The Chai-est point!

On our way to Kibo camp before summit night 

Well what a night!!! If you could have seen the panic packing for the summit climb you would not have believed it! Hand, foot warmers all over place, wooly hats, snack bars galore.  Last minute coffees and off we went. And yes we were all a bit apprehensive. 

It was cold but not freezing initially as we thought.  It was pitch black but the moon was full and there to guide us. It is a vertical walk up to the summit on a very slippery surface. You push small rocks down the mountain as you walk. 

We stopped at certain points to catch our breaths and have a snack, and anyone who was brave enough to 'use the facilities' did!

We left at just gone 11 to beat the rush. Seriously the world and its mother were heading to the summit. We were gone before the South African rugby players but they soon caught us up.

As we have said several times its been an emotional journey. We are immensely proud of ourselves for all summit attempts last night, being stripped of our home comforts including not washing since last Tuesday and toilet facilities, we will never complain again!

Tomorrow we make our descent down, approx 6 hours to the gate of the Park. We collect our certificates and head back to the hotel for what will be a major rush for the bathroom and a few alcoholic drinks at the bar!

We went up the mountain friends and are coming down  with strong and unforgettable bonds. We will hold onto our special memories of an amazing 10 days in aid of Chai Cancer Care. 

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With love,

Chai Altitude Xx

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