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Polynesian Navigation Illuminated

Holau Vaka Taumako Association

Pacific Traditions Society with Kyle McDonald

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Taumako Island

We have lived on Taumako for over 2,700 years. Our island has an unbroken tradition of making inter-island voyages using a complex navigation system, sailing our large vessels called Te Puke. We are also known for building these sailing canoes for people across the Temotu region.