Monday, July 29, 2024 

This morning breakfast lasted until lunchtime almost. Yes, we were talking about the climb to come, but with this amiable group discussions eventually turned into conversations and time flew by. 

The sun finally broke through the cloud deck, and we actually felt great wearing shorts out. This worked well for our equipment check, and I was pleasantly surprised that folks had what they needed to climb this mountain.

Following a late lunch, we met up with a couple Tanzanian friends, one of whom offered to drive some of the group into town for a little sightseeing.

All our mtn duffels have been packed and weighed, our packs loaded and we're ready to start climbing!

To the Machame Gate!!!

RMI Guide Brent Okita

Sunday, July 28, 2024 - 12:39 pm PT

At last the team is all together and ready to begin this extraordinary African adventure. As many people came in earlier they lost no time figuring out how to explore and learn more of this amazing country. Guided town walks were a big hit, as was a safari into our own nearby Arusha National Park.

Last night four of us were met by Emmanuel, the manager of Barking Zebra Tours, two of us enduring 24 hour straight push from Seattle.

Our last climber came in this afternoon, luggage in hand, so we're set for Day 1 of the trip.

Now, to catch up on some sleep and hope the jet lag keeps getting better. 

Talk tomorrow! 

RMI Guide Brent Okita