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Stargazing
Mauna Kea Summit and Stars Small-Group Adventure Tour
Price: From $313.09
4.8 rating • 1378 reviews
Duration: 8 hours (approx.)
Meeting point: Hotel pickup offered
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Overview
Mauna Kea Summit and Stars Small-Group Adventure Tour is a off-road guided outing in Kona, Hawaii centered on Courtyard King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel, Maunakea Visitor Information Station, and surrounding destination landmarks. The route emphasizes Courtyard King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel, Maunakea Visitor Information Station, Mauna Kea Summit, Stargazing Session, and Big Island. The experience emphasizes Professional Kona guide or captain. Scheduled stops include Courtyard King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel, Maunakea Visitor Information Station, Mauna Kea Summit, and Stargazing Session. Landmarks referenced in the route include Big Island, Courtyard King Kamehameha's Kona Beach, Maunakea Visitor Information Station, and Mauna Kea Summit. The route combines landscape features and scenic viewpoints and neighborhood landmarks and open views. The outing typically lasts 8 hours (approx.). Travel is organized as road travel with route pacing matched to the destination.
Highlights
- Experience big skies and incredible nighttime views on this Mauna Kea stargazing trip with a small group departing from
- After admiring a sunset view, continue down to 9,000 feet for guided telescope stargazing under some of the clearest nig
- Mauna Kea Summit and Stars Small-Group Adventure Tour departing from Kona
- Enjoy a warm pre-trip picnic, then ride in a 4x4 luxury van to the summit of the Big Island's tallest peak
- Professional Kona guide or captain
What’s included
- Professional guide or captain
- Tour activity as described on Viator
- Safety equipment where applicable
Itinerary
Stop
30 minutesCourtyard King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel
Visit Courtyard King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel during the 30 minutes stop.
Stop
Maunakea Visitor Information Station
Visit Maunakea Visitor Information Station.
Stop
Mauna Kea Summit
Visit Mauna Kea Summit.
Stop
Stargazing Session
Visit Stargazing Session.
FAQs
How long is the Mauna Kea Summit and Stars Small-Group Adventure Tour?
The planned duration is 8 hours.
Where does the tour depart from in Kona?
Meet your guide at the confirmed Kona hotel pickup point, harbor, heliport, or meeting location listed when booking.
Additional info
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
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