Uploaded July 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In the heart of the Pacific Ocean lies one of the greatest mysteries of human migration: the origins of the Polynesians. Scattered across thousands of islands—stretching from Hawaii to Easter Island and New Zealand—this seafaring people built thriving civilizations long before the age of GPS, maps, or compasses.
How did they navigate the vast Pacific? Where did they come from—Asia or South America?
Throughout the 20th century, explorers and scientists from around the world, including Eric de Bisschop, Francis Cowan, David Lewis, and James Siers, launched bold expeditions to uncover the truth. Driven by curiosity and courage, they braved the ocean in traditional vessels to trace the paths of ancient voyagers.
Documentary: Polynesian Odyssey
Direction: Olivier Comte
Production : Point du Jour
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In the heart of the Pacific Ocean lies one of the greatest mysteries of human migration: the origins of the Polynesians. Scattered across thousands of islands—stretching from Hawaii to Easter Island and New Zealand—this seafaring people built thriving civilizations long before the age of GPS, maps, or compasses.
How did they navigate the vast Pacific? Where did they come from—Asia or South America?
Throughout the 20th century, explorers and scientists from around the world, including Eric de Bisschop, Francis Cowan, David Lewis, and James Siers, launched bold expeditions to uncover the truth. Driven by curiosity and courage, they braved the ocean in traditional vessels to trace the paths of ancient voyagers.
Documentary: Polynesian Odyssey
Direction: Olivier Comte
Production : Point du Jour
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