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Hōkūle‘a, Hikianalia, and their crews were welcomed by the Mahina community in Tahiti.

Sister canoes are reunited, anticipating the final deep-sea leg of the Worldwide Voyage.

Crewmember Duane DeSoto takes the time and lack of distractions while sailing to reflect on life and family.

Crewmember Duane DeSoto feels privileged to be sailing on Hōkūleʻa alongside veteran sailors and with the support of his ʻohana back home.

As the leg nears its end in Tahiti, Crewmember ʻĀina Paikai reflects on all he has learned about navigation from Pwo Master Navigator Bruce Blankenfeld.

Crewmember Keoni Kuoha describes the crew's meaningful four day visit on Nuku Hiva and the community welcome that met them there.

Crewmember Keoni Kuoha describes the crew's significant sighting of Fatu Hiva, complete with whales, seabirds and a display of lightning.

Crewmember ʻĀina Paikai recounts the bountiful catch of fresh fish that has sustained the crew over the last few days on their way to the Marquesas.