Volumes have been written about the voyages of Hokule'a. TV documentaries have been shown worldwide testifying to the seaworthiness of this remarkable double-hull canoe. Songs have been composed to praise its beauty and relevance in the hearts of the Hawaiian people.

Hokule'a, a pioneer in its own right, was conceived in 1974 following a visionary proposal by the Polynesian Voyaging Society. The proposal aimed to construct a replica of an ancient Polynesian voyaging canoe and embark on a round-trip voyage between Hawaii and Tahiti. The voyage's purpose was to delve into the depths of Polynesian non-instrument navigation. Since its inaugural, and remarkably successful voyage in 1976, Hokule'a and its crew of skilled navigators and sailors have traversed the Pacific Ocean on numerous occasions, leaving a trail of awe and wonder in their wake. 

The design of Hokule'a is based on pictorial reconstructions by the late Herbert Kawainui Kane, who was an authority on Polynesian voyaging canoes. His book "Voyagers" contains beautiful images illustrating voyaging canoes. Those illustrations have inspired some of the model canoes in this section. This album is primarily dedicated to the double-hull voyaging canoe Hokule'a.

Each scale model of Hokule'a is a testament to the meticulous craftsmanship and artistic prowess of the creator. These custom-made works of art are lovingly crafted with local woods in Hawaii. Available in sizes ranging from 12 to 36 inches, or 30.5 cm to 91.5 cm, these models are a visual delight. More pictures can be explored at Flickr.com, offering a closer look at the intricate details that make each model a true masterpiece.

The model's size influences the level of detailing, a major factor affecting the price. In other words, the cost of a 36-inch model is not the one of a 12-inch model multiplied by 3 !