Stars Above Hawaii invites you to discover the night sky in true island style. Led by veteran astronomer Greg McCartney, each laser-guided tour blends state-of-the-art telescopes with ancient Polynesian star lore, letting you trac...
Greg stands out as the star of this experience, bringing genuine passion and deep knowledge about astronomy to every session. Reviewers consistently praise his engaging teaching style and ability to connect with different groups, from kids to international visitors. He skillfully blends science with Hawaiian navigation traditions, using a laser pointer to help everyone follow along as he guides viewers through constellations, planets, and deep-sky objects. The telescope views of Saturn's rings seem to be a particularly emotional highlight for many guests, with some calling it a life-changing sight. The experience feels intimate and educational, with Greg taking time to answer questions and relate celestial objects to where they'd appear in visitors' home skies. He uses both traditional telescopes and a smart telescope connected to an iPad, then shares the captured photos afterward. One practical note: parking can be challenging near the meeting spot, so plan extra time if you're not walking from a nearby hotel. Several guests mentioned this was their favorite activity during their entire Hawaii trip, which speaks volumes about the quality of the stargazing session.
This tour is a must for star lovers! So worth it. My friend who has never seen through a telescope had their mind blown! Greg went over the Polynesian navigation system and the mythology of the constellations in the sky. He was very knowledgeable and friendly!!! I’d definitely consider booking this tour again to see the sky shift throughout the year. We loved getting to go home with star pictures from our visit. Parking was an easy walk. The Stars Above Hawaii company was hospitable and communicative on how to find the meet-up location.
Jordan
January 14, 2026
This tour is a must for star lovers! So worth it. My friend who has never seen through a telescope had their mind blown! Greg went over the Polynesian navigation system and the mythology of the constellations in the sky. He was very knowledgeable and friendly!!! I’d definitely consider booking this tour again to see the sky shift throughout the year. We loved getting to go home with star pictures from our visit. Parking was an easy walk. The Stars Above Hawaii company was hospitable and communicative on how to find the meet-up location.
Jordan
January 14, 2026