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 classroom on the sea. Our cultural practitioner and crew involve guests in hands on activities, using native materials to make food, clothing, tools, and other traditional items. Ask questions, explore the deck, nets and hulls, take part in poi (taro) pounding or just relax and enjoy. 'Ukulele music and traditional chants ('oli) with locally-sourced traditional food and drinks are all part of this unique experience. *Note: Due to COVID restrictions, all sails can only be booked as a private single group charter, with a minimum of one and a maximum of six passengers per charter. All ages welcome, minors must be accompanied by an adult.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 6.
Sail on the only US Coast Guard Certified Polynesian Canoe in the world. Come aboard and experience Native Hawaiian culture and activites and learn about the indigenous history of the Kona District of O'ahu as we sail the Waikiki coastline of Mamala Bay.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Polynesian Canoe Day Sail lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
Prices start at $200 per person for this Oahu experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM.
Children aged 3–12 pay from $100, adults from $200.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Kewalo Basin Harbor Pier D 106. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 6 participants.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 29 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Kamoauli.
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Become a Voyager on this historic, authentic vessel! Crewmates Jay, Jasmine and Olivia are perfect and able companions as you embark on this journey that is informative, fun and, frankly, joyful.
We really appreciate your review of us.
Fantastic cruise; a real taste of Hawaiian/Polynesian culture! Highly recommended for anyone who would like to see the Waikiki shoreline and enjoy a fantastic educational experience. The crew and guides were very knowledgeable and welcoming. I’ve traveled the world and have done many local tours; this ranks right up in the top 5! Captain was very professional and ensured we had a safe and enjoyable adventure. Don’t waste your time with the party cruises…this is a much better experience and more Hawaiian than many of the other touristy cruises. A MUST DO for families, solo, and couples during your stay in Oahu!
Mahalo Nui for the wonderful heartfelt review!
Very unique….Very informative and fun. Loved every bit of it. The crew was incredible! It was a combination of pure relaxation, education, and fun all in one.
Thank you for the great review!
Great time with the family. Very educational and unique experience! Our family really enjoyed our time on this historical boat!!
Thank you for joining us!
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!
Hurry up and relax, Glad to have you on board what a beautiful day.
It was a fantastic trip for us. Great way to enjoy the beauty of Hawaii and learn about its history and culture.
We strive to be a truly Hawaiian cultural experience from start to finish. Mahalo.
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.
I am sorry for the interruption of your plans, we did try and contact you on several occasions. I wish we were able to communicate earlier, it was short notice on our part.
Favorite part of our trip. Small, intimate tour and very educational and insightful into Hawaii and its culture and people.
Mahalo for giving us such a wonderful review, A HUI HOA!
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!
We really enjoyed host you! Thank you for the wonderful review.
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!
Mahalo for joining us for the day sail, we truly appreciate the wonderful review.
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polynesian Canoe Day Sail | 2 hours | 4.9 (29) | $200 | |
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