Day 7

Horombo Hut - Marangu (approx. 6 - 7 hrs trekking)

After breakfast we prepare for our descent back to Marangu Park Gate. This will be rapid and within 3½ hours we will reach Mandara Hut and after a further 3 hours and a brief lunch stop we reach the Park Gate and cross the finish line marking the end of the trek!

We then transfer to our hotel where we relax for the afternoon to rebalance and rest our aching limbs. Tonight we will toast our achievements and the incredible adventure with a special celebratory meal together.

Friday 10th September

This is what my latest text says....."The blonde is leaving the mountain, having been greeted at the bottom with a glass of champagne! What an experience! And this will come as a surprise...All in one piece!! My only visit to the doc was to treat the burn I got ironing my base layers the day I flew out"