We awoke at 5 am this morning and went up to the open deck. The sea was rough and wind was very strong. We saw land nearby, but barely because of the mist. During the night we had entered the Atlantic, and were now approaching the Hermite Islands. After an hour, our ship came into a narrow strait between Decet and Freycient Islands. We were in 25 km from Cape Horn. The Captain promised us yesterday a landing at Cape Horn if the weather was good enough. But in my opinion the weather was not good at all. I was worrying about it when the announcer called us for a 'Mandatory Zodiac Briefing'. At that moment we had already stopped and dropped anchor. We were in the harbor of Horn Island. The famous lighthouse was seen a mile from us.
This was our first experience in disembarkation with the zodiacs. The stairway moved up and down for a good meter because of the waves. The zodiacs did the same, but in the opposite direction. One moment it placed a meter below my feet, and few seconds later it was already at my breast. It was a little bit difficult to catch the right moment and step into the zodiac. But three crew members were helping us, and no one was lost.
Our zodiac moored along the black stones of the beach near the bottom of the long wooden stairs. After hiking a bit, we appeared at the flat top of a hill. There were only two objects here. To the left of us there was a lighthouse, and on the right - an albatross, a monument to ships, which were lost here. No trees, no bushes - only grass, surf sound and birds. And infinite ocean surface around.
Strange feelings are arising here inside you. It is unexplainable by words. There are few places all over the world with a strong mystical aura, perceived by anyone. Each of these places has it's own aura, and your feelings are vary in these different places. But anyone understands the power of the place very clearly. I am sure we already had visited at least one such place. It was in Himalayas, at Gange source. And now I felt such power again.
We examined a monument, visited a lighthouse and had bought some souvenirs in a shop. The seller told to us, that the world's edge - Fin del Mundo - is here. It was our third Fin del Mundo in the last 24 hours. I think this one was the true edge. Only an ocean and Antarctica waited us ahead.
The ability (of Kassandra) to tailor a guided trip to my exact preferences is very valuable to me, as well as the ability (of Kassandra) to provide expert guidance on destinations and travel dates. I also appreciate the ability of the backup staff (Maria Ignacio, Exito Travel) to coordinate all the details to make the travel logistics easy for the customer.
Mark Whalen
1 day ago
Our Costa Rica trip was amazing! Kassandra planned everything and the excursions, hotels, overall organization were outstanding. Everything worked out smoothly, the excursions guides were knowledgeable allowing us to see so much of the fauna and flora of the country. The hotels were great as well, all in fantastic locations and with beautiful views.
Danny
1 day ago
This is our 7th trip Kassandra has planned and she is wonderful to work with. She is responsive, helpful, patient and knowledgeable. We are so grateful to have the opportunity to work together with her. We love Adventure Life!
Aana Rivlin
2 days ago
Love Adventure Life, Mary is very experienced in the cruise department. Their post follow up after booking is great too.
Rita Shiver
2 days ago
Responsiveness and follow through along with staff being very personable.