#Hokulea British Columbia

Hōkūleʻa makes 4 additional stops in British Columbia

Since departing Prince Rupert, Hōkūleʻa and her crew have been sailing and making stops in various locations in British Columbia, including Hartley Bay, Klemtu, Bella Bella, and Hakai.

Hōkūleʻa prepares to depart Prince Rupert in Leg 5 journey of Pacific circumnavigation

The Polynesian voyaging canoe, Hōkūleʻa, is expected to depart Prince Rupert in British Columbia today, for a 12-hour sail to Hartley Bay. The Moananuiākea Voyage to circumnavigate the Pacific launched last month.  The 41,000 mile journey will take 42-months to complete, and includes stops in 46 countries and archipelagoes.

Hōkūleʻa stops in Prince Rupert, prepares for next leg through British Columbia

Hōkūleʻa arrived in Prince Rupert, British Columbia on July 14, where the crew was welcomed by chiefs and community members in full regalia.

Hōkūleʻa arrives in Haida Gwaii, British Columbia

Hōkūleʻa was warmly received by tribal leaders and community members upon her arrival at the Haida village of Old Masset (Gaw) in Haida Gwaii, British Columbia.