Barry Dalal-Clayton & Sachin Dalal-Clayton 

Barry and Sachin are a father and son team who have been planning to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro since the autumn of 2008. They have spent a long time researching routes, equipment and trekking companies (operators/outfitters). That research led them to Team Kilimanjaro who they determined to be one of the most experienced, reputable and reasonably priced companies to climb with (Team Kilimanjaro – based in Arusha and the UK). They also are the inspiration behind possibly the most rewarding and spectacular way up Kilimanjaro, combining an approach across the Shira plateau via the Lemosho route as far as the Lava Tower,  and then an ascent via the spectacular Western Breach.

Barry basically found Team Kilimanjaro through his own research in where he came upon this great guide service whom he liked very much. The Trek, a 9-day ascent includes the last night spent camped in the crater. This trek was tailor-made by them, and for them, and now me as well.

For more on this father & son duo, log onto their website.

Bruno & Nathalie have recently joined the team to climb Kilimanjaro. They are both born in France, and had moved to Canada in 1996. Like myself, they have never been to Africa. And unlike myself but blessed, they have two marvelous kids (Floriane 11 and Lucas 8). Here is a photo that Bruno sent me set amongst the backdrop of the Rocky Mountains.

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Meet Marek from Vancouver, British Columbia. Marek is a strong climber and true adventure man. He hiked, he hiked hard, and with a very heavy pack full of camera equipment, often passing the group up to get a shot of us coming. Can't wait to see his work. Marek is a great guy and a pleasure to hike with.