Well, we’re all back in the UK now having had the most amazing and tiring experience of our lives.  Climbing Kilimanjaro was an experience I will personally never forget… the first day actually didn’t feel that bad I and think all of us were surprised as how ‘easy’ it felt.  As the days went on [...]

I hear the Rhino Maniacs should be back. Those I’ve spoken to are tired and bruised but really pleased with what they acheived and experienced. I’m sure that there will be updates from them all soon.

Rhinomaniacs say hi from Tanzania. Thanks everyone for supporting us – we have (just about) recovered from the walk and had an amazing couple of days at Mkomazi National Park – saw Rhinos & Painted Dogs and lots lot more – we have all been blown away by the amazing work being done for conservation [...]

Nick reports that as first ‘maniac’ to return thought I would prove everyone returned safe from Kili although definitely in need of a hot shower after 6 days camping! Thanks for everyones support. Really appreciated. No doubt many more photos and stories to come Nick

On the final evening camping they were all in bed by 7.30pm as they were shattered.  At 6.15am yesterday they were woken by the porters with a very small amount of water for “washy washy”.  At 6.40am while having breakfast (porridge, bread, fruit, egg & bacon)  Sarah decided to text me obviously not realising it was 4.40am [...]

I have heard that all the team managed to make it to Kibo 4700m, congratulations to them all! A big well done to Meg, Sarah, Dave and Nick as they made it to Gilmans Point on the summit! Michelle, Julie and Mark attempted the summit climb but had to turn back due to the altitude. [...]

I have had word from Kim that 4 of the team made it to Gilmans Point but not which 4. They are all back together now at Horombo Hut either sleeping or eating popcorn and will be making the final descent tomorrow!

Well I have heard from Michelle, she unfortunately was unable to reach the summit this morning. She did get up and try but was physically exhausted and started to get sick with headache. She still feels rough now. Michelle is happy with having reached 4700m and so she should be. Michelle isn’t sure if the [...]

Well I still haven’t heard anymore from any of the team since yesterday morning. However they should have walked accross the lunar desert of the saddle between Mawenzie and Kibo which, is very barren and probably the day I found most difficult when I attempted Kilimanjaro. They will camp at Kibo at the bottom of [...]

I heard from the team this morning. They were all set for a steep but short day today. They start at 3600m (11,800ft) and climb to Mawenzie Tarn at 4330m (14,200ft). It sounds like it is very hot and some aren’t liking walking in the heat but everyone is okay and doing well!