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Big Island Mauna Kea Summit Sunset and Stargazing
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Waikoloa Village
Important Information
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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The tour may be canceled before departure due to weather or road closures. If that happens, you’ll be offered a new date or a full refund.
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If the weather turns unfavorable during the tour, we’ll still do our best to provide a great experience. If we cannot reach the summit due to road closures or other unforeseen issues, you’ll receive a full refund or credit.
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Alcohol beverages are not allowed.
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Drunk or intoxicated guests are not allowed.
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A minimum of 3 guests is required to hold a tour. If we have fewer than 3 bookings 24 hours before departure, the tour will be canceled unless existing guests choose to pay the difference.
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Pets, including service animals, are not allowed to ensure the comfort and safety of guests with allergies or animal phobias.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Experience the magic of Mauna Kea at nearly 14,000 feet above the Pacific Ocean.
Watch a breathtaking sunset from the summit, then enjoy expert-led stargazing with a professional telescope in one of the world’s best night-sky locations.
This small-group tour has been operated continuously since 1989 by a trusted, fully permitted local company. Travel in luxury 4WD vans with professionally trained guides who prioritize safety, comfort, and personalized service.
Learn about the cultural significance of Mauna Kea and the wonders of the universe—where ancient Hawaiians believed the Earth meets the heavens.
Heavy-duty parkas, local snacks, and hot chocolate are included. Convenient pickup...
Highlights
From 7 hours to 9 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 7 hours to 9 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
A required $20/person passenger fee for the Center for Maunakea Stewardship (University of Hawaiʻi) to support the care and preservation of the mountain's natural and cultural resources.
Private stargazing with a professional telescope
Heavy-duty hooded parka (If you need an XL parka, please request the quantity at booking.)
All local snacks. Hot chocolate is served during the stargazing.
Please bring your own warm layers—sweater/hoodie, warm socks, beanie, and gloves.
Must wear toe closed shoes and long pants.
Bring your own water. Drinking water will reduce the risk of altitude sickness.
Tips for your guide are greatly appreciated.
Meeting Points
Departure
Queens' Marketplace
Meet us at the shuttle bus stop by the curb in the back side of the Queen's Marketplace in Waikoloa Beach Resort. Look for the large yellow sunshade umbrellas as a landmark.
⭐⭐⭐IMPORTANT: Please contact us for your pickup time
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Itinerary
1
Maunakea Visitor Information Station
We take time at the Visitor Center to safely acclimate to the high altitude while exploring the gift shop and educational displays that highlight Maunakea’s world-class observatories, unique environment, and deep cultural significance.
45 minutes
2
Mauna Kea Summit
Explore the summit, home to world-renowned observatories, and watch a stunning sunset sink into the clouds and horizon.
1 hour
3
Mauna Kea
Descend to a lower-elevation stargazing site (between 13,000 and 9,000 feet) after sunset, and experience the night sky from one of the best viewing locations on Earth. Your expert guide will bring the stars to life with fascinating insights into the universe, while a professional telescope reveals breathtaking celestial objects up close.
Experience the magic of Mauna Kea at nearly 14,000 feet above the Pacific Ocean.
Watch a breathtaking sunset from the summit, then enjoy expert-led stargazing with a professional telescope in one of the world’s best night-sky locations.
This small-group tour has been operated continuously since 1989 by a trusted, fully permitted local company. Travel in luxury 4WD vans with professionally trained guides who prioritize safety, comfort, and personalized service.
Learn about the cultural significance of Mauna Kea and the wonders of the universe—where ancient Hawaiians believed the Earth meets the heavens.
Heavy-duty parkas, local snacks, and hot chocolate are included. Convenient pickup...
Highlights
From 7 hours to 9 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 7 hours to 9 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
A required $20/person passenger fee for the Center for Maunakea Stewardship (University of Hawaiʻi) to support the care and preservation of the mountain's natural and cultural resources.
Private stargazing with a professional telescope
Heavy-duty hooded parka (If you need an XL parka, please request the quantity at booking.)
All local snacks. Hot chocolate is served during the stargazing.
Please bring your own warm layers—sweater/hoodie, warm socks, beanie, and gloves.
Must wear toe closed shoes and long pants.
Bring your own water. Drinking water will reduce the risk of altitude sickness.
Tips for your guide are greatly appreciated.
Meeting Points
Departure
Queens' Marketplace
Meet us at the shuttle bus stop by the curb in the back side of the Queen's Marketplace in Waikoloa Beach Resort. Look for the large yellow sunshade umbrellas as a landmark.
⭐⭐⭐IMPORTANT: Please contact us for your pickup time
