About this experience
The single most requested activity on the Big Island, and the one guests talk about for years. You climb from sea level to the Maunakea summit — 13,800 feet, above 40% of the atmosphere — for sunset above the clouds, then descend to a dark-sky site for stargazing with your guide's telescopes.
Hawaii Forest & Trail run this properly: a hot picnic dinner (Southwest stew or vegan chilli), hooded parkas and gloves because it is genuinely near freezing at the top, and a maximum of 14 guests. Ages 13 and up because of the altitude. Easy to moderate walking on uneven ground.
Highlights
- Sunset from the 13,800ft Maunakea summit
- Guided stargazing with telescopes at a dark-sky site
- Hooded parkas and gloves provided
- Maximum 14 guests, ages 13+
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What's included
- Roundtrip transport from Kona or Waikoloa meeting points
- Interpretive guide and summit access
- Hot picnic dinner, hot chocolate, teas and dessert
- Hooded parka and warm gloves
Where you'll meet
Hawaii Forest & Trail, 74-5035B Queen Ka'ahumanu Hwy, Kailua-Kona — resort pickups also available
Cancellation policy
Cancellation: 48 hours' notice required for a full refund. Private charters and Ohana Outings require 72 hours. Cancellations inside the window and no-shows are charged in full.
A 7% service fee is added at checkout — shown in full before you pay.