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Mauna Kea Stargazing Experience + Photos

Location Big Island of Hawaii, Hawaii, USA
$299
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa offer a breathtaking stargazing experience that combines expert guidance with the wonders of astrophotography. This two-hour adventure welcomes all ages to marvel at the night sky in a tranquil setting.

  • 🌌 Mauna Kea Stargazing Experience + Free Photos: Enjoy a guided tour led by an astronomer and astro-photographer, avoiding crowded areas for a more intimate experience.
  • 🔭 Expert Telescope Views: Utilize our Celestron Origin smart telescope to witness galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters in stunning detail.
  • 📷 Capture your memories with complimentary portraits taken by our astro-photographer, featuring the Milky Way as your backdrop.
  • 🌠 Each session includes a guided star talk, enhancing your understanding of the cosmos while you enjoy the views.
  • 🌌 Our tours are designed to maximize your experience, with time slots carefully chosen to avoid bright moonlight.
  • 🧥 Stay warm in our provided parka jackets, perfect for the cool mountain air at night.
  • 📧 Receive medium-resolution digital photos via email within 48 hours, ensuring you can relive your experience anytime.
  • ⭐ A stargazing guarantee means if the stars don’t show, your tour is free, ensuring a memorable experience.

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Mauna Kea Stargazing Experience + Free Photos
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours

  • Complimentary Medium Resolution Photos
  • All activities
  • Professional photographer guide
  • Parka Jackets
  • Optional Photo Upgrades Available
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities

Meeting point
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.
Return details
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.

  • Onizuka Astronomy Complex
    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

  • Service animals allowed
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Dress code: Wear pants and closed-toed shoes
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Weather can reach 30F. We have parka jackets that have pockets and a hood, although that may not be enough for some
  • Not recommended for travelers with any mobility/ambulatory restrictions, back, heart and hearing problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Pregnant Travelers should discuss with their doctor before hand.
  • Not suitable for some senior citizens
  • Not recommended for chronic complainers ;)
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
  • How it works?
    01 — You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 — We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 — Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

    Mauna Kea Stargazing Experience + Photos

    Location Big Island of Hawaii, Hawaii, USA
    $299
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 — You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 — We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 — Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

    Delivery options

    eVoucher

    • Free
    • Instant delivery
    • Environmentally friendly

    Physical Gift Box

    • $10.00 fee
    • 2-5 business days
    • Shipping Worldwide

    No expiration date
    Easy refund
    Free exchange
    Easy booking
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