Week in a life as a PORTER on mount Kilimanjaro

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  • čas přidán 8. 07. 2024
  • When you watch vlogs about climbing mount Kilimanjaro, bear in mind that the real heroes of this climb are the porters and the guides. I will give you a glimpse into the life of one porter and one guide on the mountain. What are their stories? Why do they do such an exhausting job? What are their dreams?
    LET'S ACCOMPLISH THEIR DREAMS TOGETHER AND HELP THE PORTERS ON MT.KILI
    WILLIAM
    Western Union:
    Id number 19911003257230000229; name WILLIAM ROGATH MUSHI, phone number +255699325684
    Address
    Bank account:
    Account number
    0152598729100.
    Swift code, CORUTZTZ. MOSHI, TANZANIA , P.O.BOX 26 TARAKEA , ID NUMBER 19911003257230000229.
    +255699325684
    ALEXEY
    PayPal:
    chriss.alex89@gmail.com
    Bank account:
    Bank code 047, Branch code 3012, Swift code EQBLTzTz
    Address EQUITYBNK TANZANIA LMT MOSHI BRANCH P. o Box 27 MOSHI NSSF BUILDING /UCHUMI COMPLEX GROUND FLOOR AGA KHAN ROAD
    Account no 3012111412885, ALEX MAHIMBO
    Time codes:
    00:00 Fundraising project for the porters
    1:15 Starting the climb at the Lemosho gate
    2:54 Meet the team
    4:32 William's routine
    5:25 Why work as a porter?
    7:00 What porters eat on mt. Kili
    9:54 How to become a guide on mount Kilimanjaro?
    11:30 Food on the mountain
    12:13 William's morning routine
    13:56 Not an easy job at all...
    15:05 How much do porters earn
    17:45 Skills required to be a guide
    21:28 Let's go to the summit
    24:26 What are their dreams?
    27:05 How to help & donate
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Komentáře • 456

  • @danbrown9085
    @danbrown9085 Před rokem +75

    Demanding work. Bright attitudes. Can't imagine making a living this way. Being underpaid is an understatement. Thank you for allowing us behind the scenes

    • @ElifromRussia
      @ElifromRussia  Před rokem +14

      🙏🏻🙏🏻

    • @rogink
      @rogink Před rokem +2

      Are they underpaid? I expect for most Tanzanians $10 a day is a good wage, especially in a remote area.

    • @Marie_My_Love
      @Marie_My_Love Před rokem +1

      Really enjoy your videos

    • @Tom-fo5ce
      @Tom-fo5ce Před rokem +3

      @@ElifromRussia A much better life than the civilian victims in Ukraine of rape and murder by Russian "soldiers"

    • @asadbusiness8285
      @asadbusiness8285 Před rokem +1

      @@ElifromRussia do you have discord

  • @howierfs5471
    @howierfs5471 Před rokem +11

    Eli, its not a phrase but I experienced that even those who have less are much more kind and would share their life and belongings rather those who have nearly everything and still trying to get more and more, but will never achieve the main goal of life to be satisfied and being gratefull of what you have.

  • @goldmaple5290
    @goldmaple5290 Před rokem +24

    Life is so unfair. $10 per day for carrying all the luggage and preparing meals. My gosh! Thanks Eli for this video and thank you for donating the proceeds of this video to these porters. God bless you Eli!

  • @This_World_Aint_For_The_Weak

    Hi Eli, you are the definition of kindness. I have been watching your videos for over two years now, so I think I kinda have an idea of who you are??! Anyways, I'm originally from Africa... and you are always and always welcome to Africa. God bless you, Eli!! We love seeing kind people like you!

    • @ElifromRussia
      @ElifromRussia  Před rokem +11

      🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

    • @narsakucanada154
      @narsakucanada154 Před rokem +2

      Hey all, I want to share a few experiences I've had.

    • @SachinSingh-gz7hd
      @SachinSingh-gz7hd Před rokem

      @@ElifromRussia I'm from india. Do you have any facebook account? If so, why what name?

    • @mr.riffian9507
      @mr.riffian9507 Před rokem +1

      I always thought AFRICA was a continent🤦‍♂️. BTw, I'm from Tangier, North Morocco, and I wish to visit your country africa one day. 😂😂😂

    • @SSITIA
      @SSITIA Před rokem

      ​@@mr.riffian9507 africa is a continent 😅

  • @gailcollins9331
    @gailcollins9331 Před 3 měsíci +2

    I can well imagine the porters were so grateful that you showed how vital they are but so underpayed. They are the most important people for the success of the hike to the summit but the most underpayed compared to how much each tourist pays. A video to make many of us grateful for what we have, thank you Eli. Gail, Czech Republic ❤️

  • @k.c.2918
    @k.c.2918 Před rokem +43

    Dear Eli, thank you so much for this heartworming vlog. You are a real humanitarian! Love to you and so much blessings and I wish you more power to continue your very much appreciated work. Greetings from Bremen in the North of Germany❤️

    • @ElifromRussia
      @ElifromRussia  Před rokem +7

      🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

    • @Tom-fo5ce
      @Tom-fo5ce Před rokem

      A humanitarian who loves Putin, thinks the war is a good thing for Russia to do and hates gay people

  • @chriswatchingponies9877
    @chriswatchingponies9877 Před rokem +21

    Beautiful, to put these people in the spotlight.
    You pretty much already did in the 1st Kilimanjaro video. This one is all about them.
    It may look like a vacation in a 30 min. video, but it takes a week to go up there.
    They're taking care of you in such a sweet way.
    Beautiful. And here's a little something from me to them.

  • @trevmacc
    @trevmacc Před rokem +39

    Great vlog Eli ,having lived in Central Africa for 15 years ,i seen the struggles and hardship these people live in but they are always kind , happy and always smiling ,thanks Eli for another great vlog

  • @annai6393
    @annai6393 Před rokem +54

    Thank you for making this video! I lived in Tanzania and was always amazed by the people's kindness. I was appalled when I heard my ex-pat friends not give good tips to their Safari drivers and guides. In fact, they live off tips, as their salaries are not much at all. We gave our driver over 100 dollars back in 2002. Others gave 10 dollars for 5 days of driving and taking care of them.
    Ugali is basically cornmeal porridge.
    My love of Tanzania and the Tanzanian people makes my heart ache to go back there and I hope one day I will be back in the country that gave me so much love. Truly a wonderful country and wonderful people.

    • @kalulutv3638
      @kalulutv3638 Před rokem +3

      Welcome back to Tanzania

    • @lifeiqbal7531
      @lifeiqbal7531 Před rokem +2

      butifull video ❤️❤️

    • @bboy1514
      @bboy1514 Před rokem +1

      Ur welcome

    • @787maggie
      @787maggie Před rokem

      What I will say is that you can't compare Western salaries with poorer countries.
      I was in Africa and in the beginning I was handing out tips all over.
      However after a while I saw that this was destabilizing and created a lot of jealousy in their communities.
      Ask any foreigner living there long-term. They are the best people to give advice. Tourists are definitely not

    • @annai6393
      @annai6393 Před rokem

      @@787maggie I was the "people" living there long-term.

  • @carolinelvsewe
    @carolinelvsewe Před rokem +35

    Eli, you are an amazing story teller!! What a great video!!!!

  • @marvinbush9330
    @marvinbush9330 Před rokem +18

    Eli, I don't know what I else I can say about you except that you are some kind of wonderful person. This vlog about the porters of your Kilimanjaro climb is so selfless and touching that it shows you to be one in a million. The world could do with a few more like you.

  • @keetykeetymeowmeow
    @keetykeetymeowmeow Před měsícem

    Michael is so, so sweet -- makes me want to cry. And Alex is amazing too. Thank you for spotlighting these hard-working, important people!

  • @shellykastler37
    @shellykastler37 Před rokem +7

    I climbed Kili in Feb 22. Thank you for this! My favorite porter quote: “why not?!” From the male porter talking about his female Co-worker. Perfect and so ahead of others! I met an All-female climbing crew and their female lead guide: they planned to summit on Intl Women’s Day! ❤

  • @tonyjackson6068
    @tonyjackson6068 Před rokem +7

    Thanks!

  • @josephhoward5076
    @josephhoward5076 Před rokem +8

    Awesome video! Thank you!

  • @ch3504
    @ch3504 Před rokem +4

    Eli you're a wonderful person but that such a wonderful thing that you're doing and that man has a heart of gold

  • @mikep.9371
    @mikep.9371 Před rokem +24

    Well edited and a pleasant surprise behind the scene video.
    You are quick to pick up others languages and interact not just using English.
    Compassion is part of your wonderful Soul Eli

    • @Tom-fo5ce
      @Tom-fo5ce Před rokem

      So compassionate she loves Putin, thinks the war is a good thing for Russia to do and hates gay people and makes excuses for the rape and murder of civilians in Ukraine

  • @tubalcain1039
    @tubalcain1039 Před rokem +7

    Nice video of Mt. Kilimanjaro, the tour guides and cuisine.

  • @larsstougaard7097
    @larsstougaard7097 Před rokem +8

    Bless all these hard working men, beautiful video

  • @imanhakim3213
    @imanhakim3213 Před rokem +14

    You are awesome Eli. Love from Indonesia and all the best for the porters of kilimanjaro

  • @futureethiopia7807
    @futureethiopia7807 Před rokem +7

    wow amazing the way you treat them incredible and full of heart

  • @gracesimplified3860
    @gracesimplified3860 Před rokem +7

    Thank you for sharing this side of climbing. Such an incredibly difficult job. What incredibly strong spirits the porters have.

  • @Terence.1
    @Terence.1 Před rokem +6

    Elina💕!
    Spread the love...
    Some things can never be denied

  • @Terence.1
    @Terence.1 Před rokem +13

    Elina, your ability to listen to and recognize people uplifts everyone. It's a beautiful gift you share. I want to protect you like this young man so eloquently expressed. I believe he spoke for so Many. ⚘ He couldn't have said more clearly what everyone is feeling/thinking 20:12

    • @Terence.1
      @Terence.1 Před rokem

      I am always praying for you Elina. You are an Angel on earth. Please be safe💕

  • @leepowell4819
    @leepowell4819 Před rokem +10

    Wow thank you for showing the true story of how tourist are able to make it to the top of Kilimanjaro. I truly have not seen any other video that give due credit to the porters and was surprised to see how everything is provided and prepared by the porters, and how comfortable and catered to the tourists are. really an eye opening video.

  • @GlobalSouth543
    @GlobalSouth543 Před rokem +8

    Very Good initiative. You have a very beautiful heart and mind. May Allah paak bless you and your all dreams come true

  • @mosesmusa6249
    @mosesmusa6249 Před rokem +3

    we thank God very much for you... may he empower and help you because you have seen something very big among us porters

  • @annai6393
    @annai6393 Před rokem +7

    Asante Sana all hard-working Tanzanians and Eli for this video.

  • @amywilkins
    @amywilkins Před rokem +6

    Unbelievable. Im so inspired

  • @TatjanaDimitrijevic
    @TatjanaDimitrijevic Před rokem +2

    Thanks! I am touched beyond words.
    After these life stories, I will laugh at my "problems"...
    I wish that every of this porter become a guide 💪💪💪
    Good luck people!
    Greatings from Serbian girl in Athens🥰

  • @harrydecker8731
    @harrydecker8731 Před rokem +10

    Terrific and heartfelt video, Eli! I continue to be impressed by the quality of your work, your congeniality, and the benevolence of your character.

  • @MelindaKucsera
    @MelindaKucsera Před rokem +2

    For the porters. Thank you for showing us their lives.

  • @annafromrussia
    @annafromrussia Před rokem +9

    Love from 😊❤❤❤

  • @peterkidiavai8278
    @peterkidiavai8278 Před rokem +2

    thank you Eli!! happy new year!!

  • @ringo1029384756
    @ringo1029384756 Před rokem +11

    Wow.. truly interesting, incredible and touching all at the same time.

  • @mr.shinesmysterychannel3046

    You were so kind to them! I'm sure they will never forget you.

  • @glockmaster77
    @glockmaster77 Před rokem +3

    Porters are the unsung heroes of mountaineering. Kudos to them all!

  • @spotweld
    @spotweld Před rokem +3

    you are such a gem of a person. 👍

  • @GlobalSouth543
    @GlobalSouth543 Před rokem +5

    I asked to every viewer who see this video, please press like and write something in the comment section also please please share it with your friends and family members. More to you press like more money will go to them. This is best human beings behaviour among each other. Clapping for Eli and his family.

  • @monicamoore4440
    @monicamoore4440 Před rokem +6

    And yet another Eli video that makes me want to cry! thank you, so moving.

    • @ElifromRussia
      @ElifromRussia  Před rokem +2

      🫶🏻🫶🏻

    • @Terence.1
      @Terence.1 Před rokem

      @@ElifromRussia always tears of joy for your kindness to others. You radiate love. You are beautiful through and through

  • @rajkumarido7710
    @rajkumarido7710 Před rokem +2

    Hi Eli, I am from Nepal, I have been watching all your videos, they are all very good and welcome to our Nepal! In this beautiful and peaceful country where the world's largest Mount Everest, the place where Buddha was born and many other castes, religions, cultural and religious heritages are there! We warmly welcome all people who want to visit our country Nepal!

  • @dianesaenger9412
    @dianesaenger9412 Před rokem +4

    Thanks

  • @mariansmith7694
    @mariansmith7694 Před rokem +4

    Thank you...

  • @kamilzieba7427
    @kamilzieba7427 Před rokem +3

    Loved this video! Incredible to see how these guys put in 100% into what they do, despite having an abundance of difficulties and hardships back home and in their personal lives. Awesome to see how much care, and love they put into making sure everyone has a safe and unforgetable experience.

  • @hzubovi1
    @hzubovi1 Před rokem +3

    Once again a great video, thank You Eli!

  • @fredb9219
    @fredb9219 Před rokem +4

    Wow!!! This must have been an amazing trip! God Bless you, you have a good heart and willing to help other people. Thank you.

  • @ashimkumarchatterjee9092

    WoW MINDBLOWING 👌 .
    Big Thanks to you wonderful Vlog Video. SALUTE Everyone Porter & Guide 🙏

  • @rakeshshingane6565
    @rakeshshingane6565 Před rokem +1

    Greetings from India...great Job Eli...you have a great soul nd sharp mind..thank you

  • @Tui_ui
    @Tui_ui Před rokem +4

    This vlog is soo kind and grateful, thank you Eli!

  • @LovetowatcH
    @LovetowatcH Před rokem

    Thanks for showing humanity

  • @debashisde1184
    @debashisde1184 Před rokem

    Helping these guides is very positive. International Friendship and Brotherhood is very important.

  • @chesterdegraff5836
    @chesterdegraff5836 Před rokem +4

    It's so cool you are amazing kiddo

  • @urbangrid
    @urbangrid Před rokem +2

    I enjoy your work, and thank you for opening yourself and revealing the struggles we all need to overcome. I love this piece.

  • @ChristopherSaindon
    @ChristopherSaindon Před rokem +6

    I ❤ your posts -- you kind and beautiful girl!!

  • @MT-fx6yf
    @MT-fx6yf Před rokem +6

    Wow! Thank you for this video! I can't believe they are paid 10$ a day, this is crazy!🤯

  • @alfredschmitz2926
    @alfredschmitz2926 Před rokem

    You´re so sincerely human and humble with these great guys. Thank you again for this great video.

  • @skywater8637
    @skywater8637 Před rokem

    I’ve shared this video to all my friends. The whole world need to know that a woman from Russia is showing the beauty of Africa. As a caucasian man from New York, I started watching your channel because you showed the real Russia and not what the media is showing us. To see Africa from a different angle is really beautiful. Thank you

  • @ashleymcintosh1604
    @ashleymcintosh1604 Před rokem +1

    Well done Eli..you have a big heart for sure.x

  • @tastiger91
    @tastiger91 Před rokem +5

    Very enlighting content.

  • @lememe7
    @lememe7 Před rokem +3

    🥰 It's really a wow for Eli and the Porters with this video. In my personal opinion, the quality of this film is almost reaching a documentary level like Discovery's work or those of some big organisation's. Thanks for showing us such another beautiful culture and living style through your journey. Many people from different places and cultures are really making efforts to enhance their spirit and vision. Best blessings to everyone who seizes the moment in their life ❤

  • @wilsonwizzo2483
    @wilsonwizzo2483 Před rokem +5

    you're fast Lena that's why you may speaking many languages
    you make me happy when you was count in swahili without any incorrect
    ( 1 moja,2 mbili,3 tatu)

  • @nieiniei
    @nieiniei Před rokem +1

    Eli thank you for your gentle and patient interview.

  • @bron-sconcess.10
    @bron-sconcess.10 Před rokem +2

    I loved this Video, Eli! Your skills, hard work an appreciation of life and others, grow more, each day. 💚🌿

  • @neftalib100
    @neftalib100 Před rokem +3

    This is the most beautiful adventure 👍

  • @Terence.1
    @Terence.1 Před rokem +2

    You are a great role model for young women Eli. In a superficial and cheap world, especially on social lmedia, you demonstrate how true beauty emanates from within. I can't express how much I appreciate that.
    This video is another excellent example of your intelligence and artistic talents. And what you have done for these hardworking and underappreciated people, I'm sure they will never forget. 💯. Somehow I never tire of praising you.

  • @MrGismo1984
    @MrGismo1984 Před rokem +1

    Absolutely breathtaking videos, which are in fact documentaries...Thank You very much Eli for Your work, feelings and gentle view of woman with russian soul...this was missing in my heart this hard times...

  • @sushi6608
    @sushi6608 Před 9 měsíci

    Thank you so much for capturing the Kilimanjaro employee experience.

  • @teena4rl211
    @teena4rl211 Před rokem +1

    Bravo to you, Eli, for this beautiful and moving video.

  • @phillipgreene2564
    @phillipgreene2564 Před rokem

    Well...
    You are such a kind
    and beautiful person.
    I thoroughly enjoy watching
    these views of the world
    and the warmth from the people you interview
    through your eyes
    and your thoughtful commentary.
    Wishing Peace and Joy
    in the new year.😊

  • @laichoy1549
    @laichoy1549 Před rokem

    Thank you for giving us an opportunity for watching this video. I was amazed their hardship and financial struggles.

  • @paulbajorinas2148
    @paulbajorinas2148 Před rokem +3

    Amazing people working hard lovely experience.....

  • @chrisdavis2040
    @chrisdavis2040 Před rokem

    What wonderful people they are, the porters and the guides

  • @hairyjohn5825
    @hairyjohn5825 Před rokem +5

    My gosh, that was amazing👍

  • @bitegoatie
    @bitegoatie Před rokem

    I put off watching for lack of time for a long video, but what a lovely one this is. Thank you for your kindness and for sharing your adventure. You have done very well once again at bringing a place and its people to life for us - a little window into a world not everyone gets to know.

  • @dustinkittel2830
    @dustinkittel2830 Před rokem

    Im looking forward to a trip in 2024. Thanks for the inspiration

  • @andjelaarsenijevic3091

    Such a great story. Thank you! ❤

  • @diabolicaldebbie
    @diabolicaldebbie Před rokem +1

    ELI, CONGRATULATIONS ON REACHING 400K SUBS!! 🍾🎉💕👏

  • @MaheshMahesh-gz9fv
    @MaheshMahesh-gz9fv Před rokem +1

    Blessed One Always Express Herself The Best. Documenting The Other Side Of The Life Of Mountaineer.

  • @nemeking9040
    @nemeking9040 Před rokem

    ELI you're too much, what an amazing person you're ELI.. Thank you so much for sharing your journey with us, I watch the whole video smiling.. We love you ELI.. Remain blessed and sound, MARRY CHRISTMAS..

  • @danielribariba7398
    @danielribariba7398 Před rokem

    Hi Eli, thanks for the Beautiful place, beautiful People and all those beautiful dreams... May God make all their dreams come true... Thank you for this

  • @bobfulthorpe8631
    @bobfulthorpe8631 Před rokem

    One of your best videos , you are a true humanitian and one of best vloggers out there.

  • @sarthakkgo
    @sarthakkgo Před rokem

    Very generous ..pure heart.

  • @kardinalcareokekylexy5738

    ThankYOU SO VERY MUCH FOR MAKING ME Think, Laugh and Cry❣ This was probably the most beautiful thing I'll ever see on youtube. ThankYOU FOR SHINING SO BRIGHT in dark uncertain world. 🌞 Wishing You Well and Successful. 🤟

  • @GDGAVHADE9432
    @GDGAVHADE9432 Před rokem

    Eli,hats off to you,for your mankind.such a nice person you are

  • @juanalejandrogc
    @juanalejandrogc Před rokem

    Good job Elina, i began to follow your channel when you had 150000 followers and now, more than double; and at these ccircumstances...the best for you is coming.

  • @sammayet9002
    @sammayet9002 Před rokem +2

    Splendid and awesome , good luck to your mission ❤❤❤❤

  • @thepricklypearsociety
    @thepricklypearsociety Před měsícem

    Since they mentioned Swahili, I sang Baba Yetu when I was in high school, in choir. It’s so beautiful, I cry when I hear it. A beautiful language.
    To add: earning $500 to go to college in America…it’s closer to $30,000 a year for anywhere here. Maybe at the least $10,000. I don’t know how anyone could go for less when they are from another country.

  • @boomie54
    @boomie54 Před rokem

    Eli, if the world were run by people like you, what a wonderful world it would be!

  • @pavelsmahel8000
    @pavelsmahel8000 Před rokem

    Hello Eli, Thank You for wonderful work You doing. We Love You, také care, be yourself, listen to your heart And soul 🧸❤️😇🙏🏻🍀

  • @annaelisavettavonnedozza9607

    That is not fair, they need to be tipped way more. They are amazing people. I really hope people can donate to them. Even just $5 to them, it’s a coffee to us-it’s 1/2 a day’s pay for them ❤

  • @robloch5
    @robloch5 Před rokem

    I love this... very well done and enjoyable... thank you beautiful Eli

  • @RobAllbanks
    @RobAllbanks Před rokem

    My hat goes off to you for all that work, you got my vote!

  • @bappreciated
    @bappreciated Před rokem +2

    You are an excellent blogger! As a nearly 80 year old that doesn’t travel much anymore really enjoy your videos. I was in Moscow about 15 years ago and recall having to wait for Putin’s motorcade while in traffic. My daughter-in-law is Russian.
    P.S> (I did a not very flattering song about Putin a few months ago under my original playlist.)

  • @adammaher2685
    @adammaher2685 Před rokem

    aweseome video Eli! keep up the amazing work!

  • @Jwsurvival
    @Jwsurvival Před rokem

    This is such a heart felt video.

  • @lynnc.5807
    @lynnc.5807 Před rokem +3

    What an interesting video! Thank you for showing the daily lives of the porters and guides.

  • @davids8859
    @davids8859 Před rokem

    Watched a few of your videos, they are very positive, genuinely inspiring and feel good

  • @vinod1704
    @vinod1704 Před rokem +1

    Started watching your Vlog recently. Loved it. Thank u

  • @fk.fatelekukemet7708
    @fk.fatelekukemet7708 Před rokem +1

    Just like the old days...some do the work for the enjoyment of the few.

  • @tjahjadialdo3012
    @tjahjadialdo3012 Před rokem

    I really enjoy your videos, I think you have a great gift of story telling.