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

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

  This cruise was so relaxing and romantic. I highly recommend it to anyone wanting something unique to do in Hawaii

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

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

  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.

  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 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!

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

  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 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.

  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 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.

  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.

  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!

  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

  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 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 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.

  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.

  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.

  What a beautiful experience to have in the Waikiki canal! One of the top “wonders” of Honolulu and a “Hidden Gem” that gives you an experience unlike anything else! ... read more Gorgeous atmosphere on the gondola with drinks, pasties, and a forever lei. Among the ride we experienced music, facts, wildlife, many interested and curious bystanders, but most of all a quiet and scenic relaxing cruise. We plan to be back for their night tour in a few months! The service from this crew is also 100% amazing.

  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

  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.

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

  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 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

  Its an amazing experience! Elliot and team made sure that we have a good time and an awesome experience to remember.

  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.

  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.

  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!!!

  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!

  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 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.

  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!

  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!

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

  Very beautiful experience, very detailed and precise . Eliot and Gondola Larry were very sweet , both ensured we had a good time ! If in Hawaii this is a... read more MUST !! Enjoy the beautiful scenery view from within their mesmerizing gondolas and amazing entertainment provided by these awesome people ! Such a beautiful amazing and romantic night view for us ! Definitely loved every second of it . Thank you so much Eliot & Larry

  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

  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!

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

  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!!

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

  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.

  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.

  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!

  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.

  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 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!

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

  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!

  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.

  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.

  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.

  Amazing experience! The staff is wonderful and so accommodating. They really go above and beyond to make the experience one of a kind. We will definitely be doing this again... read more on our next visit! 100% worth it!

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

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

  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.

  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.