Mauna Kea Summit & Stars Adventure - Hawaii Forest & Trail


Kona, Big Island, Hawaii


Join us for an intriguing and provocative journey through space and on the way to the summit you will learn about the remarkable evolution and the island's natural world has experienced.   


Our dinner stop at a historic spot features a hot, picnic style dinner.


After dinner we make our way to the world's tallest volcano for a sensational sunset view.


Stand in awe at the largest collection of telescopes on earth witnessing some of the most beautiful scenery you'll ever experience.


At a lower elevation your naturalist guide will reveal the wonders and world-class clarity of the Hawaiian skies.


The drive to the summit of Mauna Kea is one you'll never forget as you climb to 13,500' elevation above sea level.


Once at the summit you are afforded spectacular views of the horizon, Haleakala on Maui, Mauna Kea's world-class array of telescopes and the famous Muana Kea sunset.

  • Transportation is not included as you will need to meet at the Hawaii Forest and Trail headquarters.
  • Hawaii Forest & Trail Headquarters: 74-5035B Queen Kaahumanu Hwy. Kailua-Kona
  • 4:00 p.m. Nightly (weather permitting) - return approximately 8 hours later
  • Dinner and Hot Beverages provided along with warm gloves/parkas if needed.
  • Notes:
  • Bring Closed Toe Shoes, long pants, and a sweatshirt or sweater.
  • Guests should be able to walk on uneven or rocky terrain.
  • Temperature can dip below freezing when at high elevation on the mountain.
  • No children under 16 years of age
  • Due to the high altitude this tour is not advised for those with respiratory, circulatory or heart conditions, pregnancy or poor health.
  • If you plan to scuba dive, do not plan   to go to the summit within 24 hours after you dive due to the altitude.
  • Rates
    Code Description Dates Days Tour Class
    KOA-HFTMK Mauna Kea Summit & Stars 01/01/19 to 12/31/19 All KOAMKS
    Adult Child Senior Infant Passengers Children infants
    Min Max   Allowed Age Allowed
    211.50 .00 .00 .00 -- --   N   Y
    Code Description Dates Days Tour Class
    KOA-HFTMK Mauna Kea Summit & Stars 01/01/20 to 12/31/20 All KOAMKS
    Adult Child Senior Infant Passengers Children infants
    Min Max   Allowed Age Allowed
    212.40 .00 .00 .00 -- --   N   Y
    Code Description Dates Days Tour Class
    KOA-HFTMK Mauna Kea Summit & Stars 01/01/21 to 12/31/21 All KOAMKS
    Adult Child Senior Infant Passengers Children infants
    Min Max   Allowed Age Allowed
    212.40 212.40 212.40 .00 -- --   Y 16- 0   Y
    Code Description Dates Days Tour Class
    KOA-HFTMK Mauna Kea Summit & Stars 01/01/22 to 12/31/22 All KOAMKS
    Adult Child Senior Infant Passengers Children infants
    Min Max   Allowed Age Allowed
    249.88 249.88 249.88 .00 -- --   Y 16- 0   Y
    438 Hobron Lane, Suite 222 / Honolulu, HI 96815
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