Hi there. We're having a great day on Kilimanjaro. The weather is perfect and everyone is doing great. We went up to the Lava Tower (elev. 14,900') and now we're dropping down to camp (12,800').
Here's a pic from the trail!
RMI Guide Seth Waterfall
On The Map
Hello from Shira! We're all in camp and we're relaxing. It was nice and sunny for most of the day which was a pleasant change from yesterday.
It was actually one of the nicer days I've had on this mountain. Usually there is some point in the day that's uncomfortable temperature-wise. Today there was none of that. It was nice and warm in the morning and then as we got higher the clouds came in and out and that kept us from getting too hot.
We had excellent views of Mt. Meru (15,180') and even got a few glimpses of Kilimanjaro's summit.
We all made it into camp in time for lunch and now we're spending the afternoon chilling out in camp.
RMI Guide Seth Waterfall
On The Map
Another once-in-a-lifetime experience! Excited for all!
Posted by: Frances on 8/9/2013 at 8:04 am
What a site to see. mark it looks like you are wearing a white hat. take care love mom
Posted by: cornelia miller on 8/9/2013 at 7:44 am
Well the story of the day was the weather. When we woke up this morning at the hotel it was raining. That didn't seem to bum anyone out too bad though and we were all packed and headed to the gate in good time.
Once we drove up to the gate the rain had turned to mist but we geared up anyway. That turned out to be a good idea since it rained off and on for the first two hours.
As we pressed on the cloud thinned and dried out. We were able to pull off the rain-wear well before camp and even dry out a bit.
The mist has returned but we are all in camp getting ready for dinner. Our tents are dry and we have a really nice dining tent to hang out in. All in all it was a fine day to start a Kilimanjaro climb.
This is a shot of some of the team getting a lesson on the chemical toilet.
RMI Guide Seth Waterfall
On The Map
rain never stopped someone from Seattle glad you are starting the climb
Posted by: cornelia miller on 8/8/2013 at 7:48 pm
Posted by: Seth Waterfall
Categories: Expedition Dispatches Kilimanjaro
Jambo! This is Seth checking in from the Dik Dik Hotel. Today was our packing day. We started with a team meeting over a leisurely breakfast and then went into a gear check. It was really fun getting to know each other. Everyone is totally enthusiastic.
While we were going over our stuff the guys from the Dik Dik were packing the food and gear. Our big 4x4 Mercedes Unimog is loaded up and ready to go.
First thing after breakfast tomorrow we'll load the last of the gear and head out to the park entrance. Then our climb begins!
RMI Guide Seth Waterfall
Good luck, Mark, and group—will be following your climb.
Posted by: Mary Ann on 8/8/2013 at 9:41 am
Got your message this am. What a way to celbrate mary Frances birthday. Showed her the message. They say going down is the hardest but know you can do it. Sounds like you have had great weather. Love Mom
Posted by: cornelia miller on 8/11/2013 at 8:08 am
finally figured out the map and the pink dot. Sounds like a great hike. When do you reach snow? Got Mary Ann’s e-mail Thanks Love Mom
Posted by: cornelia miller on 8/10/2013 at 9:33 am
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