The Grand Traverse is all about acclimatization. Today our trekkers ventured farther along the Shira Plateau, a four to five hour hike, starting in the heath zone and gradually ascending into the alpine desert zone, gaining a couple of thousand feet along the way.
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| The Shira Plateau with Kibo peak in the distance. It's a long way to go! |
It is important when climbing Kilimanjaro to go slowly and allow the body to create enough red blood cells to cope with the decreasing levels of oxygen. Today's hike is not particularly demanding as the terrain is relatively flat.
Cell phone reception is virtually non-existent in this area, but the guide carries a satellite phone for emergency use. As in times before constant communication was possible, we assume that no news is good news. This trek uses a relatively remote campsite situated near an old mountain hut, long-abandoned, called Moir Hut.
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| Moir Hut sits abandoned in a bowl under Lent Ridge. |
I realize I don't know why Moir Hut is there or who used it. Gary will no doubt have the story and be able to fill in the details.
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| The curious looking Moir Hut, nestled against a ridge marked with natural cave formations. |
Tomorrow we will feature more details about the project in Mufindi for which the group is raising funds. While the group is probably still feeling pretty fresh and strong, in a few more days the trek will start getting difficult and any donations received will be hugely motivating. We'll be keeping the group apprised of donations made during the trek as and when we are in communication. They have already had a pledge of $5,000 which is wonderful. As much as grand gestures are appreciated, every little bit helps. Donating is easy - just click on the "Donate Now" link in the side bar. Thanks for your support!
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