Lessons from the Roof of Africa – Mt Kilimanjaro

At the Summit (Stella Point)

Mt Kilimanjaro—affectionately known as Kili—is the world’s tallest free-standing mountain, rising proudly from the Tanzanian plains. Tanzania itself is a stunning country with a tapestry of history and culture that’s well worth exploring. Kili tops out at a cool 5,895 metres above sea level, making it the highest peak I’ve ever attempted—so yes, some preparation (and maybe a little bravery) was definitely required.

This blog is my attempt to walk you through my journey of climbing and ultimately summiting Kili. But fair warning: no collection of words can truly capture what this mountain demands of you mentally, physically, and emotionally. Still, consider this your backstage pass to a beautiful, brutal, unforgettable adventure.

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Empower the Nature Explorer in you

By Husain Khambaty – Cape Schanck

One of the brilliant gifts this world gives us is the ability to explore the land. In today’s fast-paced and digitally dominated world, where screens have become our constant companions, it’s more important than ever to reconnect with the great outdoors. Hiking in nature is not just a leisurely activity; it’s a powerful tool for nurturing both mental and physical health, especially for today’s youth. I use this blog to capture and explore the myriad benefits of hiking in nature and why it should be at the top of every person’s to-do list.

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My Chadar Experience

Me and the Chadar

I’m back from the challenging yet most mesmerising and life-altering trek – the “CHADAR TREK“. This post is an attempt to capture my experience and some important life-lessons I was able to come back with. Let me start by admitting that any attempt at capturing this experience in words does not do enough justice to the experience one has in the Himalayas. They’re way too mesmerising.

“Chadar” is an indian translation for the word “Blanket” which in this context refers to a Blanket of Ice. I think I found my “zen” at 3060 meters in -30 degrees celsius. The moment I got back to the city I hated it all – the people, the traffic, the noise, the weather, the chaos, the complaints, just about everything. It just didn’t feel right – but well this is the reality I live in and here is where I have to be.

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