Mauna Kea: Sunset and Star Rise Hike with Native Hawaiian
ID: GYG835030-1323852
Category:
Country: Cuba
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Hike in the forests and ascend Mauna Kea for a sunset and star rise. Learn about the endemic plants and animals that make up the high mountain forests of Hawai’i and learn the art of voyaging by stars
Explore the forests of Mauna Kea on a guided tour. Learn about the endemic plants and animals that make up the high mountain forests of Hawai’i. Watch the sunset and the stars rise from 9,000 feet above sea level.
Begin your tour in the center of the island and make your way to the Mauna Kea volcano. Slowly acclimate to the altitude as you explore multiple forest reserves on the slopes of Mauna Kea.
Hike to 9,000 feet for sunset and star rise. Learn about the Pacific celestial navigation, the many stars, and constellations that guide us throughout the Pacific or what is called the Moananuiātea, the great expansive ocean.
Lay under the stars up above the clouds and see the dust of the Milky Way galaxy. Learn the story of the birth of HawaiʻI’s very first chief.
Highlights
- Explore the Mauna Kea volcano on a guided hike through multiple forest reserves
- Learn about the endemic plants and animals that make up the high mountain forests
- Acclimate to the altitude as you hike to 9,000 feet for a sunset and star rise
- Discover the Pacific celestial navigation and the stars and constellations
- Lay under the stars and see the dust of the Milky Way galaxy
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Participants should be in good physical condition
Acclimatization stops included
Warm layers recommended as temperatures can drop
Visibility of stars subject to weather conditions
Kīpuka puʻu huluhulu forest reserve front gate. Parking directly in front cinder cone off of main highway! Mahalo!
INCLUDED
- Guided hike to 9,000 ft
- Sunset and star rise viewing
- Learning about endemic plants and animals
- Introduction to Pacific celestial navigation
- Stories of ancient Hawaiian lore
NOT INCLUDED
- Transportation to starting point
- Meals and drinks
- Personal equipment
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
