Mauna Kea Summit Hawaii Observatory Tours
Joining one of the Mauna Kea Summit Hawaii Tours offered by Hawaii Activities Discount will surely wet your thirst for adventure on the Big Island!
On Mauna Kea Observatory Tours experience a sensational sunset from 13,796 feet above sea level at the Summit of Mauna Kea. Next you will stargaze at the 9,200 ft level at the Onizuka Center for International Astronomy. The Summit of Mauna Kea has the world's largest and most sophisticated telescopes. It is also famous for its snow-capped mountaintops during the winter months.
Most visitors are humbled on Mauna Kea Summit Tours. It is easy to understand once you see the giant Kilauea caldera and smell the sulfur in the air. It is amazing to think that a Big Island rainforest is right next to Hawaii Volcano National Park.
Passengers should wear warm clothing, a jacket and comfortable walking shoes. Includes a boxed dinner, hot tea, hot chocolate, bottled water, cookies, telescope, jackets and gloves.
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Requirements
| Not recommended for persons who have been scuba diving within 24 hours prior to the tour. Passengers are required to sign a waiver of liability. |
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Activity Type
| Eco-Tours |
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Vendors
| Hawaii Forest and Trail |
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Island
| Big Island |
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Operation Days
| Daily |
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Where And When
| Pick-up times range from 1:30pm to 4:00pm and drop-off times are between 9:00 and 11:00, depending on the season. Pickup is free at 4 Seasons and North of 4 Seasons. Departs from Hawaii Forest and Trail Headquarters (View Map) and Waikoloa Kings' Shops (View Map) |
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Restrictions
| Not recommended for pregnant women. Not recommended for children under the age of 16. Not recommended for those with heart or respiratory conditions or other conditions not conducive to physical activity or high altitude. |
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