From Venice With Aloha

  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!!!

  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.

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

  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.

  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.

  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.

  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!

  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!!!

  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.

  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

  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!

  If you are looking for something exceptional and out of the ordinary, then this is for you! This was awesome! Eliot, Shawn, and GondoLarry were fabulous! They couldn't... read more do enough for us. Our sunset cruise ended up being a moonlight cruise. They met us and helped make sure we made it to the gondola ok. Then they showed us how to get in it, explained all the treats that they had for us, including a blanket in case we got cold. Shawn was very knowledgeable of the area and made the trip so fun. We learned about the canal, the marina, the area history and provide us with a nice, smooth cruise on the canal. It was definitely the highlight of our stay in Honolulu. Thanks again Eliot, Shawn, and GondoLarry - if we ever come back, we'll be seeing you again. You won't be disappointed in any of these gondola cruises.

  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。

  Had such an amazing time on this gondola experience, celebrating our 26 Year Anniversary. Shawn, Elliot and Larry was wonderful (Family owned). This is an experience you will never forget!

  Love this experience Shawn is so nice beautiful pics pointed out all the sight very informative he was so sweet love that it’s family owned a must do

  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 booked this cute little gondola cruise for my husband and I to celebrate my husband’s birthday and his first time in Hawaii. We were running late due to valet... read more issues, traffic and not being able to find the exact location. Fortunately for us the staff was very patient, helpful and accommodating. Upon arrival we were greeted with leis and a beautiful arrangement of sparking cider, chocolate covered strawberries, cannolis and an assortment of cookies. The cruise itself was peaceful & lovely. Our gondola host was very entertaining and so was our photographer. We would definitely come back again and recommend this company to our family & friends.

  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.

  It was an excellent way to spend my birthday! It was a romantic ride along the canal. Next time I would like to do the evening cruise when it... read more is not so hot.

  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!

  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 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!!

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

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

  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.

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

  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 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

  My wife and I had a very wonderful time on our gondola cruise. The Aloha Bourealis was a nice touch. I highly recommend this as a must do when... read more visiting Oahu....Spencer

  Thanks to Larry and his family for the unforgettable memories they created on our special day. A canal gondola ride is a great idea to discover Honolulu from a... read more new perspective. The journey flew by unnoticed by interesting stories and attention from young gondoliers. Next time we will definitely come back with our children! Would definitely recommend to everyone! Gondola itself is very comfortable, lots of photos taken by the crew, lots of positive emotions, especially when riding under the bridge or having a glass of champange while gondoliers singing!

  Thank you so much for the beautiful tour .
A truly Hawaiian Sunset Paradise experience at Waikiki's Grand Canal. My husband and I enjoy the enchanting Venetian... read more gondola the
atmosphere the setting drinks, pastries, and the forever lei. Love the classic Italian love songs.
Our gondoliers were very
knowledgeable, polite and friendly and they also sing along. Keep up the good work truly recommend it doing the Hawaii WOW Gondola Cruises
Definitely Love

  What a wonderful experience my wife and I had. These two gentlemen are knowledgeable,friendly, as well as inspiring!! I would Highly recommend this unforgettable experience

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

  What an amazing experience! We took the Friday night fireworks cruise and we’re able to see the beautiful night display from the water! We also cruised the canal to see... read more the city lights! The gondola was amazingly comfortable with amazing company and serenading from Shaun and Elliot️

  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!

  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 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.

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

  What a wonderfully unique experience!! Every detail was thought of - leis, sparkling cider, pastries,little cookies, music and parasols/umbrellas for the sun. The family was so sweet, welcoming and knowledgeable... read more about the area and history. I would definitely recommend this tour!

  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.

  We had an amazing time with Hawaii WOW Gondola Cruise. The experience was awesome and the customer service was the best. I would recommend that everyone who visit Hawaii... read more put this experience at the top of their to-do list! You will not be disappointed!

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

  This was way better than the Gondola we took at the Venetian in Las Vegas. Firstly, it is in the real outdoors, you see beautiful yachts pass by and we... read more got to see Waikiki from a totally new perspective.
It was a decently long ride being 45 minutes as opposed to 15 minutes you get in Las Vegas.

  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!

  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.

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

  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.

  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.

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

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

  We took the sunset time which was great because you have the quiet with enough light to see. In addition, the canal goes along the residential homes so you... read more can see the residents of Honolulu and the canoe club practices at this time so you can observe them as well.

They take pictures of you in the beginning but they don't give them to you unless you write a review for them so I recommend taking your own pictures. I don't appreciate them taking pictures of you and then holding them.

  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!

  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!

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

  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.

  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.

  Such a lovely way to experience the sunset and view Waikiki from the water. Would recommend to families for sure.

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

  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!!!

  We had a beautiful ,relaxing night on the gondola cruise. Everything was delicious , the two brothers was so friendly to us . They were very social, accommodating and sang... read more for us . The mini light show was super cute . This was intimate and a fun experience for date night.