From Venice With Aloha

  5/17/22
Excellent experience! Loved every minute! Friendly staff, excellent tour guide, great entertainment and romantic setting. You’ll love it. The staff goes out of their way to keep you safe... read more and are so welcoming. A must do activity when in Hawaii. We’ll be back!

  Great service, everything was explained, relaxing, feels like Italy in Hawaii. Was able to watch the sunset @ the 6:15 ride

  This gondola ride was the perfect experience for a couple looking for romance. My husband and I had an amazing time on the gondola with our wonderful tour guides. They... read more were so nice and friendly, which made us feel very comfortable and welcomed. It was so romantic going at night and would highly recommend this!!

  Exceeded our expectations. Sit back and let them wow you! Thanks for a great anniversary night. Love

  ONE OF THE BEST THINGS TO DO IN HAWAII!
The boat was beautiful, safe and very comfortable, the ride was fantastic! The scenery was just spectacular, and we... read more thoroughly enjoyed seeing Honolulu from the water side view. But far and away the best part was spending time with Elliot and Shawn. Informative, witty, personable and absolutely professional in every way. We would highly recommend this tour to ANYONE. Made it very special for us to celebrate 50 years of marriage with a romantic gondola ride in paradise. We wish them every success.

  This was amazing and peaceful. Our gondolier was very sweet. Good pastries. Definitely a go to for celebration or just date night. I took my husband and he loved it.... read more Scenery amazing. Family oriented. Great people.

  This was a very nice experience. I would recommend anyone to do this when in town. Something different than the regular things to do in Hawaii.

  We took the sunset cruise with Elliot as our amazing gondolier and it was fantastic! He was very informative and it was the best as well as most relaxing outing... read more of our vacation! Will do again next time for sure!!

  I had the nice sunset gondola cruise from 6 pm and it was perfect to see the blue sky moving to a beautiful evening glow of sunset. The gondolian... read more Elliot is a delight entertainer, and he welcomed us with happy songs and interesting stories of Hawaii. The cruise was so nice and fashionable, and we were able to take a lot of fancy pictures. I also enjoyed the special sweets and juice. Thank you for the great, unforgettable experience!
6時からのサンセットクルーズ、最高でした！
青い空から夕焼け、そして日が暮れるまで素敵な船で全て鑑賞できて素敵でした。
ゴンドリアンは愉快な方で沢山おもてなしをしてくださり、歌を歌ったりハワイの小話をしてくれたり楽しかったです。

  After 30 years of coming to Honolulu, and now living here, I’ve been on many excursions. But this one will definitely go with the top of my list a Favorites!... read more Everything about it was a joy from the beginning. Our guides Larry, Sean and Elliott were incredible and they made this more than excursion but an event I will never forget! I’d get this more than five stars if I could!

  Very cute little business! Nice guys, family owned and operated. Perfect evening trip. Great history of Hawaii as well.

  My husband and daughter gave me this ride as a Mother’s Day gift. It was a delightful and unique way to experience Waikiki. Elliott, Shawn, and Gondolarry had... read more thought of everything and have absolutely put their heart into this experience. It’s a must!

  The host was very pleasant. But the supposed canal ride ended up being circles in the marina only. We were very disappointed.

  I am so grateful that me and my family got to experience a BEAUTIFUL and authentic ride on this beautiful little canal in the heart of Waikiki with all the... read more locals!! Everyone was so kind and their hospitality was through the roof! It is an AMAZING experience for the price

  My husband and I throughly enjoyed our cruise. It was relaxing and romantic. The music and snacks were perfect and our tour guides were amazing and full of personality, which... read more made the experience even better.

  Lovely personalised experience Venice in the pacific.....definitely a experience to try!
A family business who go the extra mile. Loved our experience with them...thanks!

  This experience was both relaxing and intimate. I love having the beautiful history of Hawaii with a mix of intimacy and romance

  We took the sunset cruise with Elliot as our pilot, what a wonderful experience, everything on board was fantastic. A must for anyone wanting a unique experience in Honolulu.

  Absolutely amazing. Contacted them last minute. They made everything work out just wonderful. Would recommend this to everyone

  Wonderful experience. Shawn was a really great guide and kept us entertained the entire time. Highly recommend if you are visiting Hawaii

  Was looking for something different to do. This definitely fit the bill! Although we didn’t get to see the sunset, our gondolier was nice, informative and entertaining.

  The gondola cruise outdid all my expectations. It was a perfect fusion of fun and romance. Boat ride was calm with plenty opportunities to capture the beauty of Honolulu and... read more the surrounding scenery. You can take your own pictures and also they will take it with their own professional camera. Our guide was knowledgeable about Hawaii’s history and shared fascinating stories and fun facts along the ride. They provided a fine, rare drink and delicious pastries. They were so genuine and welcoming, truly felt like a friend invited us on a gondola cruise. One of a kind and worth every penny.

  The views were amazing! The tour guides were GREAT!!! A must do. We really enjoyed the family atmosphere and the company of everyone. Beautiful pictures and scenery

  We went there today such a great time we enjoyed every single moment and everything was just perfect
They guy who drove the boat was very nice and friendly... read more and he has alot of knowledge as well as a nice voice
We are really happy that we chose them to go on that cruise
Also they were really nice because we were late caz I got some stomachache and we weren’t able to make it on time we called them and they understand the situation and they worked with us and they told us if we can come after two hours. And they didn’t charge us anything
So thank you guys for everything we really appreciate it and we had a lot of fun

  This was a very enjoyable, personalized, and thoughtful gondola ride! Perfect for viewing sunsets (and in our case, Waikiki fireworks)!! It exceeded our expectations and was a priceless memorable experience!!!

  This isn’t a review
This is a personal experience and big support to this professional family business. Larry, Alex and Sean are amazing.this romantic experience is something else, if... read more you want yo surprise your date with something special, do this and promise you won’t regret it and a plus I do strongly recommend to purchase transportation with Larry he is so kind and knows what he doing and how to make you feel special.

  I usually don’t write reviews, but I had to this time because the Gondola Tour was Better than what I expected. The staff was really nice, courteous and very friendly.... read more They had a lots of good and informative history of the Oahu. We had a blast and will definitely book the Gondola again if we visit Hawaii.

  Amazing experience, people are very friendly and informative! Would definitely recommend for a nice romantic get away with pictures.

  The host was very pleasant. But the supposed canal ride ended up being circles in the marina only. We were very disappointed.

  Amazing time! Beautiful views, treats and music. Shawn was the best! Great music and commentary! Definitely a must do while in Hawaii. Best Gondola your. Mahalo! Shawn

  What a great experience. Very romantic. Biscuits, dessert miam and the wine without alcool, was perfect !! Discover the other side of the waikiki beach. ... read more The driver was very plaisant, we recommanded it , thanks you from Montreal.

  Awesome surprise valentines for me and my boyfriend . Loved every moment . Sweetest family we met and appreciated every aspect that they put into our ride . They made... read more /> Our trip to hawaii very special.

  Awesome little experience, run by two brothers. Would do it again for sure!

It's a pleasant little ride across the canal, peaceful and romantic!

  I’m a retired Army veteran and I’ve had the pleasure of traveling all over the world. I’m saying that to say this, two thumbs up for Waikiki Gondola cruise! I’ve... read more been to Italy on a gondola and even tried the one in Vegas. This one is by far the best! The tour was very informative about the history. The staff was so friendly, courteous, and made sure my wife and I had the best experience ever! To top it off, as we were sailing along we got to see a lot of box jellyfish. It seemed as if they were attracted to the lights on the gondola. Very breath taking experience and if you’re ever in Hawaii make sure you take the tour! You will not be disappointed!!

  I definitely had an amazing experience on the Gondola Waikiki Cruise. Watching the sunset on water in a beautiful Gondola, took it to a whole new level of beauty. Staff... read more were so kind and accommodating, not to mention patient with someone who has no sense of directions, like me. For those who get motion sickness easily, this is one cruise that will make you forget that you even get motion sickness. Smooth, beautiful, and a pleasant experience overall. Thank you Gondola Waikiki from the bottom of my heart!

  Fantastic trip! This was an unexpected delight! The staff was so helpful, friendly, and fun! The beverages and snacks were above expectations! If you are on Oahu, this is a... read more must!

  Due to the rain we made the best of this ride but all in all it was wonderful, our driver was nice, Elliott was very informative and very nice

  We booked the Gondola cruise on our first day of arrival in Hawaii, and I'm so glad we did! Not only was it very relaxing and we got to see... read more some really cool parts of Honolulu (like the canals and bridges), but the folks who operate the business are soooo wonderful! This is a family owned business, and they really care about making sure that everyone who books a tour has a great time. On top of having a really relaxing time on the water, the owners also told us about a fireworks show that was coming up just ~45 minutes after our tour, so with their tip we got to enjoy front row views of the fireworks as well. Overall this is a great way to get settled in the vacation mood, and we highly recommend it!

  It was fun for a “local” couple to see the Ala Wai from a different perspective in a gondola. Wish it was longer. Unique tourist type experience for someone who... read more grew up in Honolulu and not Venice. Great Gondoleer and host’s with food and drink.

  Me and my wife had an amazing experience !
The Gondola Cruise was an experience that was worth the money. Very professional, friendly

  It was relaxing and very romantic. Me and my husband enjoyed the scenery. I highly recommend this Gondola experience.

  What a wonderful experience! On this unique cruise, be prepared to kick back, relax, leave the “driving” to your friendly gondolier, and enjoy seeing the Ala Wai canal from a... read more totally different and pleasant perspective. My wife and I live in Waikiki. We see the canal from our high rise every day. But after our gondola ride, we have newfound appreciation for its beauty and tranquility, particularly at night when the stars are visible amid the glow of the city lights. Our affable and accommodating gondolier told us stories, educated us on little known details about the canal and the marina, and even tenderly serenaded us as we cruised along the glassy calm water. We opted for the fireworks cruise during which our gondolier expertly maneuvered us to a special spot where we had the absolute best vantage point for watching the fireworks all to ourselves. The gondola cruise was everything we’d hoped it would be as we celebrated our 45th wedding anniversary. It was definitely a memorable night!

  Dress comfortably. Prepare for a great ride Beautiful scenery and tasty treats. Overall great atmosphere

  Elliot - a guide of the highest order. Provided great history, legend, stories and also provided answers to any question we had regarding shows, history, and other experiences. He clearly... read more loves his city. Elliot, our guide, brought the city of Waikiki alive for us on this beautiful moonlit night! He mixed in history, music, fun and laughter throughout the night. He was able to adapt to our interests and point out things that took our fancy. We are interested in movies/shows and local culture and as a result he pointed out lots of interesting places to sight see and specific local bites to eat along the way.His knowledge and engaging nature meant we laughed a lot, talked a lot and learnt a lot. Elliot also gave us lots of ideas of other things to do while in Waikiki! And can't forget the singing it was delightful!!!

Thank you Elliot!

  The gondola cruise was the highlight of our stay in Hawaii so far! My husband booked this lovely evening cruise through viator. The owners/operators were very personable, knowledgeable and just... read more genuinely, nice people. The cruise was relaxing and the sightseeing was just beautiful. The tiramisu, cookies, sparkling cider and singing were a plus!!!

  Great experience. They were so nice. The Gondola ride was very romantic. Just like in the movies. If you come to Hawaii please look them up.

  What a remarkable ride. I normally get seasick when I am on a boat, but this ride was very smooth. No waves, just a calm gentle current. The treats... read more were very tasty, and the gondolier was fun to talk to.

  After a long day on the beach and ocean it was very nice to get to relax and learn about Oahu and enjoy a romantic sunset! Our gondolier is so... read more amazing and anyone visiting must have this experience!

  Thank you to the Waikiki Gondola, for making my girlfriend and I experienced a smooth sailing. Elliot and Sean, your service was fenomenal! If you guys ever come to Waikiki,... read more definitely recommend coming here!

  Such an amazing experience!! Elliot was a great tour guide/gondolier. Watching the fireworks on a Friday night, then sailing peacefully on the Ala Wai enjoying the city lights was beautiful.... read more My favorite part was watching the Jelly Fish as they seemed to dance around the boat, giving us such a delightful view. We’ll totally recommend this experience to all of our friends that may visit Honolulu.

  Edwardo did a great job trying to navigate all the obstacles that were not controllable. He had a way of making my 80 year old parents comfortably and telling them... read more stories along the way. Unique experience!

  Very personal and family friendly environment. Recommended adults only. Romantic and they provide a bottle of wine, water, dessert, and music.

  It was a very serene and peaceful experience. Totally different than the typical tourist outing. I highly recommend it. It was one of the highlights of our trip.

  This was a wonderful family outing, a unique way to see Waikiki. We had great views of Diamond Head, and it was a very relaxing ride.

  My husband book the Gondola cruise for my birthday while we were in Honolulu. It was a beautiful romantic experience. The host Eliot was so nice and welcoming. He played... read more some of the most romantic song for us and also sing along. He also shared the history behind the canal and the beautiful infrastructure of the buildings. It was a great romantic and informative experience.

  I was very interested in somewhere romantic and private that I could propose to my girlfriend of 2 years. After passing under the 3rd bridge the gondolier skilfully handed me... read more the engagement ring housed in a clear container atop a heart shaped white silk pillow with white silk flowers. It was a full moon and she said yes!. Excellent Gondola cruise.

  Its a relaxing and amazing experience. Its like your in Italy. Very interesting to say the least. A fun experience !

  What a way to celebrate our 35th anniversary! From a very warm welcome and attention given from hotel pick-up and all throughout the gondola ride. A family-run business (Gondo-Larry... read more with his 2 sons: Shawn & Elliot) they make you feel so special. Paparazzi included with perfect view of the fireworks. You'll also appreciate the clear water compared to the Venice canal which is murky. Thank you guys for bringing Venice to Honolulu!!!

  It was a great experience in Honolulu. It's a fusion of Venice and Hawaii!! Super relaxing tour with excellent music. We saw HONU while on tour!! If you are lucky... read more you will be able to see HONU too!

  I have to say this was the most romantic evening I have had in a long time. We took this tour because my daughter booked it for our 27th year... read more anniversary. Waikiki WOW Gondola have definitely lived up to their name. They offer a Venetian Gondola ride around this beautiful Ala Wai Harbor and canal. They had complementary chilled Apple Cider, tasty pastries, music, and all around great ambiance. It is something you should experience if you come to Honolulu, Hawaii. A family owned business that can cater to a couple in love to a group or family who want to experience a Venetian gondola ride in Hawaii. It surpassed all my expectations and I definitely give it a 10 out of 10.