Kilimanjaro Expedition Dispatches
The Gopal Family Kilimanjaro Climb and Safari
Lemosho Traverse, August 7 – August 25, 2012
The Gopal Family is heading to the magical Mount Kilimanjaro!
Standing at 19,340ft/5895m, Mt. Kilimanjaro is the highest point in Africa and one of the 7 Summits. Come join the climb as our dispatches document their journey from the plains of Tanzania, through tropical rainforests and dry alpine deserts, to glacial artic conditions. The family will then embark on six action-packed days of Safari. This trip will offer the chance to explore Tarangire and Serengeti National Parks where Africa’s diverse wildlife will be enjoyed.
Climbers:
- Minni Gopal
- Ajei Gopal
- Prajit Gopal
- Rohit Gopal
- Tejashree Gopal
- Aasha Gopal
- Inder Gopal
Guides:
- Emmanuel Katembo
- Polight Mboma
- Herman Tesha
Chef:
- Yona Reuben
Waiter:
- John Kilugala
Dish washer:
- Otis Emmanuel
Tent Crew:
- Muddy Moley
Camp manager:
- Cornel Mtui
Kwaya master:
- Arnold Kilmaro
Toilet crew:
- Joel Richard
Latest News and Daily Dispatches:
- August 18, 2012 – Party time!
- August 16, 2012 – Gopal Family Reached the Summit of Kilimanjaro!
- August 15, 2012 – The Gopal Family Arrived at High Camp: Part II
- August 15, 2012 – The Gopal Family Arrived at High Camp: Part I
- August 13, 2012 – We’ve Reached 15,000 Feet at Lava Tower Camp
- August 12, 2012 – We Have Arrived At Moir Camp
- August 11, 2012 – Getting Into a Routine
- August 10, 2012 – The Gopal Family First Day on the Mountain
- August 10, 2012 – Off to the Mountain!
- August 9, 2012 – The Gopal Family Arrives!
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