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SHIRA 2 CAMP TO BARRANCO CAMP
Hiking Time: 8 hours, Total Distance: 15km
Starting Altitude: 3840m, Final Altitude: 3950m (via 4630m)
Habitat: Montane Semi-Desert
Today we turned east and continued to climb through very rocky terrain and a huge decent. One girl was sick and another had tears today, but overall everyone is doing well.
Lisa was on hand to give out hugs as people arrived at the Lava Tower (4630m) where we had lunch. The trek has now started to become more difficult, as the trail steepens. Lisa and I were quietly confident as we didn't feel too sick....yet!!
From the Lava Tower, we descended steeply for 2 hours down more than 600m into the Great Barranco Valley. This descent had fantastic views.
Barranco Camp was set on a col (flat area) enclosed on three sides by the Breach Walls, and the Kibo massif itself. This is definitely the toughest day so far, but incredibly beautiful.
SHIRA 2 CAMP TO BARRANCO CAMP
Hiking Time: 8 hours, Total Distance: 15km
Starting Altitude: 3840m, Final Altitude: 3950m (via 4630m)
Habitat: Montane Semi-Desert
Today we turned east and continued to climb through very rocky terrain and a huge decent. One girl was sick and another had tears today, but overall everyone is doing well.
Lisa was on hand to give out hugs as people arrived at the Lava Tower (4630m) where we had lunch. The trek has now started to become more difficult, as the trail steepens. Lisa and I were quietly confident as we didn't feel too sick....yet!!
From the Lava Tower, we descended steeply for 2 hours down more than 600m into the Great Barranco Valley. This descent had fantastic views.
Barranco Camp was set on a col (flat area) enclosed on three sides by the Breach Walls, and the Kibo massif itself. This is definitely the toughest day so far, but incredibly beautiful.
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