Mauna Kea Summit Sunset & Stargazing Tour with Expert Nature Guide
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Go see the telescopes
Polly
Wonderful experience
LJLW
Overview
Big Island
4 - 9 hour(s) incl. transportation
Available Daily
Pick-up available
Not Accessible
What to expect
Dinner: A choice BLT sandwich or veggie burger.
Overview
Schedule
Pick-up from Designated Stops in Kona, Waikoloa & Waimea

Take a break at the Onizuka Visitor Center at an altitude of 9,186 feet (2,800 meters) for dinner (BLT sandwich or Veggie burger). You will use this time to let your body get used to the high altitudes of Mauna Kea, and to change into warm winter clothes.

Experience a unique view not found anywhere else in the world as you head to the height of 13,803 feet (4,205 meters), and watch as the sky ignites into an array of colors as the sun makes it way down below the horizon. You will see one of the best sunset views while at the top of the world!

As you look up into the heavens along the slopes of Mauna Kea, your guide will show you the various constellations and star clusters through a professional grade high powered telescope. There is no better place in the world to stargaze, and you will quickly see why as the skies bloom with stars.
Drop-off at Designated Pick-up Locations
Location
Pick-up/Check-in Time & Location
Drop-off/Check-out Time & Location
Notes
Restrictions
- Guests with heart and cardiovascular issues are not permitted to participate in this activity.
- Guests who are pregnant are not permitted to participate in this activity.
- This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
- If less than 4 participants are booked, the activity may not operate.
- People 16 years old and above can participate in this activity.
- No scuba diving within 24 hours before your tour date to avoid decompression sickness.
- Please refrain from drinking alcohol within eight hours of your tour departure.
- Participants 85 years old and above must provide a doctor's note stating that you can go on this tour.
Other requirements
- Participants are required to sign a liability waiver at the time of check-in.
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
- You can book a maximum of 12.
Required items to bring & attire
- Wear comfortable close-toed walking shoes, long pants, and a heavy sweater or jacket. Temperatures can easily dip below freezing due to wind chill.
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.
- Depending on the weather, you may not be able to reach the summit of Mauna Kea. If the gate is closed due to bad weather during the tour, you will watch the sunset at the foot of Mauna Kea (around 6,562ft) or the beach, and observe the starry sky at the foot of Mauna Kea.
- You will be driven to the scenic locations, and there will only be limited walking required.
- Partial refunds will be provided in the following circumstances:
1. Reach the summit, but cannot view sunset or stars.
2. Cannot reach summit, and cannot view sunset or stars.
All refund amounts and policies are subject to change.
Reviews
Go see the telescopes
Stefan is a cool guide and got us safely up and down Mauna Kea. It was very cold so I appreciated the ski pants as I came with my own gear and it wasn't enough. The night we ascended was very cloudy so unfortunately no s...
moreWonderful experience
This was a fantastic tour to the Summit. Stephan, tour guide, was very knowledgeable and accommodating. He even took pics for us on his own camera to share with us. This is not to be missed when you are on the Big Isl...
moreOutstanding!!
I had an incredible time discovering the beauty of Mauna Kea! Mr.Aoki and Wes were very nice and knowledgable. They made us feel so comfortable with the very warm jackets and their kind hospitality. I enjoyed seeing the ...
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Payment / Cancellation Policy
- Credit card payment
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- Bookings of 1 to 9 people: 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.
Bookings of 10 people or more: Any cancellations made after 18:00 local time, 14 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
- Any changes made after 15:00 local time, 2 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a fee of $20 per person.
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- Guests with heart and cardiovascular issues are not permitted to participate in this activity.
- Guests who are pregnant are not permitted to participate in this activity.
- This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
- If less than 4 participants are booked, the activity may not operate.
- People 16 years old and above can participate in this activity.
- No scuba diving within 24 hours before your tour date to avoid decompression sickness.
- Please refrain from drinking alcohol within eight hours of your tour departure.
- Participants 85 years old and above must provide a doctor's note stating that you can go on this tour.
- Wear comfortable close-toed walking shoes, long pants, and a heavy sweater or jacket. Temperatures can easily dip below freezing due to wind chill.
- Participants are required to sign a liability waiver at the time of check-in.
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- The menu is subject to change without notice.
- Depending on the weather, you may not be able to reach the summit of Mauna Kea. If the gate is closed due to bad weather during the tour, you will watch the sunset at the foot of Mauna Kea (around 6,562ft) or the beach, and observe the starry sky at the foot of Mauna Kea.
- You will be driven to the scenic locations, and there will only be limited walking required.
- Partial refunds will be provided in the following circumstances:
1. Reach the summit, but cannot view sunset or stars.
2. Cannot reach summit, and cannot view sunset or stars.
All refund amounts and policies are subject to change.
- You can book a maximum of 12.