Creations Polynesian Journey

Creation – A Polynesian Journey is Sheraton’s newest Polynesian dinner and cocktail show in Waikiki.

The operators of Island Seaplane Service have a background of over forty-seven years of seaplane activity in northern Minnesota, Canada, Alaska, the Caribbean, Florida, SE Asian and Hawaii.  The founder of the company, Pat Magie, has flown 39,000 accident free hours with about 32,000 hours in seaplanes–which now is probably the world’s record.  He was also named as the National Seaplane Pilot of the year in 2000.  He flew as a bush pilot in Northern Minnesota, Canada and Alaska for many years flying fishermen, hunters, forest fire suppression and freight of all descriptions.  He did also fly many med-a-vac flights and saved several lives–sometimes at great risk at night and adverse weather conditions landing in strange lakes with no lighting.

Aloha Flight – 1/2 Hour Flight
On arrival at our floating office you will be welcomed and briefed on a map of the flight and the sights you will see.  After you take-off from the water we will climb out alongside Honolulu Harbor and Aloha tower, then pass offshore of Waikiki Beach followed by a look down into Diamond Head Crater, the prestigious Kahala area, Koko Head Crater, Hanauma Bay, Sealife Park, Kaneohe Bay and return through Pali Pass and a circuit over the Arizona Memorial before returning to Keehi Lagoon for a water landing.

Islander Flight – 1 Hour Flight
This flight will take in all of the spectacular sights of the 1/2 hour flight and continue over sparkling Kaneohe Bay and along the Windward Coast of O’ahu and show you Chinaman’s Hat the movie site of “Jurassic Park” and Godzilla, “Kahana Bay, the Polynesian Cultural Center, the Mormon Temple, BYU Hawaii Campus, the old Kahuku Sugar Mill, the Windmill Farm and the Turtle Bay Hilton Hotel.

Air Tour & your choice: Catered Dinner or PuPu Party
We can arrange a sumptuous catered meal or a pupu party served on our dock with one of the best views in Honolulu.  Tables and chairs will be set up on the dock with Hawaiian music piped over the site.  As everyone relaxes, visits and eats our seaplanes will whisk each person in the group around the southern part of Oahu. Everyone will really enjoy watching the seaplanes taking-off and landing right in front of them.

We specialize in small group size,  guided eco-tours to see Hawaii’s unique native bird and plant species. Spectacular scenery, excellent photographic opportunities, and information about the Geology, Archaeology, Mythology and History of Hawaii await you on our fun and educational tours.

Founded in 1995 as the original nature adventure company on Oahu, we provide the finest eco-tours and best prices available, and have professional, knowledgeable and friendly local guides to narrate each location visited and assist you while exploring our beautiful island.

Whether you are interested in a rainforest – waterfall hike, a Diamond Head Crater adventure, Green Sea Turtles or colorful tropical birds and flowers; or simply would like to learn fun and interesting facts about the natural history of Hawaii, Oahu Nature Tours has always been the adventure travelers’ and travel agents’ choice for quality ecotours.

As a long-term partner of the "Nature Conservancy" we donate a portion of proceeds to local conservation efforts.

#1 Diamond Head Crater Adventure – $27.00
Enjoy a guided walk to the 760 foot summit of the world’s most famous crater where breathtaking 360 degree views await you. On this adventure you will learn interesting information about the crater’s geology, history, archeology, flora and fauna.

#2 Hidden Waterfall and Royal History Adventure – $45.00
Step back in time on this unforgettable adventure as we visit a picturesque waterfall in lush Nuuanu Valley, Queen Emma’s Summer Palace, the world famous Pali Lookout, Hawaii’s sacred Royal Mausoleum, the legendary King Kamehameha’s statue and other historic highlights of the Kingdom of Hawaii…

#3 Hawaiian Waterfall Hiking Adventure – $45.00
Spectacular 2000 foot jagged cliffs tower above as you walk into the lush Koolau mountains that rise above Kaneohe Bay. We visit a picturesque rainforest waterfall and enjoy Hawaii’s unique rainforest plants and birds.

#4 Natural Highlights of Oahu Adventure – $40.00
Visit Paiko Lagoon Wildlife Sanctuary, world famous Hanauma Bay, "From Here To Eternity" beach, Halona Blowhole, Makapuu Lookout, Kaupo lava flow and tide pools, Waimanalo Bay, Enchanted Lake bird refuge, ancient Hawaiian temple.

#5 Mountain Rainforest Adventure – $47.00
Journey to the scenic mountains high above the shimmering waters of Pearl Harbor to a place that time has passed by. In this beautiful setting we walk into a forest that includes Hawaiian honeycreepers, scarlet-flowered Ohia and majestic Koa trees.

#6 Valley of the Rainbows Adventure – $45.00
Travel with us to the enchanting, lush rainforest located deep within the beautiful Valley of the Rainbows. Here, nestled below towering jungle trees and surrounded by seven waterfalls one of the world’s premier Botanical Gardens, the Lyon Arboretum awaits you.

#7 Lost Coast of O’ahu Adventure – $50.00
Escape the hustle bustle of Waikiki and journey with us to the lost coast of O’ahu, a place where your fantasies of a tropical island paradise come true. Our first stop is Lanikai, the most beautiful beach in the world.

#8 North Shore Adventure – $42.00
An exciting journey of discovery to the famous North Shore of Oahu. Over the Ko’olau Mountains to the windward side, then onwards to the North shore featuring Byodo Temple, Wetlands, Banzai Pipeline, historic village of Haleiwa and much more..

#9 Manoa Waterfall Adventure – $45.00
This adventure will fulfill all your fantasies about Hawaii’s lush rainforests, giant ferns, cascading tropical waterfalls, picturesque streams and unique species that can be found nowhere else on Earth..

#10 Oahu Nature Tours Grand Adventure Combo prices! – Save $
Combine the Diamond Head Crater Adventure with any of our other tours. Experience the fascinating diversity and natural beauty of Oahu on our Grand Adventure.The tours CAN be taken on the same or separate days!

#11 Oahu Nature Tours Deluxe Adventure Combo prices! – Save $
Combine any two of our adventures.A great way to see several interesting ecological highlights of our island.
The tours CAN be taken on the same or separate days!

#12 Special Adventurers Pass  Combo prices! – Save $
For those guests interested in exploring a wide variety of unique ecosystems on Oahu.
Three of our tours are included and CAN be taken on the same or separate days!

The Alii Kai Dinner Cruise is one dinner party you’ll never forget. Step aboard this amazing 170-by-50-foot "Ruler of the Sea" for a casual, fun-filled sunset sail and delicious island flavors. Take in panoramic views of the Pacific, world-famous Waikiki and the city of Honolulu as you cruise down the coast.

After the sun sets, dine buffet-style and watch a captivating Polynesian show with dancers, drummers and chanters. When the show ends, it’s your turn to take to the dance floor as the Ali`i crew encourages passengers to play games and shake their own hips to the live music. Party your way back to shore, and by the night’s end, you’ll be part of the Ali`i ohana (family).

Germaines Luau describes a Hawaiian feast named for the taro tops always served at one, but goes back to at least 1856, when so used by the Pacific Commercial Advertiser; formerly a feast was referred to as a pa`ina or `aha`aina. The pa`ina describes a small dinner party as compared to the `aha`aina which refers to a large banquet type gathering.

`Aha`aina – means feast – Traditionally feasts were held for human comfort and social enjoyment or to communicate with and seek the help of or to appease the Gods. In its supernatural context – we are referring to Hawaii’s pre-Christian deities and rituals. The term `aha`aina is derived from the root words `aha which means a meeting; gathering; or assembly and `aina which refers to eating or a meal.

In pre-missionary Hawai`i, both special religious occasions and human milestones were observed with feasting. Food in early Hawai`i was very often scarce and precious. What food they had, they shared with each other and with the gods. For feasts and even ordinary meals were important ways of communicating with the gods and one’s fellow man. During the feast or meal, the ancestral gods were usually brought out and they were also given their share of the meal – beyond a ritual offering of the spiritual essence or (aka) of the food.

In old Hawai’i , the `aha`aina feast was both a religious experience and an important part of the early ohana (family) way of life. The food prepared for the feast was precious to the early Hawaiian, for it provided vital source of life’s nourishment from the gods.

Today, the observance of the religious significance of the aha aina has all but disappeared and a feast, as it is hosted and celebrated in contemporary times, has become essentially, a purely social affair.

While today’s menu is similar to the food that was served at a traditional `Aha`aina, much of the religious significance and symbolism of the foods are usually forgotten.

Come and take a musical journey with us as we bring the islands of Samoa, Tahiti, New Zealand, and Hawaii to life in our exciting Polynesian Review.

From sunny shores of Papaeete, are the graceful and dazzling Tahitian dancers with their colorful costumes and gravity defying headdresses. Tahitian dance is known for its swift and steady rhythmic hip movements. Incredible stamina and dance expertise are required to perform this high-energy rendition.

The highlight of the show is the Samoan Fire-knife dance, known as the "Tooth of Death". In the original interpretation, this dance was performed with a dangerously sharp blade.

The story behind the dance is of a Samoan chief making a movie for Hollywood many years ago. He decided to include the flaming torch in his part to make the dance more spectacular.

The show also includes the energetic Samoan Slap Dance, a traditional display of male prowess. True to the name, the dancers slap their chests, arms and legs repeatedly throughout this segment. For Samoan men, this was an opportunity to demonstrate their bravery and courage.

No luau would be complete without the swaying hips and graceful hand motions of the Hula. The dancers tell beautiful and expressive stories of love and life in old Hawaii using elegantly simple implements such as the ipu (polished hollowed-out gourd) and uli uli (brightly colored feather topped gourds).

How we began:

The founding of our luau began in the early 1970′s at Sea Life Park, the popular aquatic family venue overlooking picturesque Makapu’u Point on East Oahu. After a time, we relocated to the sunny west side of our island to a beachfront property near the Barber’s Point lighthouse where it remains today.

The area was the former seaside residence of Rosalei and William Stephenson & their family. The Stephensons were renowned for their hospitality and enjoyed hosting Hawaiian lu’aus as a regular family tradition.

Prior to the development of the present Campbell Industrial Park, the area was lush with vegetation and surrounded with sugar cane fields waving in the gentle breeze. The waters along the shoreline of the estate teemed with fish and other treasures of the sea.

To ensure that the family would be forever united and always remain Keiki o ka ‘aina (children of the land), individual coconut trees were planted for each member of the Stephenson family throughout the property. The heights of the various coconut trees today represent the different generations of family who celebrated aloha in their Hawaiian way of life and enjoyed happy times together. The lone Norfolk pine tree on the estate served as the family Christmas tree and the family members decorated it each year as they celebrated the joys of the Christmas holiday season.

In keeping with the Stephenson family traditions, we have taken special measures to insure that the “family of coconut trees” remain in the areas they were originally planted and are properly maintained.

Our lu’au has evolved over the years but the true spirit of Aloha remains as the defining element of the Germaine’s Luau experience.

The Sunset Buffet is the favorite of families and couples preferring a fun, informal atmosphere where the dining room turns into a party after the sun sets. Buffet guests dine in the ocean-themed Blue Hawaii Room, located on the first deck of the Navatek and are treated to a Hawaiian and contemporary revue of music, song, and dance. The smoothest ride. The best views. Exceptional service.

Starting at just $40 -

Polynesian Cultural Center is located about one hour’s scenic drive from Waikiki and is the top paid Hawaii attraction for a reason. Our seven native villages give visitors the rare chance to participate in the daily adventures of Hawaiian and other South Pacific cultures. Add Hawaii’s most authentic luau and the world’s largest Polynesian night show and you’ll see why every trip to Hawaii should include a visit to the Polynesian Cultural Center.

Experience all of Polynesia

Imu Ceremony at the Luau

Meet, learn about and interact with the people of Hawaii, Samoa, Maori New Zealand (Aotearoa), Fiji, Tahiti, the Marquesas and Tonga
Watch Hawaii’s only canoe pageant
Experience an authentic Hawaiian luau, a dinner-show feast fit for an alii (royal chief).
Enjoy our world-famous evening show, Horizons: Where the Sea Meets the Sky.
Enjoy family activities from all of Polynesia.
See our Oahu luau and Hawaii‘i dinner show packages.

Kualoa Ranch

Kualoa Ranch, family owned and operated, has as its mission to be a role model as stewards of the land. We do this by preserving, protecting and enhancing its natural beauty and culture, while developing recreational and agricultural enterprises compatible with the environment.

We care about and wish to communicate our concern and reverence for our natural environment and the unique Hawaiian culture. Established in 1850, Kualoa is a 4000 acre working cattle ranch, spread from the steep mountain cliffs to the sparkling sea. Located on the northeastern side of Oahu in the Hawaiian countryside, it is less than an hour from Honolulu. The ranch terrain varies from dense rainforest to broad open valleys and from beautiful white sand beaches to awesome verdant cliff faces. It is truly a paradise for outdoor recreation with many places accessible only by horseback, on an all terrain vehicle or by hiking.

• Monday thru Sunday  – closed New Years & Christmas Day
• Buffet Lunch included
• Transportation included, round trip from Waikiki
• Pickup and Return to Hotel is approximately 9 hours.
• Each tour choice is approximately 1 hour long

Adventure rides: Horseback, All Terrain Vehicle, Gun Range, Keiki Ride

Experience rides: Jungle Expedition, Movie Sites & Ranch, Hula Lesson, Ocean Voyaging, Hawaiian Fishpond & Garden, Legends & Legacy Tour.

Swimming with Dolphins

Hawaii’s ancestors held a deep and profound respect for dolphins, or nai’a. It’s a tradition the captains and crew at Ko Olina Ocean Adventures continue to honor and preserve, allowing our visitors to passively view the dolphins, but with a policy of no touching, and no loud or disruptive behavior. Our swim with dolphins procedure is to have our snorkelers assume a passive float position. The longer you hold perfectly still, the longer your dolphin encounter will last. Experience Oahu’s wild spinner dolphins in the Hawaiian tradition of respect for these beautiful animals.

Swimming with fish at KoOlina

Captain Todd and Captain Mick were some of the first to pioneer safe and non-intrusive dolphin encounters and whale watching with these wonderful ocean creatures. They now count 14 years in operation, with thousands of amazed, happy and repeat customers attesting to their success. They, and the rest of our captains and crew, continue Ko Olina Ocean Adventure’s tradition in providing Hawaii’s visitors with an adventurous, fun, memorable and safe ocean experience. It’s an Oahu snorkeling tour you can’t miss!

Dolphins at KoOlina

One Star Sunset Dinner & Show
Enjoy casual elegance with crab and beef dinner plus “My Hawaii – Lei of Memories®”! Explore four panoramic decks for breathtaking views of the Hawaiian sunset and coastline, and complete your evening with our magical “My Hawaii” show and dancing!

3-Course Dinner, Crab and Beef Entrée, Coffee and Tea, 1 Welcome Mai Tai.

Three Star Sunset Dinner & Show

A fun and exciting evening with a whole Maine lobster and tenderloin steak dinner plus show! Your voyage begins with a “champagne” toast, followed by continuous entertainment from welcome hula, to live Jazz, magical “My Hawaii – Lei of Memories®” show by the largest cast on island waters and dancing!

5-Course Dinner, Whole Maine Lobster and Tenderloin Steak Entrées, Coffee and Tea, “Champagne” Toast, 2 Premium Beverages.

Five Star Sunset Dining & Jazz

The ultimate in luxury and romance for special occasions! Be pampered at the exclusive Captain’s welcome reception on the top deck, seasonally inspired 7-course French style dinner served to your own private table in our Art Deco Super Nova Room, super premium beverages and live Jazz entertainment by some of Oahu’s top artists! Gentlemen: Slacks required, jackets recommended. Not recommended for children.

7-Course French Style Dining, Live Maine Lobster and Prime Tenderloin of Beef Entrées, Coffee and Tea, Hawaiian Bellini, 4 Super Premium Beverages with After Dinner Drink Cart Service.