about a honu named Kauila, who could change herself into a girl to watch over the children playing at Punalu'u Beach on the Big Island. When Kauila's mother dug her nest, a fresh water spring surged upward, quenching the children's thirst. Kauila is the "mythical mother" of all turtles and perhaps of our children as well. It's also said that turtles were the guides for the first voyagers to Hawaii.

E komo mai (welcome)
The Honu-Hawaii Ohana

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How will I get my tickets?
We will email voucher to you that you can print and take with you to the event. This will be done after we confirm your reservation with the activity provider and secure your seats. We can also fax the vouchers to you or the hotel you are staying at. Be sure to bring your voucher and ID with you to the event.

What if I plan to attend the activity today or tomorrow?
Normally we will have processed your order in 48 hours or sooner. However, if your activity is within that time frame we can process your order much quicker to get the voucher to you.

What if I make an order through Honu Hawaii Activities but it was already booked full?
We can either reschedule you to a different date / time or issue a full refund.

How soon should I book?
There is limited space on all activities so it is best to book well in advance to ensure availability. We have a cancellation policy in place to encourage you to book as soon as possible and secure your reservations. As long as you give us at least 48 hours notice before the start of the event, we can reschedule or give you a refund minus a small service fee.

What if I lose my voucher?
We can send you out a new voucher (via email, or fax) or, if you have no way of receiving a voucher, we can also fax it to the activity provider and they will be waiting for you. Please be sure to bring ID with you to the event.

Why are your prices discounted?
You will find most our prices are discounted to some extent. We are an activities wholesaler and we are able to offer a discount off the retail price of many of the luaus activities and things to do in Hawaii. In other words, we bring you the same product at a lower price.

Do you offer Kamaaina or Military discounts?
Unfortunately we cannot. Our prices are already so discounted that we cannot discount more. However, some of our prices rival those of the Kamaaina or Military prices.

What is a luau?
Please see our About Luaus page for more information on what a luau is, what a typical luau menu looks like and the history of luaus.

Is there food?
YES – that’s what a luau is – a feast fit for a king, usually in buffet style.

How long does it last?
Typically it is an evening event, you should be back at your hotel by 8 or 9 pm ready to enjoy your night.

Is there a dance/musical number?
Almost certainly there will be both dances and music to entertain you.

Is transportation available?
Certain luaus offer transportation at a minimal fee.

Is parking available? Is parking convenient? At what cost? Do you validate parking?
Parking is always available, it is usually very convenient and depending on the resort you will be charged a small fee or validation will be offered.

Is there audience participation?
Most luaus will offer some form of participation.

Can I take pictures?
Of course! But for the dancers on stage we ask that you try to refrain from using flash photography – its very distracting! (especially when you are in the middle of the ‘Samoan Slap Dance’!)

Can I take video?
Yes, please do. These memories will last a life time.

Is it ok to bring children under 12?
Yes it is and there are special child, and youth tickets available for some luaus.

Are children under 2 allowed?
Yes they are welcome, most luaus won’t charge for the young "Keiki" (children), each luau will have specific information for you.

Are there plenty of bathrooms?
Yes.

What are your refund policies, timeline?
If you cancel within 48 hours of the scheduled luau, we can refund your order minus a small service fee. See our Cancellation Policy page for more information.

What if it is raining? Umbrellas, rainchecks, refunds?
If the luau does not cancel we will help you have an enjoyable evening in every way we can, including umbrellas etc. If the luau cancels we will be in touch with you to reschedule or to give you a 100% refund.

Does the luau represent many dances or just Hawaiian?
Most luaus will give a revue of many different styles of Polynesia.

Will there be Tahitian dancers?
Each luau is different, the Tahitian dance is a favorite and is widely used across the islands.

Will I need a sweater or a jacket?
Hawaii is always a warm and welcoming place, however during the winter months, from November to February, some may feel the need to bring a light sweater or jacket.

Is there a place I can buy Hawaiian stuff online?
Yes. We recommend www.HawaiianKineStuff.com

Is there a place I can buy scenic Hawaiian photographs and pictures online?
Yes. We use some of Adam Palmer's impressive photographs on our site. You can purchase fine art, scenic Hawaiian prints from his site AdamAPalmer.com.