Mauna Kea Summit Adventures has an excellent website at maunakea.com. As of March 2010, the site indicates the following details for a Mauna Kea Summit Adventure:
What the Trip Includes:
- Informative narration from our highly trained guides
- Convenient central pick-up points in Kailua Kona, Waikoloa or at the highway 190/200 junction
- Van Terra 4x4 micro-coaches - more comfort, more space and panoramic views
- Superb scenery and photo opportunities with Sunset on the summit
- Arctic style hooded parkas and gloves
- Delicious, hearty meal choices served on the Onizuka Visitors Center's lanai
- 11" Celestron CPC 1100 telescopes (90% more powerful than 8" scopes carried by other companies on Mauna Kea)
- Stargazing program with our powerful telescope (weather permitting)
Menu Choices:
- Kho Chu Jang glazed Beef ribs (spicy sweet) Jasmine rice and glazed carrots served hot.
- Teriyaki glazed Chicken with a special pineapple relish, Jasmine rice and glazed carrots served hot.
- Tofu/ spinach wrap sandwich with cranberry tabouleh salad and glazed carrots Served cold. This can be made vegan upon request.
All items served with a big homemade chocolate brownie.
Bring your own beverages (no alcohol). Water and other beverages are available at the Visitors Center.
Cost:
The 2010 Price is $192.00 plus tax ($200) which includes the Office of Mauna Kea Management (OMKM)user fee. An optional gratuity of $5-10 per person for good service is customary in Hawaii and is very much appreciated by your guide. Make your reservation online at least two weeks in advance and save 15%.
