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Kilimanjaro: Okita & Team Ascend to Shira Camp

Wednesday, July 31, 2024

The route to Shira Camp is interesting and beautiful. The sharp ascent out of camp wakes the body to the challenges ahead. The wonderful views of Mt Meru and the lowlands below us highlight the cool rock formations we need to climb and traverse to get to the Shira Plateau. The view of Kilimanjaro's summit with her sadly disappearing glaciers get closer and more evocative as we get higher and higher. The team is doing well as the camp staff do their best to fatten us up for the summit in a few days. At 12,500' we are getting our first taste of real altitude, and are tactics for dealing with it are working well. Tonight will be the first of a few chilly nights, but our bodies are gradually acclimating to it, as to mountain life in general. We're looking forward to a big day tomorrow. 15,200' will be an altitude record for many. Next: Barranco Camp! Good night!

RMI Guide Brent Okita


Comments (4)

So proud of you Myriam!  You got this!  Keep pushing and have fun!!!

Love Randy

Posted by: Randy Seay on

Way to go Kayla!  So excited to hear about your adventure when you return.

Posted by: Mike Byrnes on

Cheering you on from afar Alan! <3

Posted by: Brenda Cowe on

Go Carrie and Jeff!!!
Cannot wait to hear all about your experience!

Posted by: Sherry Kennedy on

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