Mauna Kea Summit and Stars Small-Group Adventure Tour in Big Island of Hawaii booking from $313.09

Mauna Kea Summit and Stars Small-Group Adventure Tour

Overview

Head to the Mauna Kea Observatory, nestled high in the mountains of the Big Island, and experience an intriguing and provocative journey through space and time. Discover Hawaii from the top of the island's tallest peak, Mauna Kea, also known as 'White Mountain,' located 13,796 feet (4,200 meters) above sea level. This small-group star-watching tour ensures a personalized and unique experience at the enchanting Mauna Kea summit.

City: Big Island of Hawaii

Fri 19 Dec

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What's Included

Private star show with telescope

Hooded parkas and gloves

Central Meeting Locations for Pick-up & Drop off

Hot cocoa and cookies

Local taxes

Guide

Hot picnic dinner

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 13 years
Due to the high altitude; this tour is not suitable for those with respiratory, heart or circulatory conditions, poor health, or pregnancy
Scuba divers should be aware of altitude dangers
**IMPORTANT - Please note, guests meeting at the Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel must meet at least 15 MINUTES PRIOR to the tour's departure time.**
Guests are required to wear closed-toe walking shoes or hiking boots, long pants. We recommend bringing a light sweatshirt or jacket
Guests must bring their own water bottles. Tour operator will provide filtered water refills.
Please advise your parka size (small, medium, large, x-large or xx-large) and choice of meal at time of booking. If you do not indicate this at the time of booking, you will be required to call and advise them of this information directly.
There is minimal walking on this tour, the maximum being about 150 yards
The access road to Mauna Kea is four-wheel drive only, so it can be bumpy. The custom off-road transit vans will get you to the top and back in safety and comfort. The transit vans can carry a maximum of 12 passengers
Snow is seasonal at Mauna Kea, with the heaviest snowfall occurring during the winter months

What To Expect

Maunakea Visitor Information Station

Enjoy a warm picnic dinner while you acclimate to a higher elevation and learn about Hawaiian star navigation before you head to the summit.

Mauna Kea Summit

Enjoy a sunset from above the clouds while overlooking the Pacific Ocean atop Maunakea. After the sunset, travel to a more comfortable elevation and let our guides reveal the night sky with our 11" Celestron telescopes.

Maunakea Visitor Information Station

Descend to a lower elevation after the sun sets and sip hot chocolate during a private star show with our 11” Celestron telescope. View deep space objects with our Stellina digital telescope and share captured images of the Hawaiian night sky with your friends & family

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (1000)

Marcia_S

Mar 2025

It was awesome! Jason was an amazing guide. He and John were truly caring that everyone had a great time and wasn’t ill with the altitude change and temperature drop. They had coats,mittens and blankets for the top and stoped several times for rest breaks to let our bodies get used to the altitude change. Everthing was great: the food, the views, sunset and the stars.

Jerry_N

Mar 2025

One of the best experiences we've had on the islands. Jeff was an outstanding tour leader. He was friendly, enthusiastic, and attentive to the needs of our group. Jeff has extensive knowledge about the stars. He took us to areas that gave us the best view of the sunset and then star gazing. He answered any questions asked by members of our group. We will definitely go on this tour again and will request Jeff as our tour leader.

Z2296ZJkimo

Mar 2025

The tour was excellent, not only due to the scenery but, more importantly, due to our guide John. He is extremely knowledgeable about many things (geography, geology, history of the island, etc.), and was very accommodating and entertaining. I highly recommend this tour - it was fantastic!

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Mauna Kea Summit and Stars Small-Group Adventure Tour

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