Maui: Wailele Luau with Fire and Knife Performance and Dinner
Maui, United States

Maui: Wailele Luau with Fire and Knife Performance and Dinner

Outty Ranking 55 4.2 · 262 traveler reviews3 hoursFrom $115
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Outty Ranking

55/100

Worth a Look. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.2/5

Based on 262 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is Maui: Wailele Luau with Fire and Knife Performance and Dinner worth booking?

Maui: Wailele Luau with Fire and Knife Performance and Dinner is a 3-hour experience in Maui, United States, from $115 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.2/5 rating across 262 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
55 / 100
Rating
4.2/5 (262)
Duration
3 hours
From
$115 per person

Maui’s Most Extreme Troupe of Fire-Knife Dancers! Staged outdoors amidst a scenic oceanfront setting alongside Kaanapali Beach, this intriguing luau performance and dinner show is held on-site at our resort and showcases stories of demi-god Maui, ancient Hawaiian kahiko with traditional costumes and Hawaiian awana with a grander spectrum, leading up to the island’s most extreme fire knife dance finale.

What you get

    About this experience

    Maui’s Most Extreme Troupe of Fire-Knife Dancers! Staged outdoors amidst a scenic oceanfront setting alongside Kaanapali Beach, this intriguing luau performance and dinner show is held on-site at our resort and showcases stories of demi-god Maui, ancient Hawaiian kahiko with traditional costumes and Hawaiian awana with a grander spectrum, leading up to the island’s most extreme fire knife dance finale.

    What's included

    Included

    • Alcoholic beverages
    • Dinner
    • Admission to Wailele Luau

    Not included

    • Hotel pick-up and drop off

    What you'll see and do

    1. Staged outdoors amidst a scenic oceanfront setting alongside Kaanapali Beach, this intriguing luau performance and dinner show is held on-site at our spa and showcases stories of demi-god Maui, ancient Hawaiian kahiko with traditional costumes and Hawaiian awana with a grander spectrum, leading up to the island’s most extreme fire knife dance finale.

      Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Maui

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Returns to the starting point

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
    Group size
    Up to 8 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Wailele Luau at the Westin Maui Resort & Spa

    Know before you go

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 258 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Food and drink

    9 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    3 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Good for families

    2 mentions

    Reviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.

    Traveler reviews

    258 verified traveler reviews for Maui: Wailele Luau with Fire and Knife Performance and Dinner. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

    5 star
    165
    4 star
    40
    3 star
    23
    2 star
    12
    1 star
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    U3483DJjanag · October 2026

    Luau with lots of aloha

    We are staying 15 minutes away in Maui. Free parking in the Westin garage. 2 of us went. Got in line at 5:00. Got “lei-ed” as per usual luau custom, and with the maroon orchids as per usual. Seated with 6 other people at a 10-person table, the front left empty for ease of performance viewing. There appeared to be several hundred guests, with about 1/4 kids. A lot of guests dressed in colorful Hawaiian tourists attire. Our cheerful and efficient waiter,,Torren, plied us with drinks, which were included. Non-alcoholic options too. By 6:30 it was our table’s turn to get in the buffet line. We were one of the last tables to the chow line. There was an impressive variety of food options. I skipped anything raw fish. I thought the food was good. There was a dessert area made available too, which was ok. Of lesser quality than the dinner. At 7:00 the lights were dimmed and the performance and volume increased in intensity. A nice variety of dancers; hula, fire, etc, and Hawaiian history and lore mixed in. Multiple costume changes. Live music with ukuleles and drums. They did a nice job. Birthday and anniversary guests were honored, with the house lights back on. Full embarrassment or enjoyment. Aloha at 8-ish and we made our way back to the parking garage.

    via Tripadvisor

    Misty_S · October 2026

    Amazing!

    Beautiful experience. The food was delicious. Service was top notch. Thank you for showing us your amazing culture.

    via Viator

    paul_b · October 2026

    Music was so loud gave me...

    Music was so loud gave me a headache and the odors from the what I can only assume was the food wormer made me sick.

    via Viator

    477manasm · September 2026

    Bad customer service

    Cancelled the booking muliple times at last minute. We had to book other Luau at higher price.

    via Tripadvisor

    rlmacfadTA · September 2026

    Fun Luau Experience

    The Wailele Luau was a wonderful experience, including for the small children in our family of eleven. The food was excellent and the children's menu and buffet area were so good and fun for them, with buffet tables just their height. The emcee, Dwayne (sp?), was really good, with great narration delivery and excellent interaction with the audience. Our table hostess, Lorraine, was simply the best and she really enhanced the whole experience for us. This luau also had a nice arrangement with part of the seating area covered in case you wanted to get out of the rain sprinkles.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    3 hours
    Free cancellation
    Non-refundable
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
    Price range
    $115 to $219
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    92
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 55

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)46
    Review evidence (18% weight)75
    Booking momentum (14% weight)71
    Value for money (12% weight)90
    Listing quality (10% weight)68
    Local standing (8% weight)0
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)0

    Maui: Wailele Luau with Fire and Knife Performance and Dinner: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Maui.

    How much does Maui: Wailele Luau with Fire and Knife Performance and Dinner cost?

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    Prices start at $115 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Maui usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Maui: Wailele Luau with Fire and Knife Performance and Dinner take?

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    Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Maui is not rushed.

    Is Maui: Wailele Luau with Fire and Knife Performance and Dinner worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.2/5 across 262 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable food & drink in Maui, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Maui: Wailele Luau with Fire and Knife Performance and Dinner?

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    No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.

    Is Maui: Wailele Luau with Fire and Knife Performance and Dinner suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Maui: Wailele Luau with Fire and Knife Performance and Dinner?

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    Around 92 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Maui can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Maui and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Maui: Wailele Luau with Fire and Knife Performance and Dinner start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Maui within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Maui?

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    Maui's three signature days are the Hana road, the Haleakala summit sunrise and the Molokini snorkel sail, and all three are logistics problems as much as experiences. Sunrise summit entry is permit-controlled, Hana is a ten-hour driving day, and Molokini boats vary wildly in size. Our ranking rewards operators who handle permits and keep boat capacity low. On Outty we rank every Maui experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Molokini Crater + South Maui Coast Adventure from Kihei, Maui, Maui Eco-Raft Tour: Eye-Level Whale or Dolphin Watching - Lahaina, West Maui Snorkeling Experience by Boat from Ka'anapali. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Maui?

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    April to May and September to October. Whale season runs December to April. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Maui?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Maui: Wailele Luau with Fire and Knife Performance and Dinner?

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    Included: Alcoholic beverages; Dinner; and Admission to Wailele Luau. Not included: Hotel pick-up and drop off. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Maui: Wailele Luau with Fire and Knife Performance and Dinner?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Maui: Wailele Luau with Fire and Knife Performance and Dinner wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Maui: Wailele Luau with Fire and Knife Performance and Dinner if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

    What do travelers say about Maui: Wailele Luau with Fire and Knife Performance and Dinner?

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    Across 262 reviews averaging 4.2 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, knowledge and storytelling, good for families. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

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