The meals were really good (considering how they were heavily seasoned with salt and pepper) but after seven days I was eager for something different. I found it amusing how each porter had one or two bags of white bread tied on to their packs as they walked down the trail so it wouldn't be smashed. On the inka trail eggs were carried on the top of packs, but I never saw how eggs were protected in Kili.

I took Diamox but had zero issue with the altitude. I'd be curious to try without drugs next time and see what elevation it starts to hit me. I wouldn't say panting, but it did require harder breathing. I found getting Oxygen was much more difficult on the Inka Trail but I am also in much better shape these days.

Looking forward to climbing to Everest Base Camp this fall and seeing what extended periods at elevation do, undecided on drugs.

Thanks. Surprised you haven't tried that route yet, I was really pleased, Marunga didn't look very special, plus we got to see the scenery on the way out. Camping at the base of Mawenzi was very enjoyable.