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Mauna Kea Summit SUNSET & Stargazing Adventure

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This spectacular Mauna Kea sunset and stargazing tour will bring you the most beautiful sunset you've ever seen in your entire life, at least, one of the most. The stars and sunset from above the clouds, at 13,803 ft! You can reach to the summit by a car! After a gorgeous sunset, we'll move down to the night sky lights up with thousands of glittering stars. ※ Estimated pickup time will be between 1:30~2:30pm @Kona area. ※ We don't discount even if we meet up at Hilo district. ※ It'll depend on traffic and weather conditions, but we'll drop you off around 9-10pm at Queen Market Place. ※We recommend to wear the long sleeve, pants, and sneaker Our tour include the items down blow. ・Guide (English Speaking) ・Snow jackets, pants and gloves ・Bottled water ・Hot Drinks ・Light meal (Normally BLT sandwich. Let us know ahead of time if you want to change to Veggie sandwich) ・Oxygen cylinder ・Astronomical telescope ・Admission fee for Mauna Kea summit

  • Adult (ages 16-75)

    USD 260.00

  • Days of Week

    Sun,Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,Sat

  • Duration

    8 hours

Outline

  • 13:45 - 13:55

    Target

    Please meet in front of the Mcdonald’s that is in the Target parking area 🤙/74-5455 Makala Blvd, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 ※Pick-up time varies depending on the season and the place you stay

    14:30 - 13:50

    Queens’ Market Place

    We will meet you at the shuttle bus stop in backside of the shopping mall near the yellow umbrella shade. 69-201 Waikōloa Beach Dr, Waikoloa Village, HI 96738 ※Pick-up time varies depending on the season and the place you stay

    15:40 - 16:15

    Onizuka visitor center

    We took a break at the Onizuka Visitor Center at an altitude of 2,800m for a dinner and an altitude acclimatization. We also change clothes for winter clothes here.

    17:15 - 18:30

    Mauna Kea summit at an altitude of 4,205 m

    We will stay at the summit for about 60min until sunset. Watch the sunset at the top of Mauna Kea near the universe. Enjoy a fantastic moment!

    19:15 - 20:00

    Starry sky observation with an astronomical telescope and a laser pen at an altitude of 3,600-3,700 m (2,800 m depending on the weather)

    A guide explains the constellations and stars using a reflective telescope and laser pen. Hot drink will be provided at this time. At the end of stargazing we will take your photo with the stars!

    21:00 - 21:35

    Drop Off

    Dropping off the guest in reverse order of pick up

Add-ons / Transportation

Transportation

  • Target or Queens Market place Pick Up

    [Description]
    No pick up available from Waimea and Hilo area.
    [Price]
    Free

Plan Information

  • What's Included
    • Guide (English Speaking)
    • Snow jackets, pants and gloves 　
    • Bottled water
    • Hot Drinks
    • BLT sandwich Let us know ahead of time if you want to change to Veggie sandwich
    • Oxygen cylinder (Emergency use only)　
    • Astronomical telescope　
    • Admission fee for Maunakea summit
  • Restrictions
    • Not recommended for expectant mothers or guests with heart or respiratory problems.
    • No scuba diving within 24 hours before your tour date to avoid decompression sickness.
    • Participants must be older than 16 years old or younger than 70 years old.
    • Please refrain from drinking within 8 hours before the tour departs.
    • You can join the tour on the day of arrival on the island of Hawaii, but we do not do pick up or drop off at the airport.
    • Please refrain from bringing in large luggage such as suitcases.
    • Cancellation within 48 hours before the tour pick-up time, due to problems such as flight delays and missing backs, we will not be able to meet the tour pick-up time and will be charged 100% even if you do not participate in the tour.
    • We do not provide transportation to Hilo or Waimea area.
    • People with deafness and wheelchair users can join the tour. We will prepare guide content documents and wheelchairs during the tour, so please be sure to tell us when you apply. 　※Electric wheelchairs are not allowed. Only simple manual wheelchairs are allowed to bring.
  • What to Bring
    • Wear comfortable walking shoes. Long pants, a heavy sweater or jacket is highly recommended as the weather is extremely cold at night at the summit and temperatures can drop below freezing at any time of year with the wind chill factor.
    • We will guide you to the top of the mountain by car, so you do not have to climb on foot.
  • Additional Info
    • 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 2000m) or the beach, and observe the starry sky at the foot of Mauna Kea (around 2000m).
    • We will guide you to the summit of Mauna Kea, so there is no walking.
    • You need to sign the disclaimer when you participate.
    • The tour will be operated by Hawaiian Haoles, Inc. dba Hawaiian Eyes Tours.
    • IN NO EVENT SHALL ANY PARTY TO THIS AGREEMENT BE LIABLE TO ANY OTHER PARTY FOR ANY LOST PROFITS OR SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, CONSEQUENTIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, EVEN IF INFORMED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. FURTHERMORE, NEITHER PARTY MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY TO ANY OTHER PARTY REGARDING THE EFFECT THAT THE AGREEMENT MAY HAVE UPON THE FOREIGN, FEDERAL, STATE OR LOCAL TAX LIABILITY OF THE OTHER.

  • Cancellation Policies

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    2 days before to 12:00

    After 12:00, 2 days before

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  • 5

    Participation Date: 2025-10

    Friends / Colleagues

    Unforgettable night above the clouds!

    It was such an amazing experience! Our guide Wes was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and patient. He explained everything about the stars and Mauna Kea in such a fun and clear way. Watching the sunset from above the clouds was absolutely breathtaking, and stargazing at the summit was magical. Everything was well-organized and comfortable from start to finish. Highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the Big Island — it was truly the highlight of our trip!

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    JINGLEI

    Posted Date: 2025/11/05

  • 5

    Participation Date: 2025-10

    Couple

    Great evening!

    Wes was the BEST guide that we could have asked for. He was extremely knowledgeable and very accommodating. His bilingual skills were excellent and very helpful with our group. His knowledge of astronomy was amazing and his overall kindness and enthusiasm were greatly appreciated! Thank you Wes, for a wonderful experience. This tour was the best thing that we have experienced, while on this island. The sunset was spectacular, while being above the clouds. I would definitely recommend this company and tour. They are very committed to their customers.

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    Steve

    Posted Date: 2025/10/30

  • 5

    Participation Date: 2025-10

    Couple

    Stargazing tour

    James was very helpful and super professional! Definitely worth the money

    W

    Wilfrid

    Posted Date: 2025/10/25

  • 5

    Participation Date: 2025-10

    Couple

    憧れのスバル望遠鏡

    人生で一度は体験したい絶景でした。標高4,000m近くの世界で見る満天の星は圧巻で、天の川が肉眼ではっきり見えます。ガイドの説明も丁寧で、星座やハワイの火山の歴史の話が印象的でした。頂上など寒さ対策は必須ですが、その分だけ特別な時間を味わえます。憧れのスバル望遠鏡も見れて感激で、おすすめのツアーです。Thank you, James!!

    K

    K.M

    Posted Date: 2025/10/21

  • 5

    Participation Date: 2025-10

    Friends / Colleagues

    Spectacular!

    If you are thinking to visit Mauna Kea, I highly recommend participating in this sunset and stargazing tour. Our tour guide, James, was very friendly and knowledgeable. He shared some valuable insights into the geography and history of Hawaii on the way to the summit. The tour provided a great opportunity to take pictures with a beautiful sunset and sky full of stars with a professional camera. We also enjoyed a light meal and hot coco.

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    Tina

    Posted Date: 2025/10/21

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  • Adult (ages 16-75)

    USD 260.00

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  • masashi@minshuku.us
  • 73-4187 Hulikoa Dr. Kailua-Kona, Hawaii 96740
  • Hours: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
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