WORDS by KERRY DE BRUYN | IMAGES by KERRY DE BRUYN PHOTOGRAPHY
I was going through my old photos this morning and I came across some of my favourites, my Kilimanjaro pictures. This was one trip I will never forget and would probably do again so that I can take better pictures! Although these pics aren’t the greatest technically I feel like they portray the feeling of being up there, watching the sun come through the clouds from the highest point in Africa. What an incredible feeling.
I thought I’d add a few tips for anyone who is considering climbing this beautiful mountain…
My top 5 things to bring with you:
- Waterproof clothes that are really waterproof: mine soaked up all the snow and rain – I was absolutely freezing!
- Energy bars: I couldn’t really eat anything for the last two days because of nausea from the altitude sickness. These were the only thing I could really stomach.
- Slops: When you’ve been walking in hiking boots for days, your feet will beg to be open and free around camp.
- A big floppy hat: As you get higher, the sun gets stronger and your face burns more easily. You’re also in the sun for most of the day at any point on the mountain.
- A journal: You’ll never want to forget exactly how you felt at every point on the mountain. I wrote in mine every night.
You can read more about my journey up Kilimanjaro here.
Here are a few pics to get you inspired…
Location: Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
Website: Kerry De Bruyn Photography
Images: Kerry De Bruyn Photography
