We are now at Base Camp. We have had our introductions, carried out safety procedures, crevasse rescues etc. We have to be very careful with the sun as it is extremely bright. There are 5 in the group plus 2 guides – Susan and Andy.
Thursday 20th
10.15pm - We left Punta having been given 3 previous times for departure (6.30, 9.30 and 4.00).
We then flew in an Ilyushin, with 48 on board plus a container behind. The flight lasted 4 hours and we landed at 2.30 am at Patriot Hills where there was bright sunshine. After touching down, the plane continued moving for approximately another 90 seconds on blue ice. The night came to a close with food and a sleep on proper beds!!
Friday 21st
8.00am - With just over four hours sleep we had breakfast then had a 55 minute flight in a twin otter to base camp. Base camp is fairly small at present, consisting of about 15 tents.
On Saturday 22nd we plan to head up to Camp 1.
We are currently on track and keeping to the itinerary.
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