Mauna Kea is a dormant volcano in the Hawaiian Islands, one of five volcanoes which together form the island of Hawaii. Pu'u Wekiu, one of numerous cinder cones on the summit plateau, is the highest point in the state of Hawaii at 13,796 feet (4,205 m). Mauna Kea is the tallest mountain in the world when measured from base to summit, since its base is located on the seafloor about 19,000 feet (5,800 m) beneath the surface of the Pacific Ocean, bringing its total height to about 33,000 ft (10,000 m). In the Hawaiian language, mauna kea means "white mountain", a reference to its summit being regularly snow-capped during the Northern Hemisphere winter.
Beautiful, rugged, and majestic – Mauna Kea is the highest mountain in Hawaii. Standing at an elevation of 13,796 feet (4,205 meters), Mauna Kea is the crowning jewel of the astronomical world and the home of the 13 observatories including the Keck 10 meter telescope, the world’s largest.
Hawaii Volcano Tour’s adventure starts with an afternoon pick-up from your hotel. Our exploration starts with a leisurely and scenic drive up the Saddle Road to Puu Huluhulu. From here we begin our ascent to the summit of Mauna Kea. Enjoy a specially prepared dinner as you relax and acclimatize at the 9,000 foot mid-level. Browse the Visitor Center for a special souvenir. Soon after we ascend the switch back road to the summit and enjoy a magnificent sunset.
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