Mauna Kea Arnott's Adventures
Overview
Our Mauna Kea Summit Tour is designed to showcase the beauty and wonder of one of the most impressive mountains in the world. Mauna Kea (meaning “white mountain”) is historically and culturally very significant to the Hawaiian people, and because of its contributions to geology and astronomy, to the world as well.
Our local guides will enlighten you with the sacredness and cultural aspect of Mauna Kea.
A spiritual high for many locals and visitors.
#1 rated tour for adventure and photography.
This tour requires a minimum of 2 guests in order to run.
Our tour only meets guests in HILO or at the Onizuka Visitor Center on Mauna Kea. We may be able to arrange pickups in Kona for groups of at least 4 guests, upon request. Please contact us before booking if you are looking for a Kona pickup.
Please see additional info for restrictions on age, health, pregnancy, scuba diving, respiratory issues, heart issues, back issues, intoxicants etc. for this tour.
What's Included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Jacket
- Dinner
- Telescopes
Meeting and Pickup
Our Mauna Kea Tour begins in HILO and meets guests in Hilo or at the Onizuka Visitor Center on Mauna Kea. We currently can ONLY offer a Kona pickup if we have at least 4 passengers to pick up. If you are located in Kona or Waikoloa and would like to join our tour, please contact us BEFORE booking so that we can determine the best meeting location for you.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Onizuka Astronomy Complex
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Mauna Kea
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Onizuka Astronomy Complex
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Age minimum 13 years old
- DO NOT attend within 24 hours of scuba or manta ray diving
- Not recommended for travelers with respiratory conditions
- Not recommended to consume intoxicants during or directly before this tour
- Not recommended to consume carbonated beverages during or directly before this tour
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Mauna Kea Arnott’s Adventures?
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Activity code: C-196601P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Hawaii customers.
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- This activity 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.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Jacket.
- Dinner.
- Telescopes.
This activity requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 13. This activity requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Mauna Kea Arnott's Adventures is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Age minimum 13 years old
- DO NOT attend within 24 hours of scuba or manta ray diving
- Not recommended for travelers with respiratory conditions
- Not recommended to consume intoxicants during or directly before this tour
- Not recommended to consume carbonated beverages during or directly before this tour
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Mauna Kea Arnott’s Adventures will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Hawaii. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Jacket
- Dinner
- Telescopes
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Age minimum 13 years old
- DO NOT attend within 24 hours of scuba or manta ray diving
- Not recommended for travelers with respiratory conditions
- Not recommended to consume intoxicants during or directly before this tour
- Not recommended to consume carbonated beverages during or directly before this tour
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers
