Mauna Kea Arnott's Adventures

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Our Mauna Kea Summit Tour is designed to showcase the beauty and wonder of one of the most impressive mountains in the world. Mauna Kea (meaning “white mountain”) is historically and culturally very significant to the Hawaiian people, and because of its contributions to geology and astronomy, to the world as well.

Our local guides will enlighten you with the sacredness and cultural aspect of Mauna Kea.

A spiritual high for many locals and visitors.

#1 rated tour for adventure and photography.

This tour requires a minimum of 2 guests in order to run.

Our tour only meets guests in HILO or at the Onizuka Visitor Center on Mauna Kea. We DO NOT pick up guests from Kona, Waikoloa, or any hotels not located in Hilo.

Please see additional info for restrictions eg age, health, pregnancy, scuba dive, respiratory, heart, back issues, intoxicants etc. for this tour.

What's included

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Jacket

What's Not Included

    What's not included
    • Dinner
    • Telescopes

    Languages spoken by guide

    English (US)

    Additional information

    Service animals allowed

    Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

    Not recommended for pregnant travelers

    Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

    Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

    Itinerary information

    Location

    Departure point
    Arnott's Lodge and Hiking Adventures, Apapane Rd 98, Hilo, 96720
    98 Apapane Road Hilo, HI . 96720
    Departure point
    Maunakea Visitor Information Station, Mauna Kea Access Rd, Hilo
    Onizuka Visitor's Center at 9,000 feet. Meet our tour guide here.
    End point
    Arnott's Lodge and Hiking Adventures, Apapane Rd 98, Hilo, 96720
    End point
    Maunakea Visitor Information Station, Mauna Kea Access Rd, Hilo

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