When are you going?
We fly out via Kenya on Sunday 5th August and
return on the 14th August. Eek! Only 3 weeks now.
How long will it
take?
We are spending eight days (seven nights) on the
mountain. Roughly seven and a half days is
spent ascending and the remaining time descending. The slow ascent allows time
to acclimatise to the high altitude.
How far will you walk
each day?
We will be spending anywhere between 4 and 7 hours walking each
day. However the summit day begins at 11pm and can last anywhere between 8-16
hours!
What route are you
taking?
We are using the Machame route which is also known as the ‘Whiskey’
route. This route is considered the most scenic ranging from rainforest, through
alpine desert to an ice capped summit. Although more demanding than some routes it
does include an extra day of acclimatisation so increases our likelihood of
reaching the summit.
Are you mad?
Yes, quite possibly! But if you don’t challenge yourself
from time to time life gets a bit dull!
Which charities are
you supporting?
I am fundraising
for Teenage Cancer Trust
“Teenage
Cancer Trust is the only UK charity dedicated to improving the quality of life
and chances of survival for young people with cancer aged between 13 and 24. We
build specialist units within NHS hospitals, bringing young people together to
be treated by teenage cancer experts in a place designed just for them.
They want every young person with cancer to have access to this specialist
support, no matter where they live.” Visit www.teenagecancertrust.org.uk to
find out more.
If
you would like to donate please visit my fundraising page at www.justgiving.co.uk/leanne-hillier
Dele
is fundraising for British Heart Foundation
“The British Heart Foundation is the nation’s heart charity, dedicated to
saving lives though pioneering research, patient care and vital information. We
rely on your donations of time and money to continue our life-saving work.
Because together we can beat heart disease. Visit bhf.org.uk to find out more.”
If you would like to donate please visit her fundraising page at: http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/team/AdeleSmith
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