Maunakea Stellar Explorer from Kona

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Maunakea Stellar Explorer from Kona

2 Adults x $263.76

$527.52

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$527.52

Pickup included

Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
Driver/guide
Dinner
Jackets

Gratuities

Overview

For an out-of-this-world experience, check out Maunakea Stellar Explorer from KapohoKine Adventures. This thrilling adventure is the only Big Island star tour to feature nighttime astronomical observing AND safe daytime solar viewing with all ages welcome! Our in-house stellar explorers are the best and most experienced in Hawaii with one having created the Mauna Kea Visitor’s Center and operated it for a decade. Others on staff have written noted articles and reviews for well-known astronomy magazines and have worked at world-class observatories.

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Chalet Kilauea 19-4178 Wright Road, , Volcano, Hawaii, United States, US, 96785-0998
Club Wyndham Kona 75-5961 Ali_i Dr, , Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, United States, US, 96740-1333
Club Wyndham Mauna Loa Village 78-7190 Kaleiopapa St, , Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, United States, US, 96740-2576
Courtyard King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel 75-5660 Palani Road, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, United States, US, 96740
Four Seasons Resort Hualalai 72-100 Ka'upulehu Drive, , Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, United States, US, 96740
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings' Land Waikoloa 69-699 Waikoloa Beach Drive, , Waikoloa, Hawaii, United States, US, 96738
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kohala Suites Waikoloa 69-550 Waikoloa Beach Drive, , Waikoloa, Hawaii, United States, US, 96738
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kailua-Kona, an IHG hotel 75-146 Sarona Road, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, United States, US, 96740-3725
Kailua Village Resort 78-261 Manukai St, , Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, United States, US, 96740-2538
Keahole Airport 73-200 Kupipi St, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, United States, US, 96740
Kohala Coast Collection 69-250 Waikoloa Beach Dr, , Waikoloa, Hawaii, United States, US, 96738-5717
Kona
Kona Oceanfront Home 78-6681A Alii Dr, , Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, United States, US, 96740-2409
Kona Tiki Hotel 75-5968 Alii Dr, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, United States, US, 96740-1324
Lava Lodge at Volcano Village 19-4084 Old Volcano Road, , Volcano, Hawaii, United States, US, 96785
Manago Hotel 82-6151 Mamalahoa Hwy, , Captain Cook, Hawaii, United States, US, 96704
Marriott's Waikoloa Ocean Club 69-275 Waikoloa Beach Drive, Hawaii Tax Id # Ta-070-692-2496-08, Marriott Vacation Club, Waikoloa, Hawaii, United States, US, 96738
Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa 78-128 Ehukai Street, , Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, United States, US, 96740
Royal Kona Resort 75-5852 Alii Drive, , Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, United States, US, 96740-1310
The Sea Village 75-6002 Ali_i Dr, , Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, United States, US, 96740-2310
Uncle Billy's Kona Bay Hotel 75-5739 Alii Dr, , Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, United States, US, 96740-1736
Volcano House 1 Crater Rim Drive, Hawaii, United States, US, 96718
Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa 69-275 Waikoloa Beach Drive, , Waikoloa, Hawaii, United States, US, 96738
Waikoloa Honu and Gecko Condominiums 68-3712 Kauhiwai St, , Waikoloa, Hawaii, United States, US, 96738-5216

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Itinerary

Kailua-Kona

The adventure starts with dinner.

1 hour 30 minutes
Saddle Road

Next, you’ll travel across Saddle Road between Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa, two of the tallest and most massive volcanoes on Earth. Your National Park Service trained guide will discuss the volcanology, geology, and history of these monstrous wonders, as well as providing in-depth narration on the various lava flows and flora and fauna that you’ll be passing by. Lastly, your guide will take you to one of our preferred locations on Mauna Kea for nighttime stargazing.

1 hour
Mauna Kea

You’ll observe deep sky and planetary objects through a large aperture Dobsonian telescope under one of the darkest and most pristine skies on planet Earth! Our Dobsonian telescopes are a true purist’s experience to view the night sky. Their fast focal ratio enables you to see sprawling wide field views of objects that simply aren’t possible with the types of telescopes used by other tours. Depending on what is visible in the current sky and weather permitting, you’ll observe galaxies, nebula, star clusters, planets, double star systems, the moon, and much more; all the highlights and showpiece objects like you’ve never seen before! Afterwards, warm up with Kona coffee and hot chocolate before returning to your resort. Warm jackets provided. This tour does not visit Maunakea’s summit out of deference to Native Hawaiian concerns.

1 hour 30 minutes

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Free Cancellation

February 06100% refund

February 07No refund

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Night sky

Published on Jan, 2025

It’s very rare to visit a place that leaves you speechless. The Milky Way is nothing short of extraordinary. The guide is very knowledgeable, patient and warm

Marcus was great. He was...

Published on Dec, 2024

Marcus was great. He was knowledgeable, entertaining and kind. Plus he provided all the stars for us on what looked like a cloudy night! Simply amazing.

Stars at night

Published on Jun, 2024

Excellent tour food was great. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and yes parkas were provided. It was 29 degrees. We were not at the summit or at the visitor center if that is where you wanted to be please read all of the descriptions

Great trip

Published on May, 2024

Our guide Marcus was amazing. He was very knowledgeable about the stars and Hawaiian history. Super friendly and nice.

Highly recommend!

Published on Feb, 2024

Awesome star viewing and Marcus our trip guide was amazing!! He was very knowledgeable about astronomy and the formation of the universe

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