Those sherpas put off good vibrations , even through a screen.. They are some valient , courageous, goodhearted folks. They even risk their lives for greedy bad folks. Genuinly good folks. Our creators dont make em any better. May they be blessed always.
Western climbers: “I climbed to the top of Everest, I’m the greatest!”. Sherpa: walks to summit next to him carrying an entire campground plus a cappuccino machine “yep,looks same as the last 10 times”.
@@danielhoutman4350 Even people born in high altitude suffer from the lack of oxygen and harsh conditions. The human body adapts only so much. There's studies on this. It is far from being an easy task for them. I hate people justifying how the sherpas are being treated bc "they are born to climb". It is not true, they aren't machines. They are human beings
Sherpas need to form a union and impose their own conditions on the climb organizers. They are in a strong position to do so. Nobody else can do their job.
I AGREE 100%..If the sherpas refused to accept the unacceptable pay...climbers would never stand a chance!! The sherpas literally do everything for these people!! It was a real eye opener!!
So basically, every mountaineer is assigned a "baby sitter", eeer a sherpa. And the sherpas have scaled the mountain ahead of time for them so they can ascend safely from base camp to the summit. This documentary change my point of view 360°. Much respect to the sherpas. They help fulfill dreams.
Only Everest because it has a “death zone” . No mountaineering as a whole dosent contain nor do they need sherpas . Mountaineers are experts on mountains . Not just sherpas . And not every person that climbs Everest uses sherpas Either.
The sherpa did all the home works for all the climbers otherwise they will never pass the class. I would not feel good knowing I didn't pass the test because someone else had solved my math problem. LOL
In the end norbu talks about how the expeditioners go back home and become famous for conquering mount everest yet they never mention the hard work of the sherpas that made it possible. The makers of the documentary didnt translate that and ended it by talking about yaks. I think it was a very important point and should've not been ignored.
Yes, these are the real heroes. I'm glad the Sherpas are finally getting recognition for building all the camps, setting all the ropes, and carrying all the supplies for other people as well as themselves.
And at least one with a TV camera! Reminds me of watching steep skiing films as a kid and being impressed the skier could get down a steep section, and my dad said, “be impressed with the guy who already skiied it with a TV camera so he can watch the hotdog come down.”
What’s worse is they treat these sherpas like their personal bit*hes. Like the ones in this video that left all their tents and belongings behind for these sherpas who are already carrying a huge load to take. I would just leave their stuff where it is. If they don’t want to be responsible with their own lives why should anyone else care for them.
I'm not sure how to feel about Everest tourism. On the one hand it is a huge economic benefit to Nepal, on the other many Sherpas have lost their lives. One thing I'm sure of though is the Sherpas are absolutely incredible. What an inspiration for what people can achieve.
I couldn't agree more! They are working so hard and risking their life for under $3000! That isn't even 10% of $40,000 being charged for the trip and they are the ones doing the most!
Then be prepared to pay more for the trip. There are many costs involved besides salaries. You pay the wage scale relative to the country, and there, apparently, $3,000 is the equivalent of at least $30,000 in the U.S.. Think of paying $5,000 for a short cruise, and how much of that goes to pay the crew, then think of the food and drink and cost and organizational expertise of operating the ship.
The average salary in Nepal is around 8,000 USD a year or 667 a month. The sherpas are being paid 5,000 USD for 2 months or 2,500 a month by the expedition. I presume the Nepal government also pays for work outside of that time. They may also get tips from the individual climbers. As I understand it, much of the time on Everest is spent waiting for the weather to be favourable for climbing. I'm not passing comment on whether it's enough, just comparing to the country's average.
I never imagined in my wildest dreams that the sherpas do just about everything for the climbers.Carry ladders, guide ropes, tents, oxygen bottles, food, kerocene set up tents, and that is just the start of it. All the climbers have to do is turn up and climb.
If Sherpa's carried your food and gear, and set up your camp and lay fixed ropes for you... You didn't climb the mountIn, the Sherpa did, you were just carried along for the ride...
“No oxygen, because that’s the true spirit.” Insane!!! The Sherpas are the greatest and they’re so kind hearted and respectful. Speaking about Gianni, “he was a member & friend” but they don’t talk about his selfishness. These A’hole westerners risk the sherpa’s lives. Mingma, Dendi & the others are lucky to be alive. GOD BLESS THEM & THEIR FAMILIES!!!
… and this A’hole ended up dying on Mount Everest. I had the same thought when I heard him “yeah bro that’s the true spirit”. He didn’t respect the mountain, god took him out
That's like riding a motorcycle without a helmet, "true spirit bro". Ofcourse all riding without a helmet don't t die, but the line between courage and stupidity is blurry in these situations.
So much respect for these Sherpas. I had no idea they go ahead setting up everything before the climbers get there. I thought the climbers did it all. And the wife of the one sherpa, when he left for 2 months, her emotion and expressions, made me tear up. She really loves her husband.
@@Nisie23 oh yeah because climbing Mount Everest and everything that is involved is very relevant to the common westerner. The average person has more pressing matters to worry about in their day to day. This documentary is brand new info to most of the world asshole. Get off your high and might horse.
49:20 Finally a climbing documentary about REAL climbers and not about the ones who are escorted up a mountain. They don't carry their supplies or setup their own routes, ropes, tents and their water, food, oxygen everything is handed to them on a golden platter.
A remarkable documentary. I'm not particularly interested in this modern era of Everest with 1000 people at base camp, but such a documentary with the Sherpa's front and centre would never have been made 30 years ago. Thanks for uploading!
There are a few old documentaries that focus on sherpas. And they get the respect deserved, when have you ever heard something bad said about a sherpa ? They have one of the best reputations of humans out of all the races the Nepalese are super human, Hitler would be jealous af
Mad respect for the Sherpas and for the mountain itself. Watching a documentary like this made me think of how the world is changing its view of other tourist attractions such as the confinement of animals in zoos for our own entertainment/satisfaction/enjoyment, yet we expect the Sherpas to lay their lives on the line for the exact same reasons. Humanity at its worst.
In the last part, the voiceover/interpretation missed this part by one of the Sherpa. He said all the hardships/difficulties done by Sherpas are not recognized by these Western clients when they go back to their home country and share their experiences summiting the Everest. Its mainly ignored. A lot was said in Nepali/Sherpa language that were not fully translated. Nonetheless, a great documentary!!
I think I’ve watched this documentary at least ten times. It was so well put together, giving praise to the real mountaineers of Everest,( Chomolungma ). It’s always sad to see the passing of anyone and it looked like Gianni was well liked and loved by the Sherpa and fellow western climbers. I know it’s cliche but he knew the risks of climbing as he was a very accomplished climber. I’d like to see an update on some of the Sherpas highlighted in this documentary, especially Long Dorge. He has such a gentle heart and is so humble! I pray he was able to retire and help his daughters achieve their goals. Again, thank you to the great people that put this together.
I think I’ve watched this video over ten times and I never get tired of it. The Sherpa are such humble people, ever watching over the westerners keeping them safe. I think I tear up every time I watch Long Dorje Sherpa explain why he didn’t receive a proper education. It would be a true honor to meet him. Although I’ve never climbed higher than 14,000 feet, I know the work and true grit to conquer a mountain. I think I’ve mentioned before but I would LOVE to travel to base camp to just take in the whole experience of helping a westerner reach the top of the world. I still feel the adrenaline rush of climbing and reaching the apex of a beautiful mountain! I am fortunate to live in Colorado, born and raised on my family’s cattle ranch. I’m a retired federal law enforcement officer that took a beating, physically and mentally, and I really think my artificial knees and crushed disks in the lumbar area would restrict me drastically as I’m still awaiting surgery. Who knows, y’all might see me at base camp someday! I truly thank the people who made this video. I don’t think there’s an end to learning about these humble yet strong people!
I’m so emotional right now. Thank you for the documentary, it was very educational. Sherpas and ice doctors are so brave 😢 They need to get paid so much more. They’re risking their lives for these foreigners to “climb” yet they aren’t carrying the heavy loads.
I would think they would be paid more frankly speaking. This father of two daughters will earn twice as much as a teacher in Kathmandu in a month but he will leave home for two months and noone can ever be sure he'll make it back.
Please! Please,pay these brave men well . They work so hard to make your vision come true. They are risking their lives for you. Pay therm well! Be generous and be kind.
If the expedition management doesn't want to pay, it could be a resposibility of each climber to pay a service fee to his/her/their Sherpa. If they can afford to go to Everest, they can pay 20-25% of Sherpa's salary as a tip.
imo these sherpas should be just as well known and renowned as those famous climbers. Without these men none of this would be possible. I was so happy to see the sherpa men negotiating their prices and even then i felt it was waaaaaay too little for all that they do. Its truly remarkable.
Also I've always wondered how and when the ladders and ropes end up where they're needed - I mean I assumed it was the sherpas, but it's hard to believe after 7-10 documentary films and tv shows I've seen about Everest, this is the first time I've seen the sherpas actually placing the ladders and carrying them up. Westerners climbing Everest still have a difficult task ahead of them, but where the heck would they be if the sherpas hadn't forged ahead and set up this infrastructure first??
yea when the climbing season starts, they go ahead, they pave the way along. Otherwise imagine you trying to hook the rope somewhere and trying to climb in the middle of mountain
I can't help but wonder why they have to keep bringing in so many new ladders every year for a climbing season. Surely if the expeditions have to pack out the other things they took up the mountain they would also have to collect the ladders from the icefall. It seems like these same expedition companies that are there year after year would be able to stash reusable hard items such as ladders close by. Yet every video I've seen they are using new ladders every year. It seems like somebody should open a business very close to the basecamp and rent good equipment so it doesn't have to be packed in so far, year after year.
@@ecleveland1 My guess is that because the glaciers are moving, there is so much change that they may not be retrievable and it's simply safer to bring new ladders as you find your new routes.
And the pampered western mountaineers, the fake heroes masquerading as real, if I may add. The Sherpa must be given their well deserved but ignored reputation ever since May 29, 1953 when Hillary supposedly "conquered Everest".
I will never be able to understand how one can be obsessed in accomplishing an ascent to a great mountain pampered in that way. A shame, which contrasts enormously with the heroism of the Sherpas
well, it's still VERY difficult. No, not as difficult as other mountains, i know., but still very difficult. But yes they should be highly grateful to the sherpas.
They have no choice. All tourist climbers have to go through expedition companies who have to hire sherpas in order to get a climbing permit. It’s basically a way to create jobs.
After watching this I am truly humbled by the Sherpas. They have made a living on one of the most dangerous and difficult places on the planet. God bless them
I've never once attempted everest. I have no desire to. But I have been to Nepal and did take part in a paid expedition around the region. Got to meet sherpas. They are the nicest people I've ever come across, and I genuinely feel respect for them. It's a shame how they get exploited. And it's one of the many reasons I'll never pay to climb everest. Or even climb everest in general. I understand it is a sacred mountain. It's not meant for my feet to tread upon it
Amazing video beautifully narrated and spectacular views. My respects to everyone but especially to the Sherpas; they ARE the true Heroes of Mt Everest. It is immensely sad but they take the job as guides to feed and educate their families. I gasp at the 5 ladders put together (I won't climb one) and the Sherpa carrying 12 Oxygen bottles deserved a medal and more money. Camp 4 at 7900 is deadly. I love to see Mt Everest but on videos and pictures is just fine with me. Long Dorje at 42 years old, I hope he has retired well he has had a rough life. Loved Mrs. Pasang Tiki (Dorje's wife) as I like gardening. Wonderful documentary. RIP Gianni Goltz 57.43 and all those whose life has been claimed by the majestic Mt. Everest.
If it weren’t for these documentaries, I wouldn’t know about the Sherpas and the hard work that they do for the mountaineers. They truly are the real heroes here, yet it is hardly mentioned.
I have watched this numerous times. It amazes me at the strength, determination, and work ethic of the Sherpas. I'm terrified of heights, so there's no chance I'd ever even try a trek to base camp, but I'd love to travel to Nepal to immerse myself among these fine people.
I'm watching in year 2021. Can't stop my tears from falling. Hoping i could climb everest too. This documentary is awesome. RIP to all climbers who died trying. Hats off to the unsung heroes, the Sherpa.
If these Nepalese families weren't so poor nobody would summit any of these peaks. Glad to see a documentary showing people what it really takes to summit. (Sherpas)
Climbers say, " well are WE supposed to carry our sleeping bags, oh let's just leave them for the sherpas." Unbelievable lazy jerks! Holy cow I can't believe how hard the sherpas work. 😵 Johnny tries to be a big shot and puts his Sherpa in such danger.
Yes, among other crazy choices that are made in pursuit of cramming as many summits into a climbing season as possible. The Sagarmatha National Park or the wider Nepal gov't at some point has to put its foot down to account for some of these practices. Possibly a substantial permit fee addition when opting to summit without O2, this could be set to statistically cover the cost of the risk imposed, for body disposal or injuries sustained. This may provide a compensation for those injured when attempting to help a hurting non-O2 climber. Climbers could just agree to ban the practice altogether as it seems to be a small minority of those who think it some accomplishment to purposefully destroy one's body within a zone that is uninhabitable by humans. Whatever the solution... something to organize this madness that is hurting innocent people, often the Sherpa people.
@@abes3925 Yes, likely the limiting factor, the revenue. Here's to hoping something gets people motivated to limit or organize before overcrowding or disorganization reaches such a critical point that it affects the revenue. Crazy situation.
Excellent documentary. Sherpa is the true hero ! Summit Mount Everest without oxygen is extremely dangerous. Because the body's reaction in the death zone is unpredictable. It also risking lives of companions and Sheba guides.
1:32:26 translate not done correct... the guy is saying foreigners say sherpa are very good but when they return to their respective country they get fame but they forget sherpas . Whole video is documented great.
One of the few physically demanding jobs in the world. Sherpas are definitely the TRUE heroes and deserve all the credit, prayers and more pay. Wonder, without Tenzing Sherpa whether Edmund Hillary would have reached the Everest summit in 1953!
All the millionaires acting like they have achieved something after summiting with help of sherpas when this guys are doing it 20, 30 times so that they can earn some bucks to feed their family ! What a pathetic system we have! They are too damn under appreciated or under paid🙏
$37 an hour? I make $25 an hour and don’t ever have to worry about risking my life unless it’s driving back and forth to work. These guys should be making way more than that.
The strength of these Sherpas is absolutely incredible. They should be getting paid way more. My mind has changed completely about people who have climbed Everest.
I plan to attempt a everest summit in 5 years time and one thing I refuse to do is allow my guide to undercut the value of the Sherpas guiding us. If they ask for 50 they deserve 100. No questions asked. The whole concept of haggling with the people who LITERALLY risk their lives to help u do something they've all done up to a dozen times is absolutely ridiculous and disrespectful and I'd be embarrassed to be apart of an expedition willing to do that.
Friends of mine have done it, and i told the wealthiest of them to pay double, which wouldn't have even been noticeable to him. And he never even heard that, from the looks of things. Next we see him photographed sitting in a whole pride of tigers. Such are the conquests ...
Its beautifull .. and you can really test yourself on other mountains .. and become a very good hiker and runner .. and be fit .. lots of climbers are not .. thats why they need slaves
You can tip them directly whatever you want. Tipping is expected I believe but some of these cheap a$$holes have had the audacity to tip them like $2-3 dollars a bag
If those are my parents, damn I would be so proud that my father has reach the peak of Mt. Everest 13 times. OMG! Also the Sherpa that was carrying 42 kilos of oxygen up to camp 4. OMG OMG OMG OMG!!!
I would have loved to see the reaction of Long Dorje's wife when he got home. Plus it was really irritating seeing that expedition leader haggling with the Sherpas about their pay. Just pay what they're asking for!
The Sherpas make so many trips between camps! So much pressure on them to appear strong and provide the momentum to get their clients up to the summit. They work through pain. The poor Sherpas have to return to the scene of previous disasters where they lost friends. Sherpas are incredible.
Sherpas' effort hardly ever get mentioned on climber's blog. Also imagine the feeling of Sherpas family when a Sherpa said "I am going up to the mountain for few days......"
These incredible men deserve a yearly six figure salary, plus huge life insurance policies for their families in the event. The fact that they risk their lives putting together these camps and other things so inconsiderate climbers can scratch off Everest from their bucket list is extraordinary. Heroes? Yes, but they truly are gods among men.
Was very emotional the whole time. Imagine they want to quit their job but still needs to continue being a sherpas to feed their family . Very inspiring and sad at the same time 🥺
Without these Sherpas there will be no such expeditions,, shame on You Swiss Climbers and you Dare to bargain,, you particularly pays peanuts for Human Life,,, Salute to Nepalese Dare Brave Sherpas,
Wow. I met a lot of Nepalis in Malaysia and they are very soft spoken people. I would want to travel in Kathmandu and admire the mountain from the ground. Sherpas deserve much more compensation. Respect. Thanks for this video. 🙏🏼
They are a very hard working group of people. In fact, many Nepalis are hard working and has always been .... Their hard work always comes not just physically but mentally too as well. The strength they possess is incomparable.
I just realized that there are people called "Sherpas" and no one can climb Everest without their help. I'm happy that they are being recognized for all the hard work they do.
Sherpas are the real heros, powerful human beings.. I am proud of their hard-work 🙏 god bless them .. thanks for the creator of this video who shot the entire video along with sherpas, he is a true gentleman for narrating and showing us the truth behind sherpas lives👍.. good documentary 👍
A sherpas life is worth so much more than 5000 dollars. Not only that but only paying someone 5 grand to make sure you don't die is also a way low number. I love climbing but knowing this I now have a different view of climbing these mountains. The sherpas were always my heros even before I knew the level of difficulty they face on the mountain.
Finally recognition for the Sherpas 👏👏. Without sherpas nobody would ever summit. Just to put into perspective. The Best climbers in the world are the equivalent of a new young inexperienced training Sherpa.
All I have to say good job to the sherpas and great documentary . Those guys are a heros and also sacrify their lifes, and a big condolences to Johnny´s family for their lost.
Amen for the sherpas...they are the real mountaineers...they sacrifice their lives to help save and assist others...our hearts go out to the brave sherpas of the mountains....
J'ai une admiration sans borne pour les Sherpas. Ce sont les vrais héros des expéditions Himalayennes. Sans eux, aucuns n'auraient même pas franchi la cascade de de glace, alors le sommet peut être en rêve
The Sherpa are amazing people. They are able to capitalize on thousands of years of their bodies adapting to the living conditions at higher altitudes. I saw another video where three different Sherpas took turns carrying a huge wooden crate that weighed 120 kilos over 7 kilometers of very difficult terrain. One of the foreign expedition members decided to give it a try. He was a 9-time all-American gymnast in superb shape and could only manage to carry it 10 meters over easy flat ground. I'm glad to see the Sherpas getting the attention they deserve in this video.
I love seeing the Sherpa negotiating. I hope they are even better at this, years later, and demand more given the work they put in the danger they take. Yes, they are wealthier than all Nepalese, but they are serving mostly Westerners. THAT should be the standard, not the poverty of their people.
Great strong people are the sherpas I salute them. Without them i.dont think a lot of westerners would not be able to have braggIng rights to the great everest. Once moreo salute you grea strong brave men
What a documentary it’s mind blowing i was very emotional 😭 while watching ❤️❤️❤️
Oww what a lovely thing to say 👍🏻
I agree excellent photography and need to also know about them as well the photographers!☄️💥🔥🌦🌊
Me too
Those sherpas put off good vibrations , even through a screen.. They are some valient , courageous, goodhearted folks. They even risk their lives for greedy bad folks. Genuinly good folks.
Our creators dont make em any better. May they be blessed always.
This is different, it’s bout the real heroes
The Sherpas are definitely the real heros of Everest. I don't think they get paid enough. Massive respect for each one!
Great Fu*king comment I totally agree 💯
You are right..
Agree but that's with every country and industry, like people who work on oil rigs and in mines
Only up to $5,000 per Sherpa
Western climbers: “I climbed to the top of Everest, I’m the greatest!”. Sherpa: walks to summit next to him carrying an entire campground plus a cappuccino machine “yep,looks same as the last 10 times”.
Sherpa in a soft low volume voice to himself:this is MY PLACE !!!!!!
Well they do live in high elevations so they should be able too...
They are basically spoon fed the summit. Not saying its not an amazing accomplishment but wtf. These sherpas are just amazing
@@jasonurban3597 I totally agree! It's really mind blowing. The sherpas set everything up for them each one is assigned wow
@@danielhoutman4350 Even people born in high altitude suffer from the lack of oxygen and harsh conditions. The human body adapts only so much. There's studies on this. It is far from being an easy task for them. I hate people justifying how the sherpas are being treated bc "they are born to climb". It is not true, they aren't machines. They are human beings
Sherpas need to form a union and impose their own conditions on the climb organizers. They are in a strong position to do so. Nobody else can do their job.
I agree with you, fellow Texan. 👍
Agreed.
Absolutely agree
I agree !! They really are in the position to set the prices and negotiate if they want to
I AGREE 100%..If the sherpas refused to accept the unacceptable pay...climbers would never stand a chance!! The sherpas literally do everything for these people!! It was a real eye opener!!
So basically, every mountaineer is assigned a "baby sitter", eeer a sherpa. And the sherpas have scaled the mountain ahead of time for them so they can ascend safely from base camp to the summit. This documentary change my point of view 360°. Much respect to the sherpas. They help fulfill dreams.
Only everst.
Only Everest because it has a “death zone” . No mountaineering as a whole dosent contain nor do they need sherpas . Mountaineers are experts on mountains . Not just sherpas . And not every person that climbs Everest uses sherpas Either.
Agreed
The sherpa did all the home works for all the climbers otherwise they will never pass the class. I would not feel good knowing I didn't pass the test because someone else had solved my math problem. LOL
I think you mean 180 ☺️
In the end norbu talks about how the expeditioners go back home and become famous for conquering mount everest yet they never mention the hard work of the sherpas that made it possible. The makers of the documentary didnt translate that and ended it by talking about yaks. I think it was a very important point and should've not been ignored.
damn right, as a nepali i understood everything norbu said and the translator ignored what he said completely. smh
What did he said
@@sidmanandhar8311 I’d love it if you’d translate, I agree with you 100%.
even if they dont mention the hard worker sherpas, we know, it is obvious. we have nothing but respect for all those man and woman
Great point
Yes, these are the real heroes. I'm glad the Sherpas are finally getting recognition for building all the camps, setting all the ropes, and carrying all the supplies for other people as well as themselves.
And at least one with a TV camera! Reminds me of watching steep skiing films as a kid and being impressed the skier could get down a steep section, and my dad said, “be impressed with the guy who already skiied it with a TV camera so he can watch the hotdog come down.”
Really? All the ones I've seen highlighted sherpas
They are not getting the recognition they deserve. This doc was made by a sherpa who
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What’s worse is they treat these sherpas like their personal bit*hes. Like the ones in this video that left all their tents and belongings behind for these sherpas who are already carrying a huge load to take. I would just leave their stuff where it is. If they don’t want to be responsible with their own lives why should anyone else care for them.
Anyone notice the guy at 11:12
You guys use the ladder, I'm good...
The Sherpas are the only reason these climbers can make it. Imagine hauling your own equipment. Sherpas are the heroes.
The mountaineers barely deserve any glory when it’s the sherpas doing all the hard work. All the mountaineer has to do is survive.
Sherpas are a mix of Nanny and Guide to the tourists.
I'm not sure how to feel about Everest tourism. On the one hand it is a huge economic benefit to Nepal, on the other many Sherpas have lost their lives. One thing I'm sure of though is the Sherpas are absolutely incredible. What an inspiration for what people can achieve.
Finally a climbing documentary about REAL climbers. Not about the ones who are escorted up a mountain.
I believe the Sherpa's should get paid much better for all they do. Thank you wonderful documentary.
I couldn't agree more! They are working so hard and risking their life for under $3000! That isn't even 10% of $40,000 being charged for the trip and they are the ones doing the most!
@@michellemahar9030 I concur. May God keep them safe. Let us all hope one day they'll get paid what they really worth it.
Then be prepared to pay more for the trip. There are many costs involved besides salaries. You pay the wage scale relative to the country, and there, apparently, $3,000 is the equivalent of at least $30,000 in the U.S.. Think of paying $5,000 for a short cruise, and how much of that goes to pay the crew, then think of the food and drink and cost and organizational expertise of operating the ship.
The average salary in Nepal is around 8,000 USD a year or 667 a month. The sherpas are being paid 5,000 USD for 2 months or 2,500 a month by the expedition. I presume the Nepal government also pays for work outside of that time. They may also get tips from the individual climbers.
As I understand it, much of the time on Everest is spent waiting for the weather to be favourable for climbing.
I'm not passing comment on whether it's enough, just comparing to the country's average.
@@chrisbaker8014 ----- Thanks for that data. I don't have the statistics, but I think most deaths on 8,000m peaks are due to [bad] weather.
I never imagined in my wildest dreams that the sherpas do just about everything for the climbers.Carry ladders, guide ropes, tents, oxygen bottles, food, kerocene set up tents, and that is just the start of it. All the climbers have to do is turn up and climb.
If Sherpa's carried your food and gear, and set up your camp and lay fixed ropes for you... You didn't climb the mountIn, the Sherpa did, you were just carried along for the ride...
“No oxygen, because that’s the true spirit.” Insane!!!
The Sherpas are the greatest and they’re so kind hearted and respectful. Speaking about Gianni, “he was a member & friend” but they don’t talk about his selfishness.
These A’hole westerners risk the sherpa’s lives. Mingma, Dendi & the others are lucky to be alive. GOD BLESS THEM & THEIR FAMILIES!!!
… and this A’hole ended up dying on Mount Everest.
I had the same thought when I heard him “yeah bro that’s the true spirit”. He didn’t respect the mountain, god took him out
That's like riding a motorcycle without a helmet, "true spirit bro".
Ofcourse all riding without a helmet don't t die, but the line between courage and stupidity is blurry in these situations.
Wouldn't the true spirit be to carry your own sh*t...you know, like the Sherpas?
Sherpa are humble. They are there so sahib can gain vain glory
the message to all climbers is that mountains are not a place for arrogant people
So much respect for these Sherpas. I had no idea they go ahead setting up everything before the climbers get there. I thought the climbers did it all. And the wife of the one sherpa, when he left for 2 months, her emotion and expressions, made me tear up. She really loves her husband.
@Lost World yes, the love his daughters have towords him when he came to say goodbye
You had no idea it was the sherpas? What rock have you been living under??
@@Nisie23 oh yeah because climbing Mount Everest and everything that is involved is very relevant to the common westerner. The average person has more pressing matters to worry about in their day to day. This documentary is brand new info to most of the world asshole. Get off your high and might horse.
49:20 Finally a climbing documentary about REAL climbers and not about the ones who are escorted up a mountain. They don't carry their supplies or setup their own routes, ropes, tents and their water, food, oxygen everything is handed to them on a golden platter.
A remarkable documentary. I'm not particularly interested in this modern era of Everest with 1000 people at base camp, but such a documentary with the Sherpa's front and centre would never have been made 30 years ago. Thanks for uploading!
There are a few old documentaries that focus on sherpas. And they get the respect deserved, when have you ever heard something bad said about a sherpa ? They have one of the best reputations of humans out of all the races the Nepalese are super human, Hitler would be jealous af
@@JOHNTOPG Hitler? Don't you mean Mao.
@@dellingson4833 no Mao wasn't obsessed with the superior race, learn history !!!
Would’ve darn near been impossible. Very respectable people!
Most of the climbers are almost oblivious to the fact that sherpas do most of their job in the background.
$5,500 dollars?!? What?! Now im mad. They deserve way more
They need to get paid much more!!!
Agreed! This is pathetic for all they do. All the preparation of camps, heavy loads, risking their lives!
here in America football, baseball and basketball players get paid millions to play with ball half of the year.
Mad respect for the Sherpas and for the mountain itself. Watching a documentary like this made me think of how the world is changing its view of other tourist attractions such as the confinement of animals in zoos for our own entertainment/satisfaction/enjoyment, yet we expect the Sherpas to lay their lives on the line for the exact same reasons.
Humanity at its worst.
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In the last part, the voiceover/interpretation missed this part by one of the Sherpa. He said all the hardships/difficulties done by Sherpas are not recognized by these Western clients when they go back to their home country and share their experiences summiting the Everest. Its mainly ignored.
A lot was said in Nepali/Sherpa language that were not fully translated. Nonetheless, a great documentary!!
I think I’ve watched this documentary at least ten times. It was so well put together, giving praise to the real mountaineers of Everest,( Chomolungma ).
It’s always sad to see the passing of anyone and it looked like Gianni was well liked and loved by the Sherpa and fellow western climbers. I know it’s cliche but he knew the risks of climbing as he was a very accomplished climber.
I’d like to see an update on some of the Sherpas highlighted in this documentary, especially Long Dorge. He has such a gentle heart and is so humble! I pray he was able to retire and help his daughters achieve their goals.
Again, thank you to the great people that put this together.
I think I’ve watched this video over ten times and I never get tired of it. The Sherpa are such humble people, ever watching over the westerners keeping them safe. I think I tear up every time I watch Long Dorje Sherpa explain why he didn’t receive a proper education. It would be a true honor to meet him. Although I’ve never climbed higher than 14,000 feet, I know the work and true grit to conquer a mountain. I think I’ve mentioned before but I would LOVE to travel to base camp to just take in the whole experience of helping a westerner reach the top of the world. I still feel the adrenaline rush of climbing and reaching the apex of a beautiful mountain! I am fortunate to live in Colorado, born and raised on my family’s cattle ranch. I’m a retired federal law enforcement officer that took a beating, physically and mentally, and I really think my artificial knees and crushed disks in the lumbar area would restrict me drastically as I’m still awaiting surgery. Who knows, y’all might see me at base camp someday!
I truly thank the people who made this video. I don’t think there’s an end to learning about these humble yet strong people!
Sad…you think anyone is reading that?
Yes I am 😺😀😁😄😂😊🎉.
"If the Sherpas, tell me it's a No go. Then I'm taking their word for it."
I’m so emotional right now. Thank you for the documentary, it was very educational. Sherpas and ice doctors are so brave 😢 They need to get paid so much more. They’re risking their lives for these foreigners to “climb” yet they aren’t carrying the heavy loads.
You understand class society now ? ...
I would think they would be paid more frankly speaking. This father of two daughters will earn twice as much as a teacher in Kathmandu in a month but he will leave home for two months and noone can ever be sure he'll make it back.
These people are amazing. None of theSe foreigners would ever make it up the mountain without the Sherpas strength helping them along.
U kiddin🤣🤣🤣 it's only f labour..who the hell climb
Who pick your fruits
Coffee picker be payed more too
That's exactly what I said I said all these people take Taking credit and all their stories about going to Mount Everest is it what about the Sherpas
Some might make it up, but even fewer would make it back down. Even with sherpas, plenty of people summit but never come back.
well, some would, because some have climbed more difficult mountains without sherpas.
@Regualos Bong Proper mountaineer. True mountaineer.
Please! Please,pay these brave men well . They work so hard to make your vision come true. They are risking their lives for you. Pay therm well! Be generous and be kind.
One guy said a single expedition pays enough to feed his family for a year
If the expedition management doesn't want to pay, it could be a resposibility of each climber to pay a service fee to his/her/their Sherpa. If they can afford to go to Everest, they can pay 20-25% of Sherpa's salary as a tip.
imo these sherpas should be just as well known and renowned as those famous climbers. Without these men none of this would be possible.
I was so happy to see the sherpa men negotiating their prices and even then i felt it was waaaaaay too little for all that they do. Its truly remarkable.
Another level of HUMAN strength. Called the SHERPAS. We should manage their job, in proper way, for the long leave for them and they FAMILY. Thank you
Also I've always wondered how and when the ladders and ropes end up where they're needed - I mean I assumed it was the sherpas, but it's hard to believe after 7-10 documentary films and tv shows I've seen about Everest, this is the first time I've seen the sherpas actually placing the ladders and carrying them up. Westerners climbing Everest still have a difficult task ahead of them, but where the heck would they be if the sherpas hadn't forged ahead and set up this infrastructure first??
yea when the climbing season starts, they go ahead, they pave the way along. Otherwise imagine you trying to hook the rope somewhere and trying to climb in the middle of mountain
I can't help but wonder why they have to keep bringing in so many new ladders every year for a climbing season. Surely if the expeditions have to pack out the other things they took up the mountain they would also have to collect the ladders from the icefall. It seems like these same expedition companies that are there year after year would be able to stash reusable hard items such as ladders close by. Yet every video I've seen they are using new ladders every year. It seems like somebody should open a business very close to the basecamp and rent good equipment so it doesn't have to be packed in so far, year after year.
@@ecleveland1 My guess is that because the glaciers are moving, there is so much change that they may not be retrievable and it's simply safer to bring new ladders as you find your new routes.
Without Sherpa they cannot climb. Period.
@@susanfontaine5214 and are Dead
Wow. Mad respect to the the Sherpa's. The real heroes.
And the pampered western mountaineers, the fake heroes masquerading as real, if I may add.
The Sherpa must be given their well deserved but ignored reputation ever since May 29, 1953 when Hillary supposedly "conquered Everest".
I will never be able to understand how one can be obsessed in accomplishing an ascent to a great mountain pampered in that way. A shame, which contrasts enormously with the heroism of the Sherpas
Oh please
well, it's still VERY difficult. No, not as difficult as other mountains, i know., but still very difficult. But yes they should be highly grateful to the sherpas.
I respect Sherpas. I respect montaniers.
They have no choice. All tourist climbers have to go through expedition companies who have to hire sherpas in order to get a climbing permit. It’s basically a way to create jobs.
Like olympic limits .. climbers should pass a standarised test . And yes you should be able to run 21k under 1.10 and carry 40kg for 5km etc ...
After watching this I am truly humbled by the Sherpas. They have made a living on one of the most dangerous and difficult places on the planet. God bless them
Beatyful film. I cried when the buried Gianni
I've never once attempted everest. I have no desire to. But I have been to Nepal and did take part in a paid expedition around the region. Got to meet sherpas. They are the nicest people I've ever come across, and I genuinely feel respect for them. It's a shame how they get exploited. And it's one of the many reasons I'll never pay to climb everest. Or even climb everest in general. I understand it is a sacred mountain. It's not meant for my feet to tread upon it
Amazing video beautifully narrated and spectacular views. My respects to everyone but especially to the Sherpas; they ARE the true Heroes of Mt Everest. It is immensely sad but they take the job as guides to feed and educate their families. I gasp at the 5 ladders put together (I won't climb one) and the Sherpa carrying 12 Oxygen bottles deserved a medal and more money. Camp 4 at 7900 is deadly. I love to see Mt Everest but on videos and pictures is just fine with me. Long Dorje at 42 years old, I hope he has retired well he has had a rough life. Loved Mrs. Pasang Tiki (Dorje's wife) as I like gardening. Wonderful documentary. RIP Gianni Goltz 57.43 and all those whose life has been claimed by the majestic Mt. Everest.
If it weren’t for these documentaries, I wouldn’t know about the Sherpas and the hard work that they do for the mountaineers.
They truly are the real heroes here, yet it is hardly mentioned.
I have watched this numerous times. It amazes me at the strength, determination, and work ethic of the Sherpas.
I'm terrified of heights, so there's no chance I'd ever even try a trek to base camp, but I'd love to travel to Nepal to immerse myself among these fine people.
Agreed! I just want to learn more and immerse in their culture. Such beautiful souls, I’m sure j could learn alot from them and their life beliefs. ❤️
You can make the base camp trek easily, there is no place to fall over. Even 80 yo grannies riding donkeys can be seen along the way.
I'm watching in year 2021. Can't stop my tears from falling. Hoping i could climb everest too. This documentary is awesome. RIP to all climbers who died trying. Hats off to the unsung heroes, the Sherpa.
If these Nepalese families weren't so poor nobody would summit any of these peaks.
Glad to see a documentary showing people what it really takes to summit. (Sherpas)
Climbers say, " well are WE supposed to carry our sleeping bags, oh let's just leave them for the sherpas." Unbelievable lazy jerks! Holy cow I can't believe how hard the sherpas work. 😵 Johnny tries to be a big shot and puts his Sherpa in such danger.
Yes.
@@wmnoffaith1 yes that's true. I have noticed that too. 🤔
Well it’s because they’re being paid and the clients are paying. Your brain is broken
@@eeeeee9000 yes and thats not there fault at all.
@@eeeeee9000 and carrying additional weight wasn’t part of the deal.
Great respect to sherpas. Men of steel.
There are Sherpa woman climbers now.
Huge respect to all Sherpas. Zero respect to people who think it's ok to try to summit without oxygen. It's selfish and careless.
i still cant believe his sherpa dragged him through the hillary step!!!
Not to mention suicidal.
Yes, among other crazy choices that are made in pursuit of cramming as many summits into a climbing season as possible. The Sagarmatha National Park or the wider Nepal gov't at some point has to put its foot down to account for some of these practices. Possibly a substantial permit fee addition when opting to summit without O2, this could be set to statistically cover the cost of the risk imposed, for body disposal or injuries sustained. This may provide a compensation for those injured when attempting to help a hurting non-O2 climber. Climbers could just agree to ban the practice altogether as it seems to be a small minority of those who think it some accomplishment to purposefully destroy one's body within a zone that is uninhabitable by humans. Whatever the solution... something to organize this madness that is hurting innocent people, often the Sherpa people.
@@ryanotte6737 they won’t because the amount of revenue they get from all the tourism.
@@abes3925 Yes, likely the limiting factor, the revenue. Here's to hoping something gets people motivated to limit or organize before overcrowding or disorganization reaches such a critical point that it affects the revenue. Crazy situation.
Excellent documentary. Sherpa is the true hero !
Summit Mount Everest without oxygen is extremely dangerous. Because the body's reaction in the death zone is unpredictable. It also risking lives of companions and Sheba guides.
Long live ”Sherpas" around the world, God bless the hard work and effort they do.
1:32:26 translate not done correct... the guy is saying foreigners say sherpa are very good but when they return to their respective country they get fame but they forget sherpas . Whole video is documented great.
One of the few physically demanding jobs in the world. Sherpas are definitely the TRUE heroes and deserve all the credit, prayers and more pay. Wonder, without Tenzing Sherpa whether Edmund Hillary would have reached the Everest summit in 1953!
Do They wear oxygen masks ?
@@ladytamaya4737 yes, all the time in the " Dead Zone" , which is about 7,000m ASL.
Hillary step haha funny
@@phetsamoutfisso6726 SHERPAS · True Heroes of Mount Everest · Documentary
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All the millionaires acting like they have achieved something after summiting with help of sherpas when this guys are doing it 20, 30 times so that they can earn some bucks to feed their family ! What a pathetic system we have! They are too damn under appreciated or under paid🙏
$37 an hour? I make $25 an hour and don’t ever have to worry about risking my life unless it’s driving back and forth to work. These guys should be making way more than that.
Huge respect to our Nepali brothers Sherpa for their hard work and dedication🙏 जय नेपाल
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I watched my Brother’s documentary about 10 times and last month I watched with him in VT and it was amazing to see his and sister in law’s reaction👍
Really it's the Sherpas who really submitted,others are simply taken up.👍
words are not adequate to describe the Sherpas ... True Heroes, well Beyond Brilliant Humans !!!
The strength of these Sherpas is absolutely incredible. They should be getting paid way more. My mind has changed completely about people who have climbed Everest.
Beautiful documentary of a team of HERO Sherpas ❤❤️❤️❤️thankyou
The bravery of the Sherpa’s is awe inspiring!❤️
Rest in power, Gianni!
he could have gotten Mingma dead as well, so no, selfishness is not praiseworthy
The Sherpas are the dream makers. Without good Sherpas there would be very few successful summits.
I just learned that several of these amazing Sherpas died in the 2014 ice avalanche. Rest In Peace to those incredible souls 😢
I plan to attempt a everest summit in 5 years time and one thing I refuse to do is allow my guide to undercut the value of the Sherpas guiding us. If they ask for 50 they deserve 100. No questions asked. The whole concept of haggling with the people who LITERALLY risk their lives to help u do something they've all done up to a dozen times is absolutely ridiculous and disrespectful and I'd be embarrassed to be apart of an expedition willing to do that.
Friends of mine have done it, and i told the wealthiest of them to pay double, which wouldn't have even been noticeable to him. And he never even heard that, from the looks of things. Next we see him photographed sitting in a whole pride of tigers. Such are the conquests ...
Good luck on your mountaineering adventure
You can pay them 100, and that wouldn't stop some braindead moron from thinking you got it half price.
Its beautifull .. and you can really test yourself on other mountains .. and become a very good hiker and runner .. and be fit .. lots of climbers are not .. thats why they need slaves
You can tip them directly whatever you want. Tipping is expected I believe but some of these cheap a$$holes have had the audacity to tip them like $2-3 dollars a bag
Sherpa’s loved by everyone hated by no one.❤️🙏.Respect.
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That’s the one, I don’t have to comment now.
Crazy that they ask if people are satisfied with their work.
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I sure didn’t expect to get so emotional while watching this. What the Sherpa’s did for him was very kind. They have such good hearts!!❣️
If those are my parents, damn I would be so proud that my father has reach the peak of Mt. Everest 13 times. OMG! Also the Sherpa that was carrying 42 kilos of oxygen up to camp 4. OMG OMG OMG OMG!!!
imagine the worry when your Sherpa father said "I am going up to the mountain tomorrow for few days"
How heavy is 42 kilos in pounds?
@@crystalheart9 80 pounds more or less
@@gmy33 I guessed maybe 50 pounds but 80 omg! Thanks for the info.
@@crystalheart9 its 92.4 pounds. Multiply 42 X 2.2
The unsung heroes of every Everest expedition
I would have loved to see the reaction of Long Dorje's wife when he got home. Plus it was really irritating seeing that expedition leader haggling with the Sherpas about their pay. Just pay what they're asking for!
They deserve higher pay..imagine carrying 42kg of oxygen climbing up on top of the mountain 🥺🥺🥺
Thats a rip of if you ask me they should be paying the sherpas 5 to 8 thousand US dollars
They should be paying to do it,that's how you properly exploit them,you make them pay to do the dirt work
It's dangerous and if they die than oh well
yeah man I agree
Always been amazed by Sherpas. Even as a young kid I was astounded with how the Sherpas seemed to be beyond human with their ability to survive
The Sherpas make so many trips between camps! So much pressure on them to appear strong and provide the momentum to get their clients up to the summit. They work through pain. The poor Sherpas have to return to the scene of previous disasters where they lost friends. Sherpas are incredible.
Sherpas' effort hardly ever get mentioned on climber's blog.
Also imagine the feeling of Sherpas family when a Sherpa said "I am going up to the mountain for few days......"
These incredible men deserve a yearly six figure salary, plus huge life insurance policies for their families in the event. The fact that they risk their lives putting together these camps and other things so inconsiderate climbers can scratch off Everest from their bucket list is extraordinary. Heroes? Yes, but they truly are gods among men.
Was very emotional the whole time. Imagine they want to quit their job but still needs to continue being a sherpas to feed their family . Very inspiring and sad at the same time 🥺
What a documentary video yrr proud for Ur job Sherpas big respect to u all🙏🙏
Without these Sherpas there will be no such expeditions,, shame on You Swiss Climbers and you Dare to bargain,, you particularly pays peanuts for Human Life,,,
Salute to Nepalese Dare Brave Sherpas,
This Swiss children and his family who makes big $ on these sherpas for good education and lavish lifestyle should be ashamed too…
Wow. I met a lot of Nepalis in Malaysia and they are very soft spoken people. I would want to travel in Kathmandu and admire the mountain from the ground. Sherpas deserve much more compensation. Respect. Thanks for this video. 🙏🏼
The Sherpas and Icefall Doctors the true heroes of Everest
They are a very hard working group of people. In fact, many Nepalis are hard working and has always been ....
Their hard work always comes not just physically but mentally too as well. The strength they possess is incomparable.
They truly are beautiful people. Visiting there is high on my bucket list.
Wow,
what a life they have.
They are saviors. HEROS
I feel inspired.
Sherpas should be paid way more, they contributed a lot on every expedition, what a humble heroes💯👌
A great documentary, thrilling and exciting. Sherpas work so hard and endanger their lives; they deserve to be paid well.
Thanks for posting this , I would be happy getting to base camp . Respect to these guys for what they do to give their families a better life .
I have also said that many times, even as recent as two years ago
You can get to base camp with your oen backpack 🤣
0:55 Since he is a legend and well regarded and trusted, he needs to raise the price tag enough where he will no longer need to work.
That probably the best Everest documentary I've seen.
I just realized that there are people called "Sherpas" and no one can climb Everest without their help.
I'm happy that they are being recognized for all the hard work they do.
True mountaineers can climb without their help, or die trying.
Without these sherpa noone will summit..
Hatsoff to these sherpas
Sherpas are the real heros, powerful human beings.. I am proud of their hard-work 🙏 god bless them .. thanks for the creator of this video who shot the entire video along with sherpas, he is a true gentleman for narrating and showing us the truth behind sherpas lives👍.. good documentary 👍
A sherpas life is worth so much more than 5000 dollars. Not only that but only paying someone 5 grand to make sure you don't die is also a way low number. I love climbing but knowing this I now have a different view of climbing these mountains. The sherpas were always my heros even before I knew the level of difficulty they face on the mountain.
Tbf Its alot more than I thought it would be given that part of the world, In pakistan or similar it would probably be a few hundred £'s
Nice to see a video of the real hero's. The Sherpas are amazing how strong and dedicated & humble these men are. A great story.
Thank you to all the Nepali Sherpa's the real heroes ❤ and their families
Finally recognition for the Sherpas 👏👏. Without sherpas nobody would ever summit. Just to put into perspective. The Best climbers in the world are the equivalent of a new young inexperienced training Sherpa.
True heros are sherpas.. huge respect 👏🙏 #LovefromIndia 🧡
All I have to say good job to the sherpas and great documentary . Those guys are a heros and also sacrify their lifes, and a big condolences to Johnny´s family for their lost.
What incredible people much respect
So sorry for JONNY rest in peace bro... You are in the arms of Mount everest rest in peace and great work and respect to SHERPAS.... KEEP GOING GUYS
Whose Johnny there I’m confused
Thanks for the wonderful video and great respect to true heroes of mountaineers “The sherpas”.They deserve higher pay and higher tips!
Amen for the sherpas...they are the real mountaineers...they sacrifice their lives to help save and assist others...our hearts go out to the brave sherpas of the mountains....
गर्व छ मलाई शेर्पा हुनुमा ।
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The payload of the Sherpas is mind blowing. I wish one day they have the ability to bargain.
Thanks for sharing this. Sherpas are amazing. 🙂 💗
J'ai une admiration sans borne pour les Sherpas. Ce sont les vrais héros des expéditions Himalayennes. Sans eux, aucuns n'auraient même pas franchi la cascade de de glace, alors le sommet peut être en rêve
The Sherpa are amazing people. They are able to capitalize on thousands of years of their bodies adapting to the living conditions at higher altitudes. I saw another video where three different Sherpas took turns carrying a huge wooden crate that weighed 120 kilos over 7 kilometers of very difficult terrain. One of the foreign expedition members decided to give it a try. He was a 9-time all-American gymnast in superb shape and could only manage to carry it 10 meters over easy flat ground. I'm glad to see the Sherpas getting the attention they deserve in this video.
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I love seeing the Sherpa negotiating. I hope they are even better at this, years later, and demand more given the work they put in the danger they take. Yes, they are wealthier than all Nepalese, but they are serving mostly Westerners. THAT should be the standard, not the poverty of their people.
Yes they are true heroes. Without their help it is not easy to ascend the Everest.
Great strong people are the sherpas I salute them. Without them i.dont think a lot of westerners would not be able to have braggIng rights to the great everest. Once moreo salute you grea strong brave men