Great outdoors

Mauna Kea summit tour at sunset with astro photos

Free cancellation

Language: English

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: from 7 hours to 8 hours

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Do this because

Climb on the highest point of the Pacific
Admire the spot where the first black hole was photographed
Enjoy a show with a Celestron telescope

What to expect

Enjoy the sunset from the peak of Mauna Kea and learn about the stars and planets in the spot where the first black hole photo was taken!

You'll climb on the highest point in the Pacific and your guide will share with you the historical and cultural background of the Big Island. You'll be able to admire two of the eigh telescopes which photographed a black hole for the first time and enjoy a private star show with a Celestron telescope.

What's included

Parkas and gloves
Photos with a professional camera
Professional Celestron telescope
Experienced tour guide
Transportation in a comfortable 4X4 van
Snacks and a hot beverage
Guided tour

What's not included

Mauna Kea giant telescope
Dinner

Where

Meeting point:

Please select one of these meeting points at the checkout. - Bank Of Hawaii, 74-5457 Makala Blvd Suite 102, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, USA, pick-up time: 3:20pm(March-August) 2:20pm(September- February） - Starbucks, 69-201 Waikoloa Beach Drive #1001 K-1, Waikoloa Village, HI 96738, USA, pick-up time: 4pm(March-August) 3pm(September- February） - Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a DoubleTree by Hilton, 93 Banyan Dr, Hilo, HI 96720, USA, pick-up time: 4pm(March-August) 3pm(September- February）

What to remember

Children under 13 years old are not allowed
The temperature can drop below zero at high elevation on the mountain, please wear pants and comfortable shoes, the guide will provide parkas and gloves for you
You should be able to walk on uneven or rocky terrain, even in muddy conditions
Because of high altitude this tour is not recommended for people with respiratory, circulatory or heart conditions, pregnant women or people with poor health; scuba divers should be aware of altitude dangers
You will be required to sign a wavier before the tour departure
Please note that the weather can change quicky and the access road to the summit may be closed without warning, therefore the access to the summit is not guaranteed in case of bad weather conditions
Your guide will take some photos for you during the tour and then send them to you by email
Please note that some meeting point locations may not be available in certain days
Please bring your own dinner

Provider

hawaii island holidays

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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