HĀ CRUISE

Māori & Polynesian workshops onboard for ALL homeschoolers

21–25 June 2027 • Four nights • Departing Brisbane, Australia

Celebrate Matariki, culture, creativity and whānau connection during a special home education experience at sea.

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Presented by Ataahua Art in partnership with Sail Away Holidays

A Cultural and Creative Experience at Sea

HĀ Cruise brings home education families together for four nights of cultural learning, creativity, movement, mindfulness and meaningful whānau connection.

The onboard programme will feature Māori and Polynesian workshops designed to be welcoming, interactive and suitable for homeschooling families. Families do not need any previous cultural knowledge or workshop experience to participate.

Homeschooling and home education families from Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand are welcome.

Life and Creativity at Sea

Explore our supplied cruise and workshop photographs and videos. These images show past experiences; the ship and itinerary for HĀ Cruise 2027 are still to be confirmed.

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Sunset over the ocean viewed from a cruise ship deck.
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Basket and natural fibres prepared for a weaving workshop.
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Mosaic column beside an indoor cruise ship pool.
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Indoor cruise ship pool surrounded by mosaic columns.
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Ocean mural beside an outdoor cruise ship deck.
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Beds and window inside a cruise ship cabin.
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Colourful mosaic artwork beside a cruise ship pool.
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Seating in a cruise ship lounge.
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Floor mats arranged in an ocean-view room.
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A selection of food served on a long platter.
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Open ocean viewed over a cruise ship railing.
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Striped loungers arranged on a cruise ship deck.
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Cruise ship deck overlooking the ocean under blue skies.
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A plated meal with fresh greens.
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Dessert served with cream.
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Colourful games in a cruise ship arcade.
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Lifejackets stored in racks onboard.
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Sushi selection at an onboard buffet.
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Colourful features in a cruise ship water play area.
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Feet resting in shallow pool water.
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Interior staircase and chandelier onboard a cruise ship.
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Welcome chalkboard displayed onboard.
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Craft materials arranged on an outdoor table by the ocean.
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A folded towel animal on a cabin bed.
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Cruise ship pool and surrounding deck viewed from above.
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Curved row of loungers on a cruise ship deck.
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Playing cards arranged on a table.
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Handmade poi with braided cords.
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Materials arranged for an art and craft workshop.
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Supplied Māori art and colouring sheets.
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Art supplies arranged beside the ocean.
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Decorated shells and colourful handmade art pieces.
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Māori and Polynesian Workshops Onboard

Our family-friendly programme brings culture, creativity, movement and shared learning to sea. Workshops are welcoming, interactive and open to all homeschooling families.

Whakawhanaungatanga, Whakapapa and Pepeha

Explore whakawhanaungatanga, whakapapa and family history. Learn the basics of pepeha and discover meaningful ways to recognise and connect with family members and the relationships around you.

Poi Workshop

Learn how to make your own poi, followed by an introduction to basic poi movements and a simple poi waiata.

A flower lei beside decorative woven green leaves.

Siva Dance and Lei-Making

Experience the joy of Pacific movement by learning introductory siva dance steps. Families will also have the opportunity to make their own lei.

Four adults seated on mats practising breathwork with hands resting on their chest and abdomen.

Hā Breathwork and Mindfulness

Pause, breathe and reconnect through gentle Hā breathwork and mindfulness by the ocean. This calming experience will be suitable for families and different levels of ability.

Ataahua Art portrait painting kits with brushes and individual paint pots.

Toi — Māori and Polynesian Art

Participate in creative Māori and Polynesian art team-building workshops designed to encourage cooperation, confidence, expression and whānau connection.

History of Aotearoa and the Pacific

Explore stories, people and important moments from the history of Aotearoa and the wider Pacific through an engaging, family-friendly workshop.

Carved wooden staffs and long-handled implements arranged on a blue mat outdoors.

Haka Workshop

Learn introductory haka movements, rhythm and expression in a supportive group environment while exploring the importance of unity, strength and collective participation.

All workshops are optional. Final times, age guidance and facilitator details will be published when the complete onboard programme is confirmed.

Cruise Information

  • Dates: 21–25 June 2027
  • Duration: Four nights
  • Departure: Brisbane, Australia
  • Audience: All homeschooling and home education families
  • Cultural programme: Coordinated by Ataahua Art
  • Cruise travel and cabin bookings: Managed by Sail Away Holidays
  • Ship and itinerary: To be confirmed

Cabins from $1,435

Cruise availability, cabin prices, itinerary and onboard programme details are subject to confirmation and may change.

HĀ Cruise information webinar on Sunday 20 September 2026, 5–6pm AEST, with ocean, cruise ship and family workshop photographs.

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Sunday 20 September 2026
5:00–6:00pm AEST

Meet the organisers, learn more about the proposed cultural workshops and cruise experience, and ask questions about travelling with your homeschooling whānau.

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Your HĀ Cruise Organisers

Ataahua Art

Ataahua Art will coordinate the cultural, creative, mindfulness and family team-building programme onboard.

Sail Away Holidays

Sail Away Holidays will manage cruise enquiries, cabin options, travel information and bookings.

Register Your Interest

HĀ Cruise is being planned for homeschooling families who would like to experience culture, creativity and whānau connection at sea. Register your interest to receive programme, pricing and booking updates.