This Hilo-based company offers stargazing tours combined with other activities – like waterfall viewing and lava tube hiking. Polihale State Park is a little harder to reach on the western shore, but as a result, it’s even more isolated. The image was released on Oct. 14, 2013. Those outside of New Zealand and the Polynesia will have been introduced to Māui through the Disney film Moana. The tree was light-painted with a flashlight. Receive mail from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors? On Hawaii, you’ll find some of the world’s best observatories, perched on the volcanic peaks that dominate the landscape. Below we’ve detailed some of your options on each of the five main islands, as well as one bonus stargazing ‘spot’ you might be surprised to learn about. This is one of the best renowned Māori legends. Future US, Inc. 11 West 42nd Street, 15th Floor, You can camp right on the beach here, too. Visit our corporate site. Eventually, Tutanekai proves that he is worthy of Hinemoa’s love, despite their differences in social standing. Very short time lapse of the milky way as seen from atop Haleakala in Maui.

If you want to ensure a great stargazing experience on the Big Island, consider booking with Epic Tours. The Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa offers several shows nightly (usually 8:00 pm and 9:00 pm), weather permitting. While some of the big cruise companies offer Hawaiian cruises, your best bet is on a charter vessel or a small-ship cruise. The bay offers natural protection from the light pollution of nearby communities. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Those outside of New Zealand and the Polynesia will have been introduced to Māui through the Disney film Moana. Matariki literally translates to ‘the eyes of god’ (mata ariki) – a name that originates from one of the myths associated with Tāwhirimātea. Ask your host or hotel concierge for their local insight and favorite places. There are several tour operators on Maui, but Maui Stargazing is the most popular. Matariki is a word that is associated with two things: The mark of the Māori New Year and the constellation that gives the tradition its name (which, in the English language, is known as the Pleiades). Perseids Trivia. The most popular overlook on Haleakalā, this site on the western slopes has unobstructed views and virtually no light pollution. Māori ancestor Paikea journeyed into New Zealand on the back of a whale called Tohora. This means that the air quality in Volcanoes National Park is at its clearest in years. This is one of the best renowned Māori legends. On a clear night, the slopes of Mauna Loa are virtually empty. Although the gates close at 6 pm, it’s still possible to get an excellent view of the stars from its parking area. The people of Ngāti Tūwharetoa, an iwi (tribe) in the central North Island, have their own set of stories to explain the creation of the area’s famous mud pools, geysers, and volcanic plateaus. Along with providing a great view of Honolulu in general, it also provides an excellent view of the night sky. Mauna Kea: A Mars and Stars Photo Experience. Observe the most deep-sky objects through the largest portable telescope on Haleakala. Maui's climate provides virtually year-round viewing conditions made possible due to …