Mauna Kea Summit
Mauna Kea Summit
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La Center, WA797 bidrag
mar. 2025 • Par
We tried a couple of times to make it to the top, the weather finally cooperated and we were able to make it to the summit. The views were amazing! Felt like we were on top of the world, and we only had to drive up! The Rangers at the gate gave advice and tips for driving. It was super easy as long as you followed directions. Really cool to see all the observation stations on the summit. It was very cold and windy on the summit. Bundle up! Definitely worth it in my opinion! Make sure to acclimate to the high altitude to avoid getting sick. We hiked a little on the summit and felt a little light headed. Be cautious!
Skrevet 18. mars 2025
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MarcoPolo
18 bidrag
jan. 2025 • Alene
This is a scam tour with many ghost company names. DO NOT PURCHASE. Once you purchase you will get unrecognized charges to your credit card. This happened to me. It is important to recognize that scam operators often rely on social engineering tactics to manipulate consumers. This scam operator has breached the contract and not provided the tour as it was promised with my purchase. This made the passengers sign the document for taking pictures only but this was not the consent to operate the tour. Per information at Hawaiian Secretary of State Business-Cooperation, Hawaiian Eyes Tour is NOT an active and good standing company to operate a tour.Once I made a dispute claim to my credit card, Nature School shared all passengers contact and private information publicly by hiding/covering the company’s name “Hawaiian Eyes Tour” on the bottom of the document.
It is an extremely expensive tour—it is not worth it to pay $260. The tour guide West is the most arrogant, hostile and rude person. I asked his name-and-he said you will learn his name after seating when he gives an introduction. I have asked another question about the tour, he said he has not come to this topic yet and that I should wait and be patient. He treats the customers like a kid or dog. He calls the passengers by categorizing their country of origin. One of the guests had a high altitude sickness and he just ignored him. Matter of fact there was no oxygen tank in the van while they had deceptively told on the tour description. At the summit, I was shivering because of the cold when he was taking my picture and he said "stop shaking, I took 10 pictures of you." They were deceptively describing on the tour side that they would give jackets but he has not offered me any—so, I used my own layers but other guests used the tour's clothings. Perhaps taking on-and-off layers during the trip, my sweater has been lost or mixed up with and I asked him if he can check his itineraries to look at my sweater. He told me if I was telling him he had stolen my sweater; and then he dumped the packed clothings to the parking lot and he said if I could put them in place-even he did not check them. At the end of the tour, he dumped all the customers to the parking lot in Target where it is dark and there is no public transportation available in the late night. The passengers are mostly international with language barrier and new to HI to navigate. I have never seen such a deceptive advertisement- This tour is not worth this much money to go to the top of the mountain in a poor quality van with a crazy tour guide.
It is an extremely expensive tour—it is not worth it to pay $260. The tour guide West is the most arrogant, hostile and rude person. I asked his name-and-he said you will learn his name after seating when he gives an introduction. I have asked another question about the tour, he said he has not come to this topic yet and that I should wait and be patient. He treats the customers like a kid or dog. He calls the passengers by categorizing their country of origin. One of the guests had a high altitude sickness and he just ignored him. Matter of fact there was no oxygen tank in the van while they had deceptively told on the tour description. At the summit, I was shivering because of the cold when he was taking my picture and he said "stop shaking, I took 10 pictures of you." They were deceptively describing on the tour side that they would give jackets but he has not offered me any—so, I used my own layers but other guests used the tour's clothings. Perhaps taking on-and-off layers during the trip, my sweater has been lost or mixed up with and I asked him if he can check his itineraries to look at my sweater. He told me if I was telling him he had stolen my sweater; and then he dumped the packed clothings to the parking lot and he said if I could put them in place-even he did not check them. At the end of the tour, he dumped all the customers to the parking lot in Target where it is dark and there is no public transportation available in the late night. The passengers are mostly international with language barrier and new to HI to navigate. I have never seen such a deceptive advertisement- This tour is not worth this much money to go to the top of the mountain in a poor quality van with a crazy tour guide.
Skrevet 29. januar 2025
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shellejcats
Leawood, KS8 bidrag
des. 2024 • Par
Shin was an awesome guide and shared so much interesting information with us. The views were out of this world! It was so cool to be at the balmy beautiful beach on one day and then the next day be up amongst the clouds seeing the ocean from the top of the world. The sky was massive and the stars were so bright.
Skrevet 8. desember 2024
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nicole_chelli
New Haven, CT900 bidrag
sep. 2024 • Par
We were hoping to catch the sunset and stars from the summit during our trip. We had several rainy days that were forecasted but still attempted to go and were so glad we did. It rained the majority of the drive to the volcano but once we started climbing higher we were above the clouds and the sun was shining. Once you arrive at the visitors center all cars are required to stop and check in here. If you are planning to go to the summit to watch the sunrise, you will need an all-wheel drive vehicle and an informational talk with the park ranger prior to your ascent. While we did have an all-wheel drive vehicle that could drive to the summit we chose to stay at the visitor’s center. The workers at the visitor’s center suggested this small “hike” up this hill to get the best view of the sunset, we did it and it was amazing. Afterwards we waited in our car and hung out at the visitor’s center waiting for the sun to completely set so we can stargaze. The temperature drops quickly so be sure to bring warm layers, it was about 40 degrees at the visitors center once the sun was completely gone. Another reason why we forwent going to the summit was 30 minutes after the sunsets is when you have to depart down the mountain to the visitors center. If you want to stargaze, parking is at the visitor’s center and started to fill up and eventually get full when everyone at the summit was coming down. Seeing the starts was beautiful. You can see the milky way with the naked eye. The visitor’s center also had a scheduled little informational talk in where they talked about the ancient Hawaiians using the stars for navigation and pointed those out along with visible constellations. They used a laser pointer that pointed directly what they wanted you to look at. Totally worth a visit and this visit we did was free.
Skrevet 27. oktober 2024
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Samuel T
19 bidrag
okt. 2024 • Venner
Well worth the drive to the top if you hava an AND or 4x4. Views are stunning. Take warm clothes. You will not be disappointed. It was my 2nd favorite thing on the big island besides a helicopter tour with landing that cost a boatload.......and this is free. We even saw the A3 comet on the way down.
Skrevet 23. oktober 2024
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Samantha H
36 bidrag
aug. 2024 • Par
We had such an incredible experience going to the Mauna Kea at sunset. We almost decided to skip this, but we met a couple that said it was one of the best experiences they had. They convinced us to go, and we are so glad they did!! The drive from our hotel to the entrance wasn't too bad. We definitely could feel the elevation difference, so we just made sure to go slow. Once we hit the entrance, it was a steep way up, but fully paved. We pulled off at one point to take a beautiful picture of the sunset. Just continue going up slowly. Feel free to let other cars pass you, too. Once we were at the visitor center, we realized there just wasn't enough time to acclimate ourselves for about a half hour before the trek up to the summit. The visitor center doesn't have many lights, but it still didn't make it fully dark. We noticed some people using their phone flashlights to go up a hill right across from the visitor center, so we decided to do that, too, and we are SO glad we did! It wasn't too bad of a hike up the hill, just go slowly because of the oxygen levels in the air. Once at the top, we turned off our flashlight and were absolutely AMAZED by the view. You could see the Milky Way galaxy, a planet (I can't remember which one now), and so many incredible stars. If you are nervous about the summit/elevation change/4WD, I think you can literally see just as well from here. Don't skip out on this. It is absolutely incredible. I even saw a shooting star on our walk back down! Just make sure to bring a jacket, gloves, pants, and sneakers.
Skrevet 13. oktober 2024
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FilipinoMom
Orange County, CA93 bidrag
okt. 2024 • Familie
We went with a Tour company to take us up to the Summit (sunset).
Amazing experience & breathtaking views. The tour company even brought a telescope - powerful enough to see the intricate details of the moon!
It was worth having a tour company, because you can learn all the history behind the Summit.
Amazing experience & breathtaking views. The tour company even brought a telescope - powerful enough to see the intricate details of the moon!
It was worth having a tour company, because you can learn all the history behind the Summit.
Skrevet 10. oktober 2024
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Sara F
6 bidrag
okt. 2024 • Familie
Beautiful views! Free entry!
I went during midday, though, and wish I went to stargaze. We weren't originally planning on going to the summit and enjoyed the Visitor's Center. The ride from Kona didn't feel too long. We didn't feel the elevation, though it did feel chilly at that point. My windbreaker was enough, though my mom wore her jacket.
As we were leaving, we talked with the ranger who checked our car and then we decided to go the rest of the way up since we were already here!
The ride was dirt for the first chunk and quite bumpy! We gained elevation quickly and my mom got some altitude sickness. Once at the top, we walked around and took pictures of the observatories. We saw Haleakla on Maui from our vantage point. It was CHILLY and I wish I had my sweatpants. With just a windbreaker and shorts, though, I was able to run around and get some pictures of the scenery. The observatories are NOT open for walk in visitors.
The ride down was the same up (but reverse). The ranger at the Visitor Center checked the temp of our breaks and told us to pull over to let them cool for 15 minutes.
There are clean bathrooms and water filling station at the Visitor Center.
If I could, next time I would love to train to do the hike from the visitor center to the summit. It's about 4-5miles long, big elevation gain, and takes around 8 hours. Because of the temperatures when it gets dark, they discourage hikers who start after noon. Those who I talked to really enjoyed it, but did say it was pretty challenging.
I went during midday, though, and wish I went to stargaze. We weren't originally planning on going to the summit and enjoyed the Visitor's Center. The ride from Kona didn't feel too long. We didn't feel the elevation, though it did feel chilly at that point. My windbreaker was enough, though my mom wore her jacket.
As we were leaving, we talked with the ranger who checked our car and then we decided to go the rest of the way up since we were already here!
The ride was dirt for the first chunk and quite bumpy! We gained elevation quickly and my mom got some altitude sickness. Once at the top, we walked around and took pictures of the observatories. We saw Haleakla on Maui from our vantage point. It was CHILLY and I wish I had my sweatpants. With just a windbreaker and shorts, though, I was able to run around and get some pictures of the scenery. The observatories are NOT open for walk in visitors.
The ride down was the same up (but reverse). The ranger at the Visitor Center checked the temp of our breaks and told us to pull over to let them cool for 15 minutes.
There are clean bathrooms and water filling station at the Visitor Center.
If I could, next time I would love to train to do the hike from the visitor center to the summit. It's about 4-5miles long, big elevation gain, and takes around 8 hours. Because of the temperatures when it gets dark, they discourage hikers who start after noon. Those who I talked to really enjoyed it, but did say it was pretty challenging.
Skrevet 6. oktober 2024
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Christian S
22 bidrag
jun. 2024 • Familie
The Big Island is one of the only places on earth where you can be sitting on the beach at lunch and then drive directly to the top of a 14,000 foot volcano for a ridiculously beautiful sunset.
Skrevet 21. juli 2024
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Dallas, TX786 bidrag
mar. 2024 • Venner
We drove up to Mauna Kea for the sunset. There is a large parking lot next to the visitors center. The visitors center has public restrooms. Although we were in a 4WD vehicle, we opted not to go to the summit. It was really close to sunset when we arrived. We parked, walked across the road and followed other groups up to the top of a large hill. The viewing was spectacular. We went the first week in March. Even though we were having beach days, Mauna Kea was having winter storm warnings that week! You need warm clothes up there! As we drove up the sun was shining. We saw a rainbow end to end! When we parked and stepped out of the jeep it was cold! Think pants, jackets, layers, gloves! We walked through a cold mist. It almost seemed like snow flurries hiking up the hill. You need good shoes with traction. It’s a short but steep climb up the hill on dirt and rocks. The view is rewarding. We don’t regret not going to the actual summit. Coming down after the sunset it was even colder. We were hiking through clouds. It was nice to experience.
Skrevet 24. juni 2024
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Can you drive up to the Visitor Station in a 2-wheel drive car and then get a ride up to the summit?
Skrevet 20. september 2022
I would not recommend on relying on this unless you have prearranged a ride with someone. The parking lot at the visitor's center is not huge. I've only been to the top twice but both times, there are maybe 4-5 tour busses and only a handful of privately driven 4 wheel drive vehicles at the summit. I have never seen anyone offering rides to people at the visitor's center although I have seen several couples asking for rides. I don't know if they were successful or not. Everyone must leave the summit within 30 minutes after sunset. I have seen people park at the visitor's center and walk on one of the trails to find a good viewing spot to see the sun set. My husband and I debated doing that on another night after our tour. I'm sure it would still be an amazing view. The road to the visitor's center is smooth and a beautiful drive. If it's out of your budget to go on a tour, I would definitely still recommend driving to the visitor's center. Be sure to give yourself plenty of time to get there and get a parking spot. We left the Queen's Marketplace area about 2 1/2 hours before sunset. There are picnic tables if you wanted to pack a meal.
Skrevet 20. september 2022
Do we need reservations if we are planning on driving ourselves with a 4 wheel drive for the sunset?
Skrevet 27. mars 2022
I think the reservations are just for tours. The weather changes quickly up on the summit. We had to wait thirty minutes when the rangers closed the road. After that they only allowed the more experienced travel tour drivers to drive up to the summit.
Skrevet 28. mars 2022
Can little kids (ages 3 and 6) endure the drive to the visitors center and summit, or is the drive/terrain too rough? How much driving time does it to get up to the summit ?
Skrevet 10. mars 2020
Probably so if you can keep them entertained. It’s a long drive, we went through a tour in a group of people, approximately 18. I would drive but make sure you have extra warm clothing. As if you were going to the snow. It’s nearly 14,000 feet at the summit. The tour company provided parkas and it was still freezing. But I’m from Southern California I’m probably not a good judge of cold. But there was ice on the ground and the temp was below freezing, 30degrees. Dress appropriately or at least bring jackets and wear long pants and long sleeves. The kids will love the view of the stars, if you take the sunrise or the sunset tour. It feels like you can reach out and touch the stars. I didn’t think the road was too rough.
Skrevet 3. juni 2020
May be a stupid question, but is there any difference being on Mauna Kea Mountain compared to just being on the ground where’s there’s no light pollution around?
Does being 10,000 + ft up a mountain actually make seeing the stars easier, compared to driving to a pitch black area with no pollution and looking up at the sky?
Skrevet 3. mars 2020
I understand the sky is clear and dark in Africa. I have been to a lot of open, dark areas in US, but I have never seen as many stars as Mauna Kea. There is a reason they have so many telescopes up there. The area, even at sea level, has strict anti-light pollution requirements. Also, the clouds and humidity were below the 10,000 ft level which makes the sky clearer. For me personally, seeing the telescope that helped develop an image of a black hole made the trip worthwhile. Good luck.
Skrevet 4. mars 2020
Is it possible to visit the visitor center next week (Christmas week)? If there is no way we can get to the visitor center/ summit, what can we do if we want to see the stars/milky way? Thanks.
Skrevet 18. desember 2019
when we went up visitors centre was closed- dont know when it will reopen- road was open when we went -but as mainly gravel from here and steep-recomend 4 wheel drive
Skrevet 19. desember 2019
Hi all, when trying to plan a drive from Hilo to the Mauna Kea summit, maps suggests that we drive up north on 19, and then down south on Mana rd, which will take 3.5h.
I can see on the map that if we take the saddle road in the center on the island, it should be a much shorter drive and there's a small connecting road between them, called Manua Kea access road - but maps absolutely refuses to set the drive through it.
Can anyone tell me if that drive is possible, and about how long will it take? (Hilo to the summit, via the saddle road and Mauna access road)
thanks you!
Skrevet 11. november 2019
There isn't a road thru it. You could hike the 11 or so miles but would need to get a ride from the Mauna Loa side over to the Mauna Kea side. The road down the Mauna loa Side is accessed from the saddle road and is about 45 minutes at 25 mph. Rises from about 6000 ft elevation to about 10500 at the road end. It is a nice hike across the lava field into the park.
Skrevet 13. november 2019
My husband and I are taking his parents to the Big Island in June. I’d love to see the stars. We are renting a car so I can do a four wheel drive, no problem. My question is, since my in-laws won’t be able to handle the altitude at the top, can you star gaze from the visitor center? I’m hoping the protests are done by then. Hubby and I have a habit of climbing mountains on vacation but I know my older in-laws won’t be able to do that so I was hoping we could drive to see the stars well enough from the visitor center...thanks in advance!
Skrevet 23. oktober 2019
Hi
Yes you can view from the first stop, the Visitor Center. It was closed when I was there but no matter. We also stopped there because we had a 10 year old and it was not recommended that he go higher. You will see very well from around that center. Have a great vacation and hope it won’t be block.
Skrevet 23. oktober 2019
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