Zirk Botha has completed his transatlantic journey. The South African athlete completed the ocean crossing when he reached Buzios, Brazil on 27 February and then rowed onto the official end point of his voyage at the Rio de Janeiro yacht club in Cabo Frio on 28 February.
‘This is my arrival in Buzios, Brazil at 03:45 on 27 February (SA time) / 22:45 on 26 February (Brazilian time). This signalled the end of my 4000nm / 7200km transatlantic crossing from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro in 70 days / 10 weeks, since my departure on 19 December 2020,’ Botha posted on Facebook.
‘I celebrated with a much-appreciated burger and coke, from wonderful locals, and then spent Saturday resting and absorbing my experience, before going on to the official welcome in Cabo Frio, where I received a massive welcome.’
This is my arrival in Buzios, Brazil at 03:45 on 27 February (SA time) / 22:45 on 26 February (Brazilian time). This…
Posted by Zirk Botha – Live a Great Adventure on Saturday, 27 February 2021
Other rowers welcomed him and supporters cheered Botha on as he rowed into the port.
Take a look at the victorious moment.
What a day! Arriving in Cabo Frio! Incredible welcome from the Brazilians … more photos to follow!
Photo credit: Gonzalo ArselliPosted by Zirk Botha – Live a Great Adventure on Sunday, 28 February 2021
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Picture: Gonzalo Arselli
