Led by both an astronomer and an astro-photographer, we’re the only stargazing tour that combines expert guidance with astrophotography, offers two-hour experiences, avoids crowds, and has a stargazing guarantee.
Part 1 – All ages welcome. We meet at our dark-sky location on the safe, comfortable slopes of Mauna Kea or Mauna Loa. Relax in a reclining folding chair, sip hot chocolate, enjoy the cool mountain air, and watch the stars appear.
Part 2 – Using our Celestron Origin smart telescope, our astronomer brings the universe to you. No eyepiece required. Controlled by a smartphone, it produces stunning live images on-screen. See galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters in real time while your...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Parka Jackets
Professional photographer guide
All activities
Complimentary Medium Resolution Photos
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Optional Photo Upgrades Available
Meeting Points
Departure
Pu'u Huluhulu Cinder cone parking lot
Text us 6 hours prior to your tour for an updated meeting location, we meet at other locations on Mauna Kea or Mauna Loa.
If you have an international phone number, please send us a local contact number once you have it.
Send us your email address if you want the photos after the tour.
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Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Children must be accompanied by an adult
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Dress code: Wear pants and closed-toed shoes
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Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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Weather can reach 30F. We have parka jackets that have pockets and a hood, although that may not be enough for some
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Not recommended for travelers with any mobility/ambulatory restrictions, back, heart and hearing problems or other serious medical conditions
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.
Become our Lokal Curator
Are you ready to turn your hobbies into a business?
Led by an astronomer and astro-photographer, our tours avoid the crowded Onizuka Visitor Center and take place at quiet, remote locations on Mauna Kea or Mauna Loa. Time slots are handpicked to avoid bright moonlight and maximize your view of the night sky.
Each 90 minute experience includes:
• A guided star talk by our astronomer using a Celestron Origin smart telescope
• Close-up telescope views of deep sky objects like nebulas, star clusters, and galaxies
• Complimentary portraits taken by our astro-photographer with the Milky Way as your backdrop
• Medium-resolution photos included at no extra cost
• A stargazing guarantee — if the stars don’t show, the tour is free
Led by both an astronomer and an astro-photographer, we’re the only stargazing tour that combines expert guidance with astrophotography, offers two-hour experiences, avoids crowds, and has a stargazing guarantee.
Part 1 – All ages welcome. We meet at our dark-sky location on the safe, comfortable slopes of Mauna Kea or Mauna Loa. Relax in a reclining folding chair, sip hot chocolate, enjoy the cool mountain air, and watch the stars appear.
Part 2 – Using our Celestron Origin smart telescope, our astronomer brings the universe to you. No eyepiece required. Controlled by a smartphone, it produces stunning live images on-screen. See galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters in real time while your...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Parka Jackets
Professional photographer guide
All activities
Complimentary Medium Resolution Photos
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Optional Photo Upgrades Available
Meeting Points
Departure
Pu'u Huluhulu Cinder cone parking lot
Text us 6 hours prior to your tour for an updated meeting location, we meet at other locations on Mauna Kea or Mauna Loa.
If you have an international phone number, please send us a local contact number once you have it.
Send us your email address if you want the photos after the tour.
