Our Mauna Kea Summit Tour is designed to showcase the beauty and wonder of one of the most impressive mountains in the world. Mauna Kea (meaning “white mountain”) is historically and culturally very significant to the Hawaiian people, and because of its contributions to geology and astronomy, to the world as well.
Our local guides will enlighten you with the sacredness and cultural aspect of Mauna Kea.
A spiritual high for many locals and visitors.
#1 rated tour for adventure and photography.
This tour requires a minimum of 2 guests in order to run.
Our tour only meets guests in HILO or at the Onizuka Visitor Center on Mauna Kea. We may be able to arrange pickups in Kona for groups o...
Highlights
7 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
7 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
All Fees and Taxes
Jacket
Dinner
Telescopes
Meeting Points
Departure
Onizuka Center for International Astronomy Astronomer's Mid-Level Facility
Onizuka Visitor's Center at 9,000 feet. Meet our tour guide here.
Return
Important Information
•
Service animals allowed
•
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
•
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
•
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
•
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
•
Age minimum 13 years old
•
DO NOT attend within 24 hours of scuba or manta ray diving
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
•
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
•
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
•
Most travelers can participate
•
Not wheelchair accessible
•
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
•
Infants must sit on laps
Become our Lokal Curator
Are you ready to turn your hobbies into a business?
Our Mauna Kea Summit Tour is designed to showcase the beauty and wonder of one of the most impressive mountains in the world. Mauna Kea (meaning “white mountain”) is historically and culturally very significant to the Hawaiian people, and because of its contributions to geology and astronomy, to the world as well.
Our local guides will enlighten you with the sacredness and cultural aspect of Mauna Kea.
A spiritual high for many locals and visitors.
#1 rated tour for adventure and photography.
This tour requires a minimum of 2 guests in order to run.
Our tour only meets guests in HILO or at the Onizuka Visitor Center on Mauna Kea. We may be able to arrange pickups in Kona for groups o...
Highlights
7 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
7 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
All Fees and Taxes
Jacket
Dinner
Telescopes
Meeting Points
Departure
Onizuka Center for International Astronomy Astronomer's Mid-Level Facility
Onizuka Visitor's Center at 9,000 feet. Meet our tour guide here.
Return
Itinerary
1
Onizuka Astronomy Complex
Visit exhibits in this cozy station and acclimate at the elevation of 9,000 feet/2743 meters before ascending to the summit of Mauna Kea.
30 minutes
2
Mauna Kea
Ascend to the summit of Mauna Kea at 13,796 feet/4205 meters by vehicle to arrive above the clouds and watch the sunset (weather permitting). See international telescopes along the way on this sacred mountain.
30 minutes
3
Onizuka Astronomy Complex
Stargaze with our local tour guide with a laser pointer. No telescopes are provided.
