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| A view from the top of Kilema Hill |
This morning we went to Kilema Hill. It represents Jesus being dragged up the hill and crucified at the top. Another epic climb with Margaret, her little boy Jordan and her nephew Daniel. It was well worth the climb and our legs are now as solid as steel from these hills!
At the top is a monument and the views are incredible. You can see for miles and miles and it was just a really peaceful place to sit and enjoy.
Again it is another hot day here and we needed to refuel, so we headed back to Marangu Mtoni for lunch. Everyone's favourite lunch seems to have become Chipsi Mayai which is basically a chip omelette! A taste sensation that you need to try!
After lunch it was time to head to the blacksmiths and the caves. The blacksmiths were interesting and they showed us how they make spears for the Masai Mara and explained the different spears and how they earn them.
As young boys they have to go out as a group to catch and kill a Lion. They have to bring the lion's head back to their village and this earns them the right to marry and the right to a bigger spear. I think this process could catch on in the UK - can't see why it wouldn't work!
We took a short walk through the village, which is pretty much like a rainforest. We were bombarded by the local children wanting their picture taking, which was sweet. As we were walking, the guide told us the story behind the caves.
These caves were almost like bunkers for the locals where they could hide out from the enemies. The watchman sits near the tiny entrance hole and shoots any passing enemies, while the families are deep down in the caves. We all got the opportunity to go down into the caves but the only one from Remit brave enough to go deep down into the full caves was Ryan!
I went in to the first part and through the first corridor, but you are literally on your knees and, being pretty claustrophobic, there was no way I was going any further! It's amazing to think how many people would live down here to protect themselves from the enemies. Another fascinating day and look in to the lives of Tanzanians.
A few of us hopped out the Dalla Dalla at Mama Mlay's for a final visit before heading off on safari tomorrow. Woooohooooo! I think
I speak for the whole team when I say we are extremely excited about this. With our cameras charged, Ngorogoro here we come!
We had our final supper at Chem Chem and had a toast to David, John and Dilly who have been fantastic hosts for the past 10 days, and to the Mamas who have looked after us incredibly, particularly Anna who has become our African Mother.
Kwerhari Chem Chem, Asante sana
Team Tanzania xxx
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