HokuleaHōkūle'a Worldwide Voyage

Our Mission

Founded on a legacy of Pacific Ocean exploration, the Polynesian Voyaging Society seeks to perpetuate the art and science of traditional Polynesian voyaging and the spirit of exploration through experiential educational programs that inspire students and their communities to respect and care for themselves, each other, and their natural and cultural environments.

Hōkūle‘a Sailing for Moloka‘i. ©Monte Costa

Our Vision

Hawai‘i, our special island home, is a place where the land and sea are cared for, and people and communities are healthy and safe.

Our Guiding Values

Mālama: To care for
Aloha: To love
‘Imi ‘Ike: To seek knowledge
Lokomaika‘i: To share with each other
Na‘au Pono: To nurture a deep sense of justice
Olakino Maika‘i: To live healthy

Steering Paddle © Sam Low