Maunakea Stellar Explorer from Kona
Overview
For an out-of-this-world experience, check out Maunakea Stellar Explorer from KapohoKine Adventures. This thrilling adventure is the only Big Island star tour to feature nighttime astronomical observing AND safe daytime solar viewing with all ages welcome! Our in-house stellar explorers are the best and most experienced in Hawaii with one having created the Mauna Kea Visitor’s Center and operated it for a decade. Others on staff have written noted articles and reviews for well-known astronomy magazines and have worked at world-class observatories.
This tour does not visit Maunakea’s summit or Visitor Center out of deference to Native Hawaiian concerns.
What's Included
Meeting and Pickup
Please call the phone number on your ticket/voucher for your pick up time and schedule.
What To Expect
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Safe & secure • Easy breezy • Hassle-free
Saddle Road
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Mauna Kea
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 26 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (6)
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Activity code: C-5413P26
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Hawaii customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the activity start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the activity start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the activity local time (HST).
- 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.
- Dinner.
- Bottled water.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Jackets.
- Driver/guide.
- Gratuities.
The minimum age to participate is 5. This activity requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Maunakea Stellar Explorer from Kona is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Maunakea Stellar Explorer from Kona 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
- Dinner
- Bottled water
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Jackets
- Driver/guide
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 26 travelers
