Sea Life Park features Engaging & Entertaining Aquatic Experiences

A day at Sea Life Park in Oahu is filled with interactive and engaging things to do all centered on marine life. From aquatic encounters to entertaining shows, Sea Life Park provides an excellent way to explore the wonders of the ocean.

I began my day at Sea Life Park with the Kolohe Kai Sea Lion Show at 11:15am. I’m a big fan of sea lions so watching them dance and prance around stage and through the pool brought a big smile to my face.  Plus, you can watch the trainers feed the sea lions if you arrive around 11:00am.  After the show, I made my way to an area of the park devoted to another of my favorite creatures – sea turtles.These magnificent animals are quite remarkable, and at Sea Life Park they have developed an ongoing program dedicated to helping visitors understand the amazing animals. Two of the best shows at Sea Life Park Oahu are the Dolphin Cove Show and the series of shows held at the Hawaii Ocean Theatre.  The Dolphin Cove Show highlights the beauty and talents of the park’s resident dolphins, all of which showcase their amazing moves as they flip, spin, jump and fly through the air. Dolphins love to hear you cheer, so be sure to applaud for an even greater show!  At the Hawaii Ocean Theater, trainers combine the talents of penguins, sea lions and dolphins for a unique show spotlighting not only what these sea creatures can do but also the conservation efforts in place to ensure these animals remain protected.

One of the reasons Sea Life Park Hawaii is so extraordinary is the amazing animal encounters they offer.  Guests can choose from interactive experiences that include stingrays,sharks, sea lions or dolphins.  I decided to do the Dolphin Royal Swim, which featured two dolphins and included a dolphin kiss, dolphin swim, dolphin handshake and the special dolphin foot push. The experience truly was incredible, and although pricey, it was well worth the money spent.  Interacting with the dolphins really showed me how intelligent these creatures are and the up-close encounter was educational and exciting.  The most exhilarating aspect of the Dolphin Royal Swim was the dolphin foot push, during which two dolphins push their noses up against the soles of your feet, propelling you gracefully into the air.It was such a rush!  Best of all, the crew at Sea Life Park Oahu has photographers and videographers catching all of the action.These can be purchased after your experience and are a great keepsake.

Be sure to stay at the park for the evening show – Chief’s Luau at Sea Life Park.  It is one of the funniest and most entertaining luaus on the island.

Chief's Luau at Sea Life Park Interactive, Engaging Fun for All Ages

One of the best luaus in Oahu is Chief’s Luau at Sea Life Park. Engaging, entertaining and interactive, Chief’s Luau is fun for the whole family. Combining traditional Polynesian dances and traditions with hilarious comedy, this Oahu luau is different from any other you’ll experience in Hawaii.

Held at Sea Life Park’s private Makapu’u Meadows, the luau features a breathtaking panoramic backdrop of mountains and sea. Starting at 4:30pm, the fun begins with interactive activities like hula lessons, coconut husking, fire making, weaving, tattooing, and more. The atmosphere was during my visit was very festive, with different performers in the luau mingling with guests and helping them with their various crafts and activities. A cash bar is available during the luau as well, with drinks being served throughout the activity portion of the luau through the show. Before the feast is served though, be sure to watch the Imu Ceremony. It is the traditional unveiling ceremony of the roasted pig from its pit oven and is an essential element of any Hawaiian luau.

Once the Imu ceremony is complete, the luau fest soon begins. Be sure to come hungry to Chief’s Luau Oahu as the food is bountiful. Consisting of traditional items like poi, taro rolls and lomi lomi salmon are served along with Kalua (roasted) pork, crispy vegetable stir fry, Teriyaki chicken, grilled island fish with papaya marmalade and other delicious items. Everything was very tasty and the pineapple cake dessert was the perfect finish to the meal.

Shortly after the meal portion of the evening ends, the luau spectacular takes the stage. One of the reasons Sea Life Park’s Chief’s Luau is so entertaining is due to its star – Chief Sielu. Chief Sielu is internationally known as “The Coconut Man” for his 20 years at the Polynesian Cultural Center’s Samoan Village and star World Champion Fire Knife Dancer at their evening show. He is also known as the “Polynesian Comedian,” and for good reason. He had the entire audience in stiches with his humor. In between the terrific Polynesian dancing and drumming, his antics added a fresh touch that made this luau stand out from the rest. The other element of this show which made it stand out was its dynamic fire knife dance. Chief’s Luau features the most fire dancers of any luau, creating an amazing sight as they take over not only the stage but the luau grounds in an outstanding finale.

I had a wonderful experience at Chief’s Luau at Sea Life Park and recommend it to any Oahu vacationer.