Travel to a remote location for a stargazing and photo experience unlike any other. Immerse yourself in the dark beauty of the night sky.

About this activity

Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
Covid-19 precautions: Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
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Duration 2 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: English

Highlights

Enjoy a stargazing tour that's fun for all ages
Have epic photos taken of you by a pro astro-photographer
Marvel at some of the darkest skies on the planet from a remote area

Full description

Explore a secluded stargazing spot on the slopes of Mauna Kea.

Stargazing on this summit has never been allowed for any individual or tour group; all other tours do their stargazing on the side of a busy road near the highway, but this tour allows you access to a remote spot located miles from any highway. Head to the meeting point and grab a parka jacket. Hear about this unique spot from your guide, as they use a green laser to point out constellations, planets, space objects, and hopefully some fast-moving shooting stars. Your guide will also take some photos of the best objects in the night sky with an astro-modified camera/lens for you to check out later.

Next comes everyone's favorite part; have some fun posing for astro-photos with the stars in the background. 2-3 photos taken during the experience will be sent to you after the trip. Look back on these photos, touched up with Lightroom photo-editing at no extra cost.

Includes

2-3 medium-resolution photos from the trip
Use of parka jackets
Tour guide who is an Analog-Astronaut who works in association with NASA

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
99 high resolution photo upgrade
199 ultra high resolution photo upgrade

Not suitable for

People with back problems
People with mobility impairments
People with heart problems
Wheelchair users
People with respiratory issues
People over 264 lbs (120 kg)
People with pre-existing medical conditions

Covid-19 precautions

Safety measures in place

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

Traveler requirements

You are required to bring and wear a mask

Meeting point

• Look for your guide, James, near an Epic Tour 4x4 van • The meeting point might change to an alternative location 5-15 minutes from what is listed, depending on the weather and the crowds

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Important information

What to bring

Long pants
Closed-toe shoes

Not allowed

Shorts

Know before you go

Photo upgrades are available

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 9 reviews

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Just do it. Don’t think twice. This is hands down one of the best tours I’ve ever done in Hawaii. James is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about his work. He shares a ton of information with the group and ensures everyone is enjoying the trip. The pictures he took were incredible! It’s COLD out there. Wear pants, not leggings like me the tour does provide you with parkas to stay warm but you may consider layering up a bit more if you get cold easily.

August 2, 2021

Interesting but VERY overpriced. I would rate it 4-stars at half the price. Guide was very knowledgeable and nice so it wasn’t a total bust.

December 3, 2021

October 8, 2021

Mauna Kea: Stargazing Experience with Free Photos

Mauna Kea: Stargazing Experience with Free Photos

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