Our driver Riley was very funny, giving us bits of history and information about Hilo/Mauna Kea mixed with his own experience growing up and living in Hilo; I loved the personal flavor his stories added to the drive (and it was a LONG drive). Sunset was beautiful from up there. There was a shadow over all of Hilo which was enormous. The telescopes were cool to look at, though we could not go inside. After we were done with sunset at the summit, we drove down a bit to star gaze, which was an amazing view. It was so clear up there we could even see the Milky Way. The drivers were very helpful pointing out constellations and stars, setting up a telescope to see Saturn and Jupiter, taking photos of everyone in the group, and setting up snacks and hot beverages. I don’t think I have ever seen so many stars in my life before. Truly a once in a lifetime experience!