Mauna Kea Evening Stargazing & Daytime Solar Viewing Tour with Dinner
Highlights
Reviews
Fantastic
Michael
Stellar times
Lal
Overview
Big Island
4 - 6.5 hour(s) incl. transportation
Available Sun, Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri
Pick-up available
Not Accessible
Early booking discount
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Packages
Packages
From Hilo - Rainbow Falls, Kaumana Caves, Solar Viewing & Stargazing with Dinner
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Price per Adult :
From Kona & Waikoloa - Solar Viewing & Stargazing with Dinner
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Price per Adult :
Private Tour from Kona & Waikoloa (up to 10 passengers)
Total:
Price per 1 Charter :
Go Private Up to 10 Guests (Hilo Pick-up)
Total:
Price per 1 Charter :
Click [View details] for dinner menu.
Overview
Schedule
Pick-up & Check-in
See the most iconic waterfall in Hilo.
Witness the incredible formations of Boiling Pots. Take pictures of the river that “boils” through depressions in the rocks.
Kaumana Caves is part of the lava tube system that brought lava 1.5 miles from Hilo in 1881. Take a peek inside the cathedral-like space before a quick picnic lunch atop the caves. Your choice of Sandwich (Ham, Turkey, Club, Chicken or Veggie) or Salad (Ham, Turkey, Club, Chicken, Veggie or Tuna)
Experience an incredible Solar viewing (weather permitting). Your expert guide will let you safely watch the Sun come alive in true color with vibrant solar flares, sunspots, prominences, and any other current activity weather permitting.
Incredible landscape of Mauna Kea & Mauna Loa Volcanoes
KapohoKine Adventures will take you to one of their preferred locations on Mauna Kea slopes for nighttime stargazing. Depending on what is visible in the current sky and weather permitting, observe galaxies, nebula, star clusters, planets, and the moon through a large aperture Dobsonian telescope.
Warm up with Mauka Meadows 100% Kona coffee, hot chocolate, and a delicious dessert from our local artisan baker before returning to your resort.
Check-out & Drop-off
Location
Pick-up/Check-in Time & Location
Drop-off/Check-out Time & Location
Location
15:30
22:00
Notes
Restrictions
- This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
- If less than 4 participants are booked, the activity may not operate.
- Children of all ages can participate in this activity.
- Guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Because of high altitude, this tour is not advised for those with respiratory, circulatory or heart conditions, pregnancy or poor health.
- This tour does NOT visit summit of Mauna Kea or Mauna Kea Visitor Center.
Other requirements
- Please call (808)-964-1000 to confirm the pick-up time and location.
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
- You can book a maximum of 13.
Required items to bring & attire
- The weather in this area is unpredictable and the temperature could drop fast. It is highly recommended to bring jacket, long pants and closed toe shoes.
Additional notes
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- The menu is subject to change without notice.
- Gratuity is not included in the price.
- Solar and Nighttime Stargazing is weather permitting. The location may vary. The guide will take you to one of his preferred locations. Depending on what is visible in the current sky and weather permitting, you’ll observe galaxies, nebula, star clusters, planets, double star systems and the moon.
Click [View details] for dinner menu.
Overview
Schedule
Pick-up from Kona, Kohala & Waikoloa
The adventure starts with an afternoon journey to a local Coffee Farm. Learn all about the 100% estate grown Kona Coffee produced on this beautiful farm. You’ll then have a delicious dinner (your choice of Fish & Chips, Fish Tacos, Butter Garlic Shrimp Plate, Kalua Pork Plate or Veggie Burger)
After dinner, experience an incredible Solar viewing (weather permitting). Your expert guide will let you safely watch the Sun come alive in true color with vibrant solar flares, sunspots, prominences, and any other current activity weather permitting.
Your National Park Service trained guide will discuss the volcanology, geology, and history of Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa, two of the tallest and most massive volcanoes on Earth.
KapohoKine Adventures will take you to one of their preferred locations on Mauna Kea slopes for nighttime stargazing. Depending on what is visible in the current sky and weather permitting, observe galaxies, nebula, star clusters, planets, and the moon through a large aperture Dobsonian telescope.
Warm up with Mauka Meadows 100% Kona coffee, hot chocolate, and a delicious dessert from our local artisan baker before returning to your resort.
Drop-off
Location
Pick-up/Check-in Time & Location
Drop-off/Check-out Time & Location
Location
16:00-17:00
16:00-17:00
16:00-17:00
21:00-22:00
21:00-22:00
21:00-22:00
Notes
Restrictions
- This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
- If less than 4 participants are booked, the activity may not operate.
- Children of all ages can participate in this activity.
- Guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Because of high altitude, this tour is not advised for those with respiratory, circulatory or heart conditions, pregnancy or poor health.
- This tour does NOT visit summit of Mauna Kea or Mauna Kea Visitor Center.
Other requirements
- Please call (808)-964-1000 to confirm the pick-up time and location.
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
- You can book a maximum of 13.
Required items to bring & attire
- The weather in this area is unpredictable and the temperature could drop fast. It is highly recommended to bring jacket, long pants and closed toe shoes.
Additional notes
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- The menu is subject to change without notice.
- Gratuity is not included in the price.
- Solar and Nighttime Stargazing is weather permitting. The location may vary. The guide will take you to one of his preferred locations. Depending on what is visible in the current sky and weather permitting, you’ll observe galaxies, nebula, star clusters, planets, double star systems and the moon.
• Cost Per Person: $175.08 per person for a group of 10 guests.
Great private charter option exclusively for group of friends and family. Please click view details below for more information.
Overview
Schedule
Pick-up from Kona, Kohala & Waikoloa
The adventure starts with an afternoon journey to a local Coffee Farm. Learn all about the 100% estate grown Kona Coffee produced on this beautiful farm. You’ll then have a delicious dinner (your choice of Fish & Chips, Fish Tacos, Butter Garlic Shrimp Plate, Kalua Pork Plate or Veggie Burger)
After dinner, experience an incredible Solar viewing (weather permitting). Your expert guide will let you safely watch the Sun come alive in true color with vibrant solar flares, sunspots, prominences, and any other current activity weather permitting.
Your National Park Service trained guide will discuss the volcanology, geology, and history of Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa, two of the tallest and most massive volcanoes on Earth.
KapohoKine Adventures will take you to one of their preferred locations on Mauna Kea slopes for nighttime stargazing. Depending on what is visible in the current sky and weather permitting, observe galaxies, nebula, star clusters, planets, and the moon through a large aperture Dobsonian telescope.
Warm up with Mauka Meadows 100% Kona coffee, hot chocolate, and a delicious dessert from our local artisan baker before returning to your resort.
Drop-off
Location
Pick-up/Check-in Time & Location
Drop-off/Check-out Time & Location
Location
16:00-17:00
16:00-17:00
16:00-17:00
21:00-22:00
21:00-22:00
21:00-22:00
Notes
Restrictions
- This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
- If less than 4 participants are booked, the activity may not operate.
- Children of all ages can participate in this activity.
- Guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Because of high altitude, this tour is not advised for those with respiratory, circulatory or heart conditions, pregnancy or poor health.
- This tour does NOT visit summit of Mauna Kea or Mauna Kea Visitor Center.
Other requirements
- Please call (808)-964-1000 to confirm the pick-up time and location.
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
- You can book a minimum of 1 and maximum of 1.
Required items to bring & attire
- The weather in this area is unpredictable and the temperature could drop fast. It is highly recommended to bring jacket, long pants and closed toe shoes.
Additional notes
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- The menu is subject to change without notice.
- Gratuity is not included in the price.
- Solar and Nighttime Stargazing is weather permitting. The location may vary. The guide will take you to one of his preferred locations. Depending on what is visible in the current sky and weather permitting, you’ll observe galaxies, nebula, star clusters, planets, double star systems and the moon.
• Great private charter option exclusively for group of friends and family.
Please click [View Details] for more information.
Overview
Schedule
Pick-up & Check-in
See the most iconic waterfall in Hilo.
Witness the incredible formations of Boiling Pots. Take pictures of the river that “boils” through depressions in the rocks.
Kaumana Caves is part of the lava tube system that brought lava 1.5 miles from Hilo in 1881. Take a peek inside the cathedral-like space before a quick picnic lunch atop the caves. Your choice of Sandwich (Ham, Turkey, Club, Chicken or Veggie) or Salad (Ham, Turkey, Club, Chicken, Veggie or Tuna)
Experience an incredible Solar viewing (weather permitting). Your expert guide will let you safely watch the Sun come alive in true color with vibrant solar flares, sunspots, prominences, and any other current activity weather permitting.
Incredible landscape of Mauna Kea & Mauna Loa Volcanoes
KapohoKine Adventures will take you to one of their preferred locations on Mauna Kea slopes for nighttime stargazing. Depending on what is visible in the current sky and weather permitting, observe galaxies, nebula, star clusters, planets, and the moon through a large aperture Dobsonian telescope.
Warm up with Mauka Meadows 100% Kona coffee, hot chocolate, and a delicious dessert from our local artisan baker before returning to your resort.
Check-out & Drop-off
Location
Pick-up/Check-in Time & Location
Drop-off/Check-out Time & Location
Location
15:30
22:00
Notes
Restrictions
- This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
- If less than 4 participants are booked, the activity may not operate.
- Children of all ages can participate in this activity.
- Guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Because of high altitude, this tour is not advised for those with respiratory, circulatory or heart conditions, pregnancy or poor health.
- This tour does NOT visit summit of Mauna Kea or Mauna Kea Visitor Center.
Other requirements
- Please call (808)-964-1000 to confirm the pick-up time and location.
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
- You can book a minimum of 1 and maximum of 1.
Required items to bring & attire
- The weather in this area is unpredictable and the temperature could drop fast. It is highly recommended to bring jacket, long pants and closed toe shoes.
Additional notes
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- The menu is subject to change without notice.
- Gratuity is not included in the price.
- Solar and Nighttime Stargazing is weather permitting. The location may vary. The guide will take you to one of his preferred locations. Depending on what is visible in the current sky and weather permitting, you’ll observe galaxies, nebula, star clusters, planets, double star systems and the moon.
Reviews
Fantastic
Marcus was a very knowledgeable astronomer and answered any question our group asked.
Stellar times
This trip was so much more than I expected! We started with a quick tour of rainbow falls and boiling pots. our guide Marcus was exceptionally knowledgeable about the plant life and history of both places. We then explor...
moreNot so "Secret" Stargazing Locations
In looking for this tour, we wanted to find a stargazing trip that didn't include a trip to the summit as we were a bit concerned about altitude sickness. This trip seemed to fit the bill and lured us in with promises of...
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- Any changes made after 15:00 local time, 2 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount. This includes, but not limited to, change of the activity date/ time, package, the number of participants, etc.
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- Any cancellations made after 15:00 local time, 2 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
Change Policy
- Any changes made after 15:00 local time, 2 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount. This includes, but not limited to, change of the activity date/ time, package, the number of participants, etc.
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- This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
- If less than 4 participants are booked, the activity may not operate.
- Children of all ages can participate in this activity.
- Guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Because of high altitude, this tour is not advised for those with respiratory, circulatory or heart conditions, pregnancy or poor health.
- This tour does NOT visit summit of Mauna Kea or Mauna Kea Visitor Center.
- The weather in this area is unpredictable and the temperature could drop fast. It is highly recommended to bring jacket, long pants and closed toe shoes.
- Please call (808)-964-1000 to confirm the pick-up time and location.
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- The menu is subject to change without notice.
- Gratuity is not included in the price.
- Solar and Nighttime Stargazing is weather permitting. The location may vary. The guide will take you to one of his preferred locations. Depending on what is visible in the current sky and weather permitting, you’ll observe galaxies, nebula, star clusters, planets, double star systems and the moon.
- You can book a maximum of 13.
- This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
- If less than 4 participants are booked, the activity may not operate.
- Children of all ages can participate in this activity.
- Guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Because of high altitude, this tour is not advised for those with respiratory, circulatory or heart conditions, pregnancy or poor health.
- This tour does NOT visit summit of Mauna Kea or Mauna Kea Visitor Center.
- The weather in this area is unpredictable and the temperature could drop fast. It is highly recommended to bring jacket, long pants and closed toe shoes.
- Please call (808)-964-1000 to confirm the pick-up time and location.
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- The menu is subject to change without notice.
- Gratuity is not included in the price.
- Solar and Nighttime Stargazing is weather permitting. The location may vary. The guide will take you to one of his preferred locations. Depending on what is visible in the current sky and weather permitting, you’ll observe galaxies, nebula, star clusters, planets, double star systems and the moon.
- You can book a maximum of 13.
- This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
- If less than 4 participants are booked, the activity may not operate.
- Children of all ages can participate in this activity.
- Guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Because of high altitude, this tour is not advised for those with respiratory, circulatory or heart conditions, pregnancy or poor health.
- This tour does NOT visit summit of Mauna Kea or Mauna Kea Visitor Center.
- The weather in this area is unpredictable and the temperature could drop fast. It is highly recommended to bring jacket, long pants and closed toe shoes.
- Please call (808)-964-1000 to confirm the pick-up time and location.
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- The menu is subject to change without notice.
- Gratuity is not included in the price.
- Solar and Nighttime Stargazing is weather permitting. The location may vary. The guide will take you to one of his preferred locations. Depending on what is visible in the current sky and weather permitting, you’ll observe galaxies, nebula, star clusters, planets, double star systems and the moon.
- You can book a minimum of 1 and maximum of 1.
- This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
- If less than 4 participants are booked, the activity may not operate.
- Children of all ages can participate in this activity.
- Guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Because of high altitude, this tour is not advised for those with respiratory, circulatory or heart conditions, pregnancy or poor health.
- This tour does NOT visit summit of Mauna Kea or Mauna Kea Visitor Center.
- The weather in this area is unpredictable and the temperature could drop fast. It is highly recommended to bring jacket, long pants and closed toe shoes.
- Please call (808)-964-1000 to confirm the pick-up time and location.
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- The menu is subject to change without notice.
- Gratuity is not included in the price.
- Solar and Nighttime Stargazing is weather permitting. The location may vary. The guide will take you to one of his preferred locations. Depending on what is visible in the current sky and weather permitting, you’ll observe galaxies, nebula, star clusters, planets, double star systems and the moon.
- You can book a minimum of 1 and maximum of 1.
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