Polynesian Canoe Day Sail Kamoauli

Sail Waikiki’s coast on a traditional Polynesian canoe. Engage in Hawaiian culture, hands-on activities, and enjoy local food and music. Book your private charter now.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Waikiki - Embark on the world’s only US Coast Guard Certified Polynesian Canoe. Join us to immerse yourself in Native Hawaiian culture and activities, and discover the indigenous history of the Kona District of O’ahu while sailing along the Waikiki coastline of Mamala Bay.
What's Included
  • Snacks
  • Cultural & Educational Activities - experience traditional food preparation and clothing manufacture
Additional Information

Kamoauli is a locally owned, all-wood, double-hulled, traditional Polynesian canoe (wa’a kaulua) offering a one-of-a-kind native Hawaiian cultural and educational experience. Come sail along the beautiful Waikiki coastline and become immersed in the stories and history of place (Mo‘olelo) reflected through the land (ʻāina) and ocean (moana) aboard a…

Location
1125 Ala Moana Blvd
Ala Moana Boulevard
Kewalo Basin Harbor Pier D 106
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(26 Ratings)
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Simona_k
Mar 22, 2025
Wonderful Educational and cultural experience! - Great time with the family. Very educational and unique experience! Our family really enjoyed our time on this historical boat!!
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Mpmayer2
Jan 6, 2025
A Great must-do experience! - We had such a wonderful time on this sail. We booked very late and didnt think we would find a spot. We were the only 2 booked and they made the trip anyway. we learned such a great deal and everyone should do it!
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Ni_z
Jul 8, 2024
Culture enriched sail - It was a fantastic trip for us. Great way to enjoy the beauty of Hawaii and learn about its history and culture.
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Margarita_c
Jan 20, 2024
Amazing cultural experience. - Favorite part of our trip. Small, intimate tour and very educational and insightful into Hawaii and its culture and people.
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Mark_u
Jul 7, 2023
A wonderful cultural experience - This was an amazing experience where my wife and I were able to learn about Hawaiian language, Hawaiian culture we were able to make and eat Hawaiian food. Sailing out to diamond head on, and authentic ship built for the king of Tonga we relaxed and enjoyed some good Hawaiian music. Sailing back we had lots of cultural activities. I especially enjoyed all the history. My wife and I made bracelet leis for each other, which we are now probably wearing around the beach. You will not be disappointed!
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Lisa
Jul 7, 2023
Bucket list and must do trip when visiting Oahu! Music, food, sailing, stories, hula - fabulous crew, beautiful boat! - This is by far the most amazing experience we have had in Hawaii! The crew of four went above and beyond to make us feel welcomed as they taught us about traditional culture and customs of the native Hawaiian peoples. We learned how to prepare and then eat taro, made traditional bracelets for each other, and learned about the history of slack stringed guitars and the Hawaiian sound just to start. We saw dolphins and sea turtles while drinking coconut water with Diamond Head in the background. When it was it started to cloud over and rain, they immediately provided us with blankets. When it cleared up and was warmer, colder water was provided. So thoughtful!! Such a perfectly Hawaiian experience all around!! I can’t say enough good things!
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Craig_a
Jun 10, 2023
Best experience in Oahu - My family loved the education and authenticity of this experience. My three year old was captivated by the real life Moana, hula lessons and making her own poi. The food was amazing. If you want to get out on the water, learn some Hawaiian history and avoid the booze cruises this trip is for you.
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Michelle_e
Apr 28, 2023
Great experience - Remarkable experience also a great learning experience in history. The captain and the crew were very knowledgeable and educational. Oooh the cultural food and fresh/chilled coconut was exquisite. Highly recommend this cruise to anyone and everyone.
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Kathrynwq6853tl
Apr 23, 2023
One of a kind experience - Great experience! The staff was amazing and my girls (3 and 7) had the best time. We enjoyed learning a little about the culture and got to see some dolphins, sea turtles, and great views of diamond head.
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Kristinpw930dp
Jun 16, 2024
Unprofessional Handling of Booking - I booked a private sail with Kamoauili Sailing on March 19, 2024, for a trip scheduled on June 16, 2024, at 11 am. Less than 24 hours before our scheduled sail, at 4:36 pm on June 15, 2024, I received an email stating that they would not be sailing because it was Father's Day on June 17. They suggested calling to reschedule. This last-minute cancellation was extremely unprofessional and left us in a very difficult position. With our entire trip planned and finalized, and our departure from Hawaii set for June 18, we had no flexibility to reschedule. Such short notice made it impossible to rearrange our plans or find an alternative. This kind of service is unacceptable, especially considering the significant time and financial investment involved in booking a private sail. I understand that unforeseen circumstances can arise like bad weather, injury or sickness, but this was a clear case of poor planning and communication on their part. I would advise others to be cautious when booking with them.
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