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In Mauritius, Reef Conservation has created underwater snorkeling trails to educate and engage tourists and residents to protect the surrounding reef ecosystems.

"The first few days of the voyage are difficult; I try to hide it, but I feel uneasy and unsteady. It takes a while to find my balance, but when it comes I know I can trust it."

At the end of their journey from Bali to Mauritius, Leg 14 crewmembers reflect on lessons learned while on board Hōkūleʻa.

Hawaii's voyaging canoe docks at Le Caudan Waterfront at Port Louis with warm island-style welcome from Outrigger Mauritius Beach Resort

Hōkūleʻa successfully arrives in Mauritius, a 3,000+ mile journey across the Indian Ocean.

Challenging weather conditions prevent Hōkūleʻa from sighting Mauritius.

Hōkūleʻa sights the island of Rodrigues, a way point en route to Mauritius.

Hōkūleʻa captain and master navigator Bruce Blankenfeld reports on sailing and weather conditions en route to Mauritius.

"We’ve become attuned to the subtle variations in our physical surroundings. Wind strength and direction cause the sea to become rougher, and call to us to change our sails."

"Today I share with you what today was like, a typical day on the canoe where every day is the same and yet completely different than the day before."