We booked online for this tour, and was given a discount for booking two weeks or more in advance, so definitely do this. The tour is a little expensive, but we enjoyed it. We were staying in Waikoloa, so were picked up at the Kings Shoppes, only a mile from our resort, and right on time. Be sure and wear... more

Very professional and very safe. I am usually not the best at being transported, but our driver, Gordon was awesome. The road up to and down from the summit in addition to Saddle Road are not something that I would have wanted to drive myself. In fact, there were a couple of other tour companies that went speeding past us,... more

During the summit adventure, I learned that I had made a fortunate decision to go on the night that I did. The moon was close to being full and it came out at a perfect time. Before it came out, I had enough time to enjoy seeing, with my naked eye, a sky filled with stars like I had never... more

Mauna Kea Summit Adventures is the best! They were great to work with throughout the whole process. We were picked up on time at the designated place. It would have been nice if they picked up at least once closer to Hilo but it worked out fine for us at HWY 190/200. The driver/guide was Gordon and he was very... more

We spent close to $200/person, but I found this well spent. Our tour guide, Jade, was very well-versed not just in astronomy, but in Hawaiian history and lore. Everything ran like clockwork. I did find the stargazing to be a little too cold after about 30 minutes, even with the provided parkas and gloves. Maybe they should invest in thicker... more

There are a number of tour operators for Mauna Kea. I cannot imagine any better than Mauna Kea Summit Adventures. From the first contact to days after the tour, Mauna Kea Summit Adventures was a pleasure to work with. Reservations, information, and all contacts by email and phone were handled quickly. The tour itself was enhanced by a knowledgeable guide... more

I have been to the Big Island 9 times and this is the best experience I have ever had. Be sure, however, that you do go on a night that is clear. I was lucky, the moon was full and the sky was crystal clear that night. The sunset was spectacular. I went with Forest and Trails and the guide... more

Going to the summit of Mauna Kea is an absolute must-do when you're on the Big Island. Simply put, it was one of the most beautiful and awe-inspiring experiences I've ever had. And I owe much of this experience to Mauna Kea Summit Adventures. A little background: there are two ways you can get to the summit of Mauna Kea... more

My teenage daughter and I took this tour in July, 2007. We both loved it! It is well worth the price. It's easy to find the pick up. The transportation is comfortable - a small bus type vehicle with rows of two seats separated by an aisle. So much more comfortable than other tours we spotted where the people were... more