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The best place in the world for astronomical observation: Mauna Kea summit Sunset and stargazing tour (Stargazing, Hawaii Island)

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Tour Duration | 8 Hours

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Mauna Kea is the highest peak in the Pacific Ocean. Enjoy a spectacular sunset at the summit, which is 4,205 meters above sea level and sometimes covered in snow in winter.

Afterwards, you will use a large telescope at the observation point to view the starry sky.

This is a popular item so we recommend making your reservation early.

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Tour Itinerary

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14:00-15:00 Pick up your target

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15:45-17:30 Arrive at Onizuka Visitor Center (2800m above sea level) Acclimatize to prevent altitude sickness/Sandwich dinner/Bathroom break

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18:30 - 19:30 Sunset viewing at the summit of Mauna Kea

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19:30 - 21:00 Stargazing using a telescope at an altitude of 3400m-3700m

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※天候などの状況により観賞ポイントは異なります

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21:45-23:45 Arrive at Target or Queens Marketplace and disband

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*The schedule is a guideline and may vary slightly depending on local circumstances.

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*The tour itinerary differs by approximately one hour between summer (April to September) and winter (October to March).

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*The location for star gazing will be determined depending on the weather on the day.

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The tour itinerary differs by approximately one hour between summer (April to September) and winter (October to March).

Meeting time: 14:00 - 15:45

Meeting point: Target or Queens Marketplace depending on your hotel area. *There is no pickup from the hotel.

Duration: 8 hours

Disbanding time: 21:45-23:45

Drop-off location: Target or Queens Marketplace

Minimum number of participants: 2

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[Mauna Kea]

Mauna Kea, the highest peak in the Pacific Ocean, has an elevation of 4,205m and is sometimes covered with snow in winter. With clear air and a high rate of clear days, it is considered the best place in the world for astronomical observation, and tours to see the starry sky and sunrises are popular.

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Large luggage such as suitcases cannot be brought onto the tour vehicle. Please make sure to carry it in your carry-on luggage.

Temperatures near the summit of Mauna Kea can reach 0 degrees. We will provide cold weather gear, but please make sure to bring long sleeves (fleece or sweater), long pants, and comfortable shoes.

The road to the summit of Mauna Kea is very bumpy and winding. If you are worried about getting carsick, we recommend taking motion sickness medication beforehand.

Tour courses may be changed without prior notice due to weather, regulations, or other circumstances.

Please note that the price does not include gratuity.

The Summit Road to the top of Mauna Kea may be closed without notice due to weather conditions.

If the gate to the summit of Mauna Kea is closed upon arrival at the Onizuka Center, we will refund $200.

If the guide determines that you were unable to see both the sunset and the starry sky due to weather or local conditions, we will refund $100.

Please drink plenty of water on the day of the tour. We also recommend that you refrain from smoking and eating foods that produce a lot of gas (beans, onions, etc.) before participating. In addition, those who have scuba dived the day before, consumed alcohol before participating (within 12 hours), have high blood pressure, heart disease, respiratory disease, are taking medication, are receiving medical treatment from a doctor, or are pregnant cannot participate.

Please wear long pants and comfortable sneakers. We will provide winter jackets, but the summit will be below freezing, so please bring a sweater or jacket.

Tours are operated by Nature School/Hawaiian Eyes Tours.

◆◆◆Local emergency contact number (please call this number in case of emergency)◆◆◆

H.I.S. Service Counter: 808-923-3412 (Hawaii time 8:00AM - 8:00PM)

H.I.S. Nighttime Emergency Contact Number: 808-922-6136 (Hawaii time 8:00PM - 8:00AM)

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