Conquering Kilimanjaro Feature 6: The final ascent

The final ascent to the top of Mt. Kilimanjaro, is often the hardest part of the climb.

Climbers must gain about a kilometer in altitude, over steep terrain covered in jagged rocks, gravel, ice and snow.

Rockfalls are an ever present reminder of just how dangerous the Mountain can be.

CCTV’s Ramah Nyang takes up the story, from the desolate Barafu camp.