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Reviews

• Sunset, moon and ayars.

  Marguerite H,

  Aug 31, 2025

  - Viator

  5.00

  It is fantastic. Knowledgeable staff, the correct amount of time at stops. Difficult to say if the sunset or the stargazing was the better experience. All of it is excellent.

• Mauna Kea at night

  Rachel K,

  Aug 29, 2025

  - Viator

  5.00

  We really enjoyed the experience. Everyone was very knowledgeable and helpful. It was a LONG night. Would recommend it.

• Unforgettable Stargazing Experience Above the Clouds

  Erika K,

  Aug 26, 2025

  - Viator

  5.00

  The stargazing tour was incredibly smooth and well organized. It was truly an experience worth far more than the price, and we would highly recommend this stargazing tour! Snacks, jackets, and gloves were thoughtfully prepared, and the hospitality was excellent. Watching the sunset from above the clouds at the summit was breathtaking, and gazing up at the brilliant night sky while learning from the guide and searching for shooting stars made it an unforgettable experience. One thing to note is that the road has many rocks, so the ride can be a bit bumpy, and since the tour goes to high altitudes, those prone to motion sickness may want to take medication beforehand. Also, even in summer, the summit is very cold, so bringing a warm hoodie or wind jacket is recommended.

• Would recommend this tour!

  Jolene S,

  Aug 25, 2025

  - Viator

  5.00

  Great experience with Rob and Jessica. We were picked up at Hilo, joined a group from Kona then headed up to the summit of Mauna Kea for the sunset, with some interesting stops on the way. Jessica is full of knowledge of the volcano, the observatories, the rocks and Hawaiian culture. Would definitely recommend.

• You'll see stars, but rushed.

  Luis D,

  Aug 24, 2025

  - Viator

  2.00

  You'll see all that's advertised, but it's far paced. Our tour guide, Robert, couldn't be bothered to adjust his schedule for reasonable customer requests. 1) stargazing: a teenager that was in awe with the experience asked to see Mars through the telescope. Robert said there wasn't time, despite Mars being right there, then proceeded to give a 20-minute talk about constellations, repeating a lot of things he had been saying throughout the tour. The group would've been fine with a shorter talk and seeing Mars. 2) A family got on the wrong van because of Robert's confusing instructions. Another family trying to get in the correct van saw no available seats. The lady tells Robert, his response is "it's going to be a full van, take any seat available. The lady checks again, tells Robert, he gives the same answer. This happens 2 or 3 more times. Finally, Robert decides he has time to look in the van (he's been 2 ft away the whole time) and sorts out the confusion. He only had to manage 2 vans, it shouldn't be hard. 3) #2 happened because Robert gets in the transfer bus, says a few family names and "if you did not hear your name, come and get in this van." Just tell people where they should go. Obviously, some family got in the wrong van. 4) The your is only in English, regardless of options listed in Viator. I asked Robert, he confidently says it means we get a printout in Spanish. During our 30-minute aclamating period, I call their office before 5pm and get no answer. I then call Viator, rep. confirms your should be in Spanish. I go tell Robert, but he interrupted me saying he called his office and was told they haven't done this for years and to call Viator, proceeds to talk with another guest. He didn't care my wife who barely speaks English was going to miss out on part of the experience and I was going to have to translate. The following day, someone from their office reached out via text and provided an electronic version of the print out (whoever you are, thanks!).