We rented a 4x4 from Harpers and drove up to the summit of Mauna Kea on the summit tour on Saturday. We went into the Keck telescope and it was awesome!. After the tour, we stayed on the summit for sunset and then went down to the visitor center for the stargazing. It was a surreal experience. Do not forget... More

Mauna Kea hosts the largest observatory, you wouldn't be able to use the telescopes but you can get to the very top of the mountain and experience being on the top of the world. Many reviews will tell you that it's dangerous to go on your own because of hi altitude, but after doing some research and talking to our... More

Go to the visitor center for the free movie and telescopes, but arrive before sunset and park about a mile before the center for what may be the most amazing sunset you'll ever see. We were above the clouds so you have the sun setting on one side of the road and the gorgeous reflection in the clouds on the... More

Was absolutely amazing and definitely a highlight of the trip. Some things to know, you need a 4x4 to get to the summit from the visitor's center. Anyone under 16 should not go to the summit as it is not recommended because of lack of oxygen (40% less oxygen at the summit) Rental cars are okay to get you as... More

I went to the summit of Mauna Kea with Arnott's adventures -I definetely recommend it, it is less than half the price of the other guided tours, I posted the link below for those interested. I guess most people go to Hawaii for the beaches, but to me Mauna Kea and the Volcano National Park were THE things to see.... More

Really enjoyed everything about our Mauna Kea trip. Sledding on boogie boards, then to the visitor center for film. Stargazing with giant telescopes at night at the visitor center. Bring your own food & dress warm.

Nachdem wir auf Maui bereits den Haleakala Nationalpark besucht hatten und auf über 3000 Metern waren und uns vom Kilauea haben beeindruckend lassen wollten wir eigentlich keine weiteren Vulkane besichtigen. Unterwegs auf der Saddle Road entschlossen wir uns denn doch kurzfristig zu dem Abstecher. Es war beeindruckend,wir können es nur jedem empfehlen. Die Anfahrt über die Saddle Rd. ist unproblematisch.... More

We do not stay at the resort, but like to visit the beach. There is parking and beach access for everyone whether or not you are a resort guest. Drive in to the main entrance of the resort and a parking attendant will show you where the beach parking is. It is just a short walk to the beach. Bring... More

As much as I wanted to go to the summit, I have 2 young children that I didn't want to risk taking up to 13,000 feet. We decided instead to stop at the visitor's center for the nightly star viewing. I must say it was awesome. The center has volunteers who set up about 10-12 telescopes for people to look... More