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|---|---|---|---|---|
Mauna Kea Stargazing Experience + Photos | 2 hours | 4.8 (276) | $299 | |
Big Island: Mauna Kea Summit Tour with Free Night Star Photo | 8 hours | 4.8 (1,822) | $290 | View |
The Original Mauna Kea Summit Sunset & Stargazing Tour-Since 1983 | 7–8 hours |
Led by an astronomer and astrophotographer, our stargazing experience combines expert astronomy, astrophotography, uncrowded locations, and our stargazing guarantee. Part 1 – All ages welcome. Meet at our dark-sky location on the slopes of Mauna Kea or Mauna Loa. Relax in a reclining chair, sip hot chocolate, and watch the stars appear overhead. Part 2 – Explore the universe with our Celestron Origin smart telescope. See live images of galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters on-screen while your astronomer explains each object and answers questions. Upon availability, we also include a night vision scope and our 9.25-inch telescope for traditional eyepiece viewing. Part 3 – Our astrophotographer captures epic images of you under the night sky. Couples, families, and special occasions are welcome. Planning a proposal or engagement? The stars create an unforgettable backdrop. Medium-size digital photos are emailed within 48 hours, with high-resolution upgrades available.
In demand: 282 of the next 300 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 2.
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
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Mauna Kea Stargazing Experience + Photos lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
Prices start at $299 per person for this Big Island of Hawaii experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 10 departures a day between 3:30 AM and 11:30 PM.
Children aged 0–12 pay from $279, adults from $299.
It can: 282 of the next 300 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Text us 6 hours before your tour for the updated meeting location. We may meet at different locations on Mauna Kea or Mauna Loa. International number? Send us a local contact number once available. Want your photos? Send us your email address. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 30 participants.
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Not recommended for travelers with any mobility/ambulatory restrictions, back, heart and hearing problems or other serious medical conditions
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