Kilimanjaro: Okita and Team Climb Lava Tower to reach Barranco Camp
Our day started in the cloud layer we were hoping to escape, but clear weather seemed imminent. An hour later we finally found sunshine. What was really cool today was that Ken was able to rejoin our team at Shira Camp last night after his health improved following a major GI problem.
The Shira Plateau we were ascending was far gentler on our legs and lungs than yesterday's climb. This was nice since we had a long way to go today. Our destination: Barranco Camp. But first we had to get past Lava Tower, 15,200'. The team climbed well on this terrain and by noon we were feasting on the sack lunches prepared by our kitchen staff. The descent into the Barranco Valley proved just as beautiful as I recall. We're hoping this cold mist at camp goes away with the coming evening so we can enjoy this beautiful camp. This might be my favorite.
Goodnight from Barranco Camp. The dinner bell is about to sound.
RMI Guide Brent Okita and Team
Comments (3)
Exciting to hear the group’s progress!
The summit is nearing!
Sending good vibes!
Posted by: Vish Subramanian on
Thank you, Brent, for your updates with pictures!! It is interesting and helpful to learn about the team’s journey!
Wishing everyone the very best for the rest of the hike!
Best wishes,
Suganthi
Posted by: Suganthi Subramanian on
Sounds like you are all doing good and glad that Ken was able to rejoin your group. Especially since I believe he is the man I am following. :). (I take it there aren’t two Kens in your group). Without internet connection, I only have your blog to see how things are going.
Once again, good luck and happy climbing.
Off to the summit you go…...
Cheers,
Barb
Posted by: Barbara Heck on