Hawaii Trip, Day #5: Foster Botanical Gardens + Chief's Luau

I didn't have much planned for this day accept going to a Luau. Of course, the day ended up feeling a lot more busier than expected!

We didn't have anything planned for the morning. Figured we'd try going to another botanical garden, so that Little Guy can run around. There's not a lot of places for him to run around and he was getting a bit antsy being confined all the time. We went to a closer garden called Foster Botanical Garden. 

It was a lot smaller than the other one and closer to our hotel. 

Since it was small, I let Little Guy run around and go which ever direction he wanted to go. He enjoyed that part. It was really pretty and very educational.

Chief's Luau at Sea Life 

I REALLY wanted to go to a Luau this trip. I researched and researched different options. I finally decided to go to the Chief's Luau at Sea Life. 

It was ranked #1 on Trip Advisor and some people I spoke to said it was really good, smaller and more intimate. I decided to pay for a shuttle ride there as well. The shuttle ride was very scenic and I loved the drive! They give you a history while you're driving there and point out some places to see and things to do. 

I was thinking about going to Sea Life during the day, but the actual park doesn't have great reviews - so I opted against it and doing the botanical garden instead. 

When we arrived, we received some shell leis. They also had a bunch of activities to do, spear throwing, making headbands, taking pictures with the dancers. It was really nice and small! 

Little Guy was running around chasing the rooster and trying to get away from me. He really loves his freedom! Such a boy, he can wonder off far and away and not even notice how far he's gotten. 

Here's a view of the Luau. Such a great location and wonderful view. 

What was nice, the moon was shining bright during the performance. 

Also, the fire dancers were the best part! Loved it!

I was very happy with the Chief's Luau. Very well organized. Getting on the shuttle, arriving, eating, and then leaving - was all well organized and done well. The food wasn't the "best" - it was just OK. But the overall experience was excellent. Plenty of room for Little Guy to run around and not get hurt. Entertainment for the adults and something the kids would like. Little Guy liked the fire portion as well. 

Best part of the day: The Chief's Luau. 

Worst part of the day: Nothing today! Maybe just tired, we did a lot.