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¹ Children 2 years and under are free.
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Enjoy a guided tour of the seven Polynesian villages. For dinner, you'll get special Ambassador admission to the award-winning Alii Luau and VIP seating at the Horizons night show. |
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Polynesian Cultural Center - Ambassador Luau Package
The Park
Find out why the Polynesian Cultural Center is one of Oahu's favorite visitor attractions. This amazing park is spread out over 42 acres and features the richness of the Polynesian culture. Among the main attractions are the seven Polynesian villages that show the traditional island life of Tonga, Tahiti, the Marquesas, Fiji, New Zealand (Aotearoa), Samoa and Hawaii. As you explore the park, you'll learn more about the traditions, lifestyles, music, dance and hospitality of Polynesia.
You'll see native islanders carving tiki statues, dancing with fire knives, making fire by rubbing sticks together and climbing up four-story palm trees barefooted. Take your time visiting all the villages or hop aboard a canoe for a leisurely ride down the river that runs through the Center.
But there's so much more to see and explore:
The Pageant of Long Canoes
Mid-afternoon marks the beginning of the fantastic Pageant of the Long Canoes, where you'll see Polynesian dancers showcase their native costumes and dances on big floating platforms in the park's central lagoon.
The IMAX Movie
You might also want to check out the park's state-of-the-art IMAX Theater to watch the spectacular Coral Reef Adventure movie, shown on a gigantic screen measuring 65 feet high (19.8 m) and 93 feet wide (28.4 m). The movie features the real-life expeditions of renowned underwater filmmakers Howard and Michele Hall in Fiji, Tahiti, Australia's Great Barrier Reef and 200 miles east in the coral atoll lagoon of Rangiroa, French Polynesia. The movie will immerse you in another world. You'll dive with the Hall's to mysterious deep reefs, swim with gray reef sharks, zoom through coral canyons and ride a fast current beneath a breaking wave.
Tram Tour of La'ie
While touring the park, you can also venture out into the neighboring town of La'ie, the home of the first temple built outside of the mainland United States by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. This "Taj Mahal of the Pacific" is striking in its architecture and was dedicated in 1919 to serve Mormons throughout the Pacific.
You can take a free tram ride from the Center that runs every 20 minutes from 1:00 to 6:40 p.m. During the ride, you'll learn about the history and the people of La'ie. At the temple, you can enjoy a stroll in the beautiful gardens and check out the Visitor Center, which features a 10-feet marble replica of Thorvaldsen's well-know statue "Christus." |
The Luau
After a long day of exploring the Center, you'll be hungry and ready for participating in a luau - one of the most Hawaiian experiences you can have. The Polynesian Cultural Center is home of Hawaii's most authentic luau, a traditional Hawaiian-style feast with entertainment. The Ali'i Luau begins at 5:30 p.m. at a secluded site with a tropical 15-foot tall waterfall.
As you enter, you'll be greeted with a flower lei. Later, you'll witness the traditional imu ceremony, in which the roast "kalua" pig is raised from an underground oven. Then the Ali'i Court arrives, complete with the fanfare from conch shell trumpets. These performers will entertain you as you dig into a feast that's guaranteed to satisfy any appetite.
The luau buffet table is set with all kinds of delicacies, from typical Hawaiian foods, such as kalua pig, lomi lomi salmon, haupia (coconut pudding) and poi, to standard American dishes, such as rice, chicken and vegetables.
The Show
After the luau feast, a very special treat is awaiting you. You'll get to see the fabulous Horizons Polynesian Revue, one of the largest Polynesian shows in the world featuring a cast of more than 100 native performers from all over the Pacific. They will perform the songs, dances and showcase their costumes that make their cultures unique. The rhythmic melodies and the beating of the drums will touch your heart and the breathtaking Samoan fire-knife dance will captivate you and take you back in time. |
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Ambassador Luau Package:
With this Ambassador Luau Package, you'll get a small group guided tour of the seven Polynesian villages, witness the fabulous canoe pageant, watch the IMAX movie, participate in the tram tour of La'ie town and take a canoe ride down the park's river. For dinner, you'll be greeted with a shell lei and enjoy special Ambassador admission to the award-winning Ali'i Luau. Afterward, you'll get VIP seating at the spectacular Horizons night show. |
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| Map, Location and Schedule |
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Laie, Oahu, Hawaii |
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| Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
| | Start Time | 10:00am | | End Time | 9:00pm |
| Start Time | 12:00pm | | End Time | 9:00pm |
| | Start Time | 10:00am | | End Time | 9:00pm |
| Start Time | 12:00pm | | End Time | 9:00pm |
| | Start Time | 10:00am | | End Time | 9:00pm |
| Start Time | 12:00pm | | End Time | 9:00pm |
| | Start Time | 10:00am | | End Time | 9:00pm |
| Start Time | 12:00pm | | End Time | 9:00pm |
| | Start Time | 10:00am | | End Time | 9:00pm |
| Start Time | 12:00pm | | End Time | 9:00pm |
| | Start Time | 10:00am | | End Time | 9:00pm |
| Start Time | 12:00pm | | End Time | 9:00pm |
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PCC is closed on Sundays, Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays.
Waikiki hotel pick-up is also available at 12 pm (10 am is recommended in order to see everything)
For the Transportation option, return time to your hotel is approximately 10:15PM. |
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The Ambassador Luau Package includes:- Ambassador admission to the Polynesian Cultural Center
- Admission to seven Polynesian villages
- Canoe pageant (2:30 pm each afternoon)
- Tram tour of La'ie
- IMAX Movie
- Canoe ride
- Ambassador luau show and buffet (from 5:00PM to 6:45PM).
- VIP seating at the Horizons night show (7:30 PM in the Pacific Theater)
- Children 2 years and under are free.
Plus These Ambassador Luau Package Exclusives: - Shell lei greeting
- Ambassador buffet
- Pineapple delight dessert during Horizons intermission
- Souvenir video and program
Ambassador Buffet Menu: - Island-fresh tossed greens accompanied by carrots and cherry tomatoes
- Spinach salad
- Sweet potato salad
- Ambrosia salad
- Marinated cucumber carrot salad
- Poke
- Lomi lomi salmon
- Kalua pork
- Chicken long rice
- Lai'e style chicken
- Deep fried fish (fresh daily)
- Sweet potatoes
- Poi
- Taro rolls
- Fresh tropical fruit selection
- Guava cake
- Haupia (coconut pudding)
- Coconut cake
The Polynesian Cultural Center features: - Hawaii's most authentic luau - 1998 Kalihi Awards
- "Horizons," a 90-minute Polynesian extravaganza featuring a cast of more than 100 young Polynesian dancers performing the best in native dances, legends, music, storytelling and history
- "Treasures of Polynesia," an expansive Polynesian arts and handicrafts marketplace of gifts and souvenirs
- Hawaii's only canoe pageant
- The historic Hukilau Store
- An IMAX Theater featuring a great film
TRANSPORTATION: - Regular Transportation is via a large tour bus, with pick ups at the major Waikiki hotels. Deluxe Transportation includes curbside pick-up from anywhere in Waikiki (not just select hotels), and is via luxury mini-coach.
Note: - Evening show seats are allocated on a first-come basis, so please book as far in advance as possible.
When? - Monday to Saturday
- Center opens at 12:00 pm and closes at 9:00 pm
- Waikiki hotels pick-up available at 10:00 am and 12:00 pm, and returns at 10:15 pm
CLOSED Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's
Where? - Polynesian Cultural Center at La'ie, East Oahu
Restrictions: - PCC is closed on Sundays, Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays.
- All major areas of PCC are accessible to those in wheelchairs, including the Laie Temple Visitors Center. Folding wheelchairs can be easily stowed in the storage area of any motor coach. Motor coaches are the default form of transportation to PCC. Collapsible wheelchairs must be folded and stowed in the luggage compartment of the motor coach. Wheelchair must be safe and in good repair with an effective braking system.
- Other information about Wheelchairs:
- PCC provides guests a limited number of collapsible wheelchairs. There is a $20 deposit and rental fee, $15 of which will be refunded when the wheelchair is returned undamaged. If a guest wishes to use one of PCC's wheelchairs, please make a note of this in the reservations (the credit card page has an area for "Requests"). The deposit for rental of a wheelchair must be paid at entrance to PCC.
- In instances when guests would like to bring their own rigid (non-collapsible) or motorized wheelchairs on the bus, they must note this in their reservation. Please also note the type of wheelchair (folding, motorized).
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| Hotel Pickup Information |
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Roundtrip transportation is available from designated Waikiki area hotels. If you are staying at a Waikiki hotel and wish to be picked up, please indicate your choice when booking this activity (please add "Roundtrip Transportation" to your shopping cart). Please be sure we have your correct email address as we will send you pick-up information times and locations via email.
Standard Trans: 10:00 a.m. or 12:00 p.m. pick-up.
Deluxe Trans: 10:00 a.m. or 12:00 p.m. pick-up. Mini-bus w/ less stops.
Click for a List of Pickup Locations
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| Driving
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The Polynesian Cultural Center is located in La'ie, on Oahu's northeastern coast. It's just a 35-mile scenic drive from Waikiki. Along the way, you can enjoy plenty of picturesque views as the road winds through the rainforest and along gorgeous beaches. The Center is located at 55-370 Kamehameha Highway in La'ie.
From Waikiki, take the H-1 freeway west until reaching the Likelike Highway (63). Exit H-1 onto the Likelike Highway (toward the mountains) and stay on the Likelike until passing through the tunnel and emerging on the windward (eastern) side of the island. Exit Likelike and take Kahekili Highway (83) north until arriving in La'ie (Hint: the Kahekili Highway becomes the Kamehameha Highway after Kaneohe).
You'll see the Polynesian Cultural Center on your left (toward the mountains) after arriving in La'ie. It is located next to Brigham Young University and the Hawaiian Temple. On the way to La'ie, you'll pass interesting sights, such as Kualoa Ranch and Chinaman's Hat, a small offshore island.
Parking fee is $5 per vehicle. |
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Ambassador Luau
Reviewer: MDtravelers
(Maryland, USA)
August 6, 2008
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We had an excellent experience at the PCC. We learned so much about the different cultures within the Pacific region in a very fun and informative way. The lay-out of the center is beautiful and easy to get around with something new to see at every turn. The canoe pageant was out of this world and the luau was extremely well organized and the food was quite good.
The culmination of the evening was the spectacular show with the outstanding performers that including a tremendous fire show. WELL DONE!!! WE really enjoyed the Samoan exhibit with Kap. Very funny man! We also liked the drum exhibition with the Tonga group. they played so well with the crowd...very funny, also. We saw a lot on our trip to Hawaii, but this experience at the PCC will stay with us forever! Thanks! |
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Polynesian Culture center - the best I have seen
Reviewer: Wildcat
(Wisconsin, USA)
April 9, 2007
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We had a guide which was great! Ask for Carl he was wonderful. The center itself is interesting and fun, and the night show is a must. I have been to 5 different shows and this is the best! If I went again I would go for the show only and would try the sit down dinner option. |
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A time to remember, a place to never forget and a happy-faced, laughter-laced experience is what you will find at: The Polynesian Cultural Center.
Reviewer: David Syfert
(Ewa Beach, USA)
June 8, 2006
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In a world overlaid increasingly with concrete and asphalt, there is still a land of tropical beauty and natural wonders that has been immortalized in movies, magazines, music and television. That land is Hawaii. That land is my home. And in this home of mine—this land of Hawaii—there is place where the world-renowned "Aloha Spirit" of Hawaii is still to be found. That place is called: The Polynesian Cultural Center(PCC), which is located on the world famous North Shore of the island of Oahu. From watching young Samoan men easily climb forty-foot-tall palm trees using only their hands and bare feet to learning that the slack key guitar originated in Hawaii - you will be entertained; and you will learn.
From dining on native and world cuisines to your all-you-can-eat delight to laughing, clapping and reveling at the Horizons extravaganza - you will be well fed while being entertained in song and dance. Be you young or be you old, be you a visitor to Hawaii or a resident of Hawaii, the PCC is a fun time. The PCC is a learning time. The PCC is a together time. The PCC is simply a very good time - a very good time that you will remember, desire to re-experience and be irresistibly driven to recommend that others experience.
As a transplanted resident of Hawaii - am proud that The Polynesian Cultural Center is…Made in Hawaii and Found Only in Hawaii. |
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Had a wonderful day at the PCC.
Reviewer: Tamarra
(Stonington, Canada)
May 18, 2006
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This was our first visit to Hawaii, and we decided we should go to PCC based on freinds who went there last summer. PCC really wasnt what we expected. It was unique and interesting, with so much to see and do.
We had two tour guides who took us to seven Polynesian villages. We learned about Polynesian culture and even did some Polynesian dancing ourselves. It was so much fun. After that we got fresh leis and had a dinner at the Alii Luau. After the luau we had a little more than an hour left before the Horizon show started, so we walked around the center again which was very peaceful late in the evening. Kind of what you would think of if traveling back in time to the Kingdom of Hawaii. We then enjoyed the Horizon show as a nice ending.
It is unusual to find a theme park dedicated to a "cultural" theme, and I highly recommend PCC to anyone who is interested in Polynesian culture. |
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