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

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

  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!

  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
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  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

  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

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

  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.

  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!

  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.

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

  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!

  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.

  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!!!

  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!

  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

  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.

  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

  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!

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

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

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

  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!

  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

  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.

  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!!!

  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 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.

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

  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.

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

  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

  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 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!

  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!

  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!

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

  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

  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.

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

  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!

  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!

  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.

  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.

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

  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.

  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 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.

  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!!

  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

  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.

  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.

  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!

  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 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 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!

  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.