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Mauna Kea astronomical tour from Kona
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Big Island of Hawaii, United States of America
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Mauna Kea astronomical tour from Kona

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Language: English

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Duration: 6 hours
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Guided Tour
Lunch

Why you’ll love this…

Observe one of the darkest and most pristine skies on planet Earth through a Dobsonian telescope
Watch the sun come alive in true color with vibrant solar flares and sunspots
Admire galaxies, nebula, star clusters, planets, the moon and much more

What we expect

The adventure starts with setting up a state-of-the-art solar telescope for your viewing pleasure, your specially trained guide will let you safely watch the sun come alive in true color with vibrant solar flares, sunspots, prominences and any other current activity weather permitting.

Next, you’ll travel across Saddle Road between Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa, two of the tallest and most massive volcanoes on Earth. Your National Park Service-trained guide will discuss the volcanology, geology, and history of these monstrous wonders, as well as providing in-depth narration on the various lava flows and flora and fauna that you’ll be passing by.

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Hotel pickup/drop-off
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Entrance fees
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Warm jackets
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Picnic-style dinner

What to remember

Pickup schedule will depend on the location of your accommodation in Kona. The local tour operator will contact you prior to the tour to arrange your pickup time. Please indicate your pickup location and phone number at checkout
People of all ages can participate in this tour
This tour is not fully wheelchair accessible. Participants have to do a few stairs to get in and out of the vehicle on their own. But it's possible to store a wheelchair in the back of the van if needed
This tour does not visit Maunakea’s summit or Visitor Center out of deference to Native Hawaiian concerns
Please wear closed-toed shoes and bring a light jacket. Some sights are weather dependent

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