NewzVille Desk
Lt Cdr Dilna K & Lt Cdr Roopa A, recorded their names in the history by successfully crossing the Cape Horn located at the southern tip of South America, while sailing on the third leg of Navika Sagar Parikrama II expedition onboard INSV Tarini.
Both of them fearless as persistent rains, Sea State 5, winds of 75 kmph waves more than 5 metres coming their way incessantly.
This passage takes the sailors through the Drake Passage, a treacherous waterway known for its extreme winds, towering waves, & unpredictable weather. The conditions in this region test even the most experienced mariners, making their successful passage a significant achievement.
Drake Passage is named after the English explorer Sir Francis Drake who confirmed the existence of an open sea route south of South America.
Having braved these formidable waters, the officers have now earned themselves the esteemed title of being the “Cape Horners”, a designation traditionally given to the elite group of seafarers who have successfully navigated Cape Horn under sail.
Cape Horn is situated just over 800 kilometers (432 nautical miles) from Antarctica, making it one of the closest land points to the icy continent.
The journey through this region not only requires exceptional navigational expertise but also resilience to the harsh conditions characteristic of the Southern Ocean.
