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Founders climb Kilimanjaro
Simon and Joshua, founders of Excellent Development, have been talking about climbing Mt Kilimanjaro in Tanzania for some time, but eventually set themselves the challenge to reach the highest point in Africa in February 2006. They were joined by Joshua's son Musila and one of our Field Officers, Stephen.
 
Two views - Kilimanjaro from Moshi - and Uhuru Peak - the summit of Africa.
They climbed the Machame Route - otherwise known as the 'Whisky Route' due to its relative difficulty compared to the 'Coca Cola Route' from Marangu.
Machame is a popular route following steep paths through magnificent forests to gain a ridge leading through the moorland zones to the Shira Plateau. It then traverses beneath the glaciated precipices of the south face of Kibo providing superb views of the Southern Icefields. An extra day could be added to the itinerary, spent either on the Shira Plateau, where you could walk to the Shira Needles, or camping in the Karanga Valley. The final ascent is made very early in the morning from the Barafu Hut. The Mweka Route is used for the descent.
This is a strenuous walking trip but within the limits of a fit individual used to walking in mountain areas. Ski sticks or walking poles are useful when ascending the scree to the summit.
 
Pictured Left: Simon taking a rest - with Stephen to his right and Musila to his left.
Pictured Right: Joshua is contemplating the early morning steep climb on Day 4.
 
Pictured Left: View towards Mount Meru from Shira Camp
Pictured Right: Views of the mountain from Barranco Camp.
Listen to the daily commentaries by clicking links below:
Day One - 2 hours in - Stephen & Musila
Day One - 2 hours in - Simon
Day One - evening
Day Two - lunch
Day Two - evening
Day Three - morning
Day Three - lunch
Day Three - evening
Day Four - morning
Day Four - evening
Day Five - Uhuru Peak
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