The prospect of at least seven hours trekking up to a height of 4600m had everyone apprehensive this morning as we departed camp. In the end, the day took its toll with most of us arriving into camp this evening some ten hours or so after departure. We reached our lunch stop at 3pm today and a height of 4400m, all of us exhausted, some ill and other wondering how much further can we go. After a group discussion, we split into two groups with the larger heading up to the Lava Tower whilst myself, Tasha, Rachael and Loraine went down by a more direct route. We were rewarded with the most amazing views of the Lava Tower and the peak itself as we descended, and although completely shattered, there's a steely resolve in all of us to see this challenge through.
Having climbed this mountain last year from the opposite side, I can say with complete authority that these first three days have been far tougher than last year. I just hope the height we've already climbed will set us up for the summit ascent itself in two days time.
Keep going guys! It will be so worth it. You are doing really great and just think you'll know that you've done it the hard way and not taken the easy option.
ReplyDeleteGood news today! Keep going all of you as it is your own personal challenge. We are all wishing you well here in "Blighty" where there is still plenty of oxygen left for your return!
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Good luck to all for the next 48 hours.
Alan C
Well done all of you. Sounds like an awesome experience. GO FOR IT
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Sounding more positive - come on - one step at a time keep going everyone! Love to you all but especially Steve!! Simon please look out for him for me. xx
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