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Join us for the recap of our visit to Hāna: it was an exciting sail, followed up by a local greeting where students and keiki welcomed Hōkūle‘a as she entered Hāna Bay Harbor.

Thousands give their aloha to Hōkūleʻa in Honolua, Maui, her first stop of the Mahalo Hawaiʻi sail.

We approach the equator on our voyage home, and I have had a chance to reflect back on our mission, the different cultures, and countries I have had the opportunity to see.

Sam ʻOhu Gon describes exploring the landscapes of Galapagos, observing new and familiar species, and reflects upon the tradition of Hawaiʻi ʻimiloa, far-sighted Hawaiians.

Crewmember ʻAulani Wilhelm narrates Hōkūleʻa's encounters with the strict protocols for entering the Galapagos without bringing invasive pests, plants, diseases or harmful baggage into the islands.

Crewmember Shawn Kanaʻiaupuni describes measures taken by the crew to mālama the Galapagos before entering the sensitive and vibrant island ecosystem.

Hōkūleʻa's visit to Panamá was chock full of activity spotlighting ocean and indigenous connections.

Crewmember ʻAulani Wilhelm describes sighting tiny Malpelo Island in the Malpelo Flora and Fauna Sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage.