Mauna Kea Hike & Star Gazing with Native Hawaiian

• Learn the natural and cultural history of Mauna Kea
• Learn about the endemic plants and animals of Mauna Kea
• Ascend to Heaven on Humu ʻula trail as we climb the hill of the chief
• Celestial Portrait; Be captured with the universe!
• Stargaze and Startalk; constellations that are used in celestial navigation

Explore the forested cinders of Mauna Kea. Learn about the endemic plants and animals that make up the high mountain forests of Hawai’i.

Hike to 9,394 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.

• 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

• Transportation to starting point
  Meals and drinks
  Personal equipment