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 DO NOT pick up guests from Kona, Waikoloa, or any hotels not located in Hilo.
Please see additional info for restrictions eg age, health, pregnancy, scuba dive, respiratory, heart, back issues, intoxicants etc. for this tour.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ All fees and/or taxes
✔ Jacket
✖ Dinner
✖ Telescopes
Departure & Return
Departure:
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Onizuka Visitor's Center at 9,000 feet. Meet our tour guide here.
Return: End right where it started.
Itinerary
1
Rainbow Falls
Visit Hilo's local Rainbow Falls and monkeypod tree (Hilo departures only). If you're lucky you'll see Anuenue (rainbow).
Duration: 15 minutes
2
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.
Duration: 30 minutes
3
Mauna Kea
Ascend to the summit of Mauna Kea at 13,796 feet/4205 meters to arrive above the clouds and watch the sunset (weather permitting). See international telescopes along the way on this sacred mountain.
Duration: 30 minutes
4
Onizuka Astronomy Complex
Stargaze with our local tour guide with a laser pointer. No telescopes are provided.
Duration: 15 minutes
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Additional info
• 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
• Not recommended for travelers with respiratory conditions
• Not recommended to consume intoxicants during or directly before this tour
• Not recommended to consume carbonated beverages during or directly before this tour
