A Summery of Day One!

After an hours drive to the start of our climb, we arrived at the base of Kilimanjaro. We signed yet another disclaimer had our packed lunch which was a bun and crisps yumm!  We then met with another group of South African rugby players. That brightened up a few faces! 

We were then introduced to our porters who will carry our bags for the next six days. We have Moses our chef, King Solomon a porter, Abraham and Florence our head local guides. They are all fantastic people and are looking after us beautifully.

We started our climb at 1pm today, it was steep through a fantastic rain forest, and we saw the small black monkeys jumping through the trees. It was all amazing!!

It’s not that hot, in fact it’s raining and we were all hoping for a sun tan! We made several comfort breaks today and all inhibitions no longer exist!  There have been moments of giddy laughter, lots of conversations and the bond is getting stronger. ‘Pole pole’ is the term most used which means ‘slowly slowly’. And that is what we have done today. We arrived at camp to see all the tents set up. Tea and popcorn was served in our fabulous restaurant style tent, we kid you not. We had dinner, loads more laughter, and then it was time for bed! 

Some of us have never slept in a tent before but regardless of that fact no one slept except Bernice who snored all night! We are either freezing cold or boiling hot. 

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With Love,

Team Chai Altitude Xx