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| Al, Kim, Louise, Me & Guy - Lunch at the Northern Gate |
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| Black & White Colobus Monkey on the trail |
The transfer to the starting point of the Rongai route is quite a drive from Arusha. We spent about four hours in transfer by bus through a variety of local villages. My favorite was a higher Mountain village on market day. Women in brightly colored wraps carried huge bunches of green bananas on their head while they continued they're daily shopping. Amazing and beautifully vibrant as they bargained for their wears.
Our hiking group is comprised of five; three women and two men. Guy and Al (Alister) hale from the U.K.. Louise is from down under and Kim lives near San Francisco. Our pace was strong and we all seem to be fairly compatible on the trail. The test comes tomorrow as the terrain steepens and the day's hike is long.
We've bonded as a group very quickly and have enjoyed a lot of banter and joking. All indications are of a great start! Great food, good guides and an easy short day. Joshua leads the team with Frank & Richard as Assistant Guides. Godfrey prepares the meals while David serves us. We are full, happy and well hydrated.
Our entertainment has been learning new Swahili phrases. Mlo mwema and lala salama! (Bon appetite & sleep well!)
Love,
Donna
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Location:Sima Camp, Rongai Route, Tanzania
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