Luau Kalamaku – The main Pride Of America Luau
This Luau is the main event for the week for most unless you have done one before. This takes place on Thursday in Kauai and buses start loading around 3:50pm staggering different groups out. This is a large group event of normally 700 plus guests going. Drinks and food is all included with transportation. You will ride about 10-15 minutes away from the ship in coach buses. There is no dress code but a a lot people like to dress up in Hawaiian outfits. The show will go on even if it rains since the main show covered by an open air building along with the food.
Below are some Frequently asked Luau questions on the Pride of America along with 3rd party Luau options if you want a smaller more private feeling event.
Luau Kalamaku the main Luau for the Pride of America on Thursday in Kauai. The pig roast is pulled up outside in the small hut near where you come in to get your photos done. They will announce it beforehand if you would like to see it.
The Luau stage is raised up and in the middle of the indoor but open air area on the plantation. All seats are good seats. Premium is right close to the stage. If you would like a better seat when you get there make sure to ask any of the staff that is doing the seating.
The highlight for most people is the fire part of the show which is amazing! You will hear the crowd roar from the excitement. Premium seating puts you close to the stage that you will probably feel the heat of the flames!
Want a smaller Luau?
There are other smaller group Luau’s that are amazing and have even better food than the ships Luau. We showcase a few of them below. Make sure to book them early because they can sellout. They will pick you up right at the port in Kauai or Maui otherwise do it pre-cruise and you will able to just take a Taxi in Oahu.