Cape Horn and Chilean Patagonia
Cape Horn is the southernmost headland of the Tierra del Fuego archipelago. It is located on the Hornos Island in the Southern Ocean. Back in the olden days it was a recognition of sailor skills if they successfully pass round Cape Horn. They used to have a tradition: after the first passage around Cape Horn sailors got the right to wear a copper earring, after the second — a silver one, and after the third — a golden one. Cape Horn's location is notorious for constant storms, heavy fog and very little amount of sunlight. They call it “sailors' Everest”-the one every sailor wants to conquer. In 2005 this legendary place was recognized as a natural world heritage and was acquired UNESCO protection.
There are 2 ways to pass Cape Horn — a western and an eastern. We'll choose one considering the weather.
We can not predict where exactly we will find ourselves on each day of our trip, but we can assure you that we have chosen the most beautiful spots of the region for this route. You will see pristine nature, Alberto de Agostini National Park, snowy mountain peaks, glaciers, quiet bays, waterfalls, rivers full of mussels — all this beauty will be there for you during 12 days of sailing with us.