Mount Kilimanjaro is a stunning peak, towering at 5,895 metres, and is the highest point in Africa. It’s also one of the Seven Summits, which are the highest peaks on each of the seven continents.
With that in mind, you’d need a ton of strength and determination to conquer it. Guess what? A Malaysian family did just that! And they might’ve even set a record while they were at it.
Yashodev Yash Ganasan is only 15 years old, but he might just be the youngest Malaysian to ever climb Mount Kilimanjaro. In January of this year, Yashodev’s family including his mom, dad, and uncle started their ascent up the mountain.
After eight grueling days of hiking, they finally made it to the top.
That’s quite an achievement, especially for someone as young as Yashodev. According to FMT, Yashodev’s mom said that their family loves to stay active.
From kayaking to caving and even joining the Spartan…