24hrs in the Highest City on Earth with No Laws (my scariest travel experience)

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  • Опубликовано: 20 апр 2024
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  • @YesTheory
    @YesTheory  12 дней назад +1606

    This was one of the most intense places we’ve ever traveled to.. We weren’t fully prepared to how intense it would really be, but are grateful for the friendly locals we ended up connecting with 🙏 hope you enjoyed this short documentary

    • @TheTheorizingFrog
      @TheTheorizingFrog 12 дней назад +10

      what are y'all cooking up for matpats style theory fashion show??

    • @rosenzweigpatrick
      @rosenzweigpatrick 12 дней назад +3

      Didn’t this video come out before is this a re post ??

    • @iamgroot4706
      @iamgroot4706 12 дней назад +6

      What a shocker of a place.
      What place is this? Which country?

    • @PROsebaGAMING
      @PROsebaGAMING 12 дней назад +8

      what drone do you guys use? the views are insane!

    • @halfevil661
      @halfevil661 12 дней назад +26

      U GUYS BETTER HAVE A SECOND PART OR MORE OF THIS VIDEO CUZ WE DIDN'T SEE NOTHING IN THIS VIDEO BUT ALOT OF TALKING

  • @sofijaskrebic6813
    @sofijaskrebic6813 7 дней назад +1518

    Fidel was my tour guide on the Salkantay trek to Machu Picchu in March 2023. He is such a sweet and amazing person, such a kind soul. I had the pleasure to travel with him for 5 days. I can’t believe I just came across this video and saw him here completely by coincidence. Much love for Fidel, you are awesome 🤍

    • @robmcguckin7605
      @robmcguckin7605 7 дней назад +105

      Thats where I remember Fidel from......Cusco and Aguas Calientes/Machu Picchu. I lived in Cusco off and on for 10 years and never forget a face.

    • @espadek
      @espadek 6 дней назад +69

      We really live in a small world. Hearing this is amazing, what a coincidence!

    • @AroundTheWorldWithEase
      @AroundTheWorldWithEase 6 дней назад +93

      I'm convinced Fidel is a guardian angel, like St. Christopher incarnate, the patron saint of travelers.

    • @julielee2596
      @julielee2596 5 дней назад +12

      I did the Salkantay in Nov 2019 and had the best guide, Charley. So wonderful!

    • @SlipperyFPV
      @SlipperyFPV 5 дней назад +41

      I remember Fidel he was our guide in Havana, such a nice guy, and often misunderstood.

  • @soraiagomes5002
    @soraiagomes5002 12 дней назад +3588

    Fidel was literally your blessing, I'm not sure how things would've gone without him. I seriously hope he gets everything he desires as a "reward" for being such a nice, kind-hearted soul☺

    • @blederin5999
      @blederin5999 12 дней назад +59

      U think he didn't get paid??🤣🤣🤣

    • @YesTheory
      @YesTheory  12 дней назад +194

      Truly a blessing!

    • @Smauritsius
      @Smauritsius 11 дней назад +69

      Good point, but I also think that the locals know that you'd have to be really stupid to rob/hurt these RUclipsrs because it will be such a high-profile case and will probamy force considerable action by tye government. Then again, really stupid people exist...

    • @VonRibbitt
      @VonRibbitt 11 дней назад +208

      @@Smauritsius None of the locals give a shit, and the goverment wont do anything either.

    • @user-rf7lf5yn8p
      @user-rf7lf5yn8p 11 дней назад +48

      @24:21. Yeah it could just be that they made plans to meet in cusco, but if I had to guess I'd say these men and the ironically only peruvian worker who speaks english may or may not be involved with their respective countries government agencies. RUclipsrs with 8 million views aren't going to risk their lives in anyway. They however have to continue to give off that vibe as to seem realistic and not multi millionare world travelers...

  • @RogTX
    @RogTX 5 дней назад +359

    “you are a magnet to good people”. he couldn’t have said it better to this miner.

    • @avrilelight
      @avrilelight 3 дня назад +4

      ❤ yes, sponsor him to emigrate.

  • @sleepnomore6065
    @sleepnomore6065 5 дней назад +131

    I met someone like Fidel in a small town in Mexico last Nov after my phone broke and I didn't have the exact address or contact to my Airbnb! He and his friend (college age) stayed with me in the 90F heat for hours trying to both get me a new phone and find the accommodation details, even driving me to phone shops and inviting me to his very humble home and giving me snacks and water. They wanted nothing in return and it is one of many sweet stories I have of Mexico and the Mexican people but prob my favorite.

    • @Kat-I-am3333
      @Kat-I-am3333 3 дня назад

      Mexicans have aways been my favorite ppl til they betrayed me & stole the catlytic convertor from my '94 cadillac & a couple other things

    • @sandyberry909
      @sandyberry909 День назад +1

      You did all that knsteadnof borrowing his phone - log into your email and getting the info -smh

    • @nixm9093
      @nixm9093 День назад

      No internet cafes? No one with a phone or computer you could log into your mail from? Seems extreme

  • @KosovaSoundHD
    @KosovaSoundHD 12 дней назад +3671

    You had the worst clothes to show up to a dangerous city. Keep low profile next times. Great Video!

    • @jeffemoss
      @jeffemoss 9 дней назад +151

      Lol for real!

    • @connorw2980
      @connorw2980 9 дней назад +443

      Literally his bright orange jacket and highlighter pants

    • @limabean9498
      @limabean9498 9 дней назад +424

      That was my first thought, for someone who has traveled the world not a whole lot of street smarts

    • @csforesman
      @csforesman 9 дней назад +418

      If they had any hope of blending in I'd agree 100%. But walking around with expensive cameras and a drone, interviewing people, etc. they were going to be immediately noticed by anyone with mal intent no matter what. At that point being bold, confident, and friendly, and being as noticeable as possible to as many people as possible may actually be the best approach.

    • @BianconeriDiBelgradoSRB
      @BianconeriDiBelgradoSRB 9 дней назад +9

      Thank you Serbia!

  • @jackanderson6100
    @jackanderson6100 4 дня назад +98

    Adela seemed so exhausted and tired. I hope she finds peace and relaxation soon.

    • @JanoschNr1
      @JanoschNr1 День назад +4

      Sounds like a death wish ...

    • @marcelnowak402
      @marcelnowak402 День назад

      @@JanoschNr1yeah lol

    • @Pandabear_1988
      @Pandabear_1988 Час назад

      ​@@JanoschNr1 yeah I was about to say did he just wish death on her. Was hoping he ment to say pieces (of stone) and relax soon. Savage

  • @CiaraPipi
    @CiaraPipi 4 дня назад +26

    That First Lady broke my heart 💔😩 seems so sweet

    • @paxwallace8324
      @paxwallace8324 2 дня назад

      Yup

    • @davidmichalik8375
      @davidmichalik8375 6 часов назад

      and the best piece of advice you'll ever get, don't walk in the mud, because of the Mercury... and that's right listen to your elders, sometimes even if they don't tell you everything

  • @drewbinsky
    @drewbinsky 12 дней назад +969

    La Rinconada has been on my list for 5+ years and I’m so glad to see you guys made it there. I most likely won’t visit and it’s a pleasure to be able to sit back, with a cup of coffee in hand, and watch this from the comfort of my home. Love you guys !!!! 🇵🇪❤️

    • @alishas3385
      @alishas3385 11 дней назад +14

      Drew Binsky! I’m a big fan!

    • @jrottendevil
      @jrottendevil 11 дней назад +14

      "You can do it!" - Rob Schneider

    • @topiatransformations2387
      @topiatransformations2387 11 дней назад +9

      Such a fan of you Drew, as well as Yes Theory!!!! Thank you so much for the opportunity to see the world through all of your eyes.

    • @pick2206
      @pick2206 11 дней назад

      :D

    • @reggiexp69
      @reggiexp69 10 дней назад +6

      damn drew who saw this aint said hell nah am not going there anymore

  • @born4computer
    @born4computer 12 дней назад +2449

    Amar you just got your passport, don't die!

    • @YesTheory
      @YesTheory  12 дней назад +633

      I agree! -Thomas

    • @aixzi_official
      @aixzi_official 12 дней назад +10

      @@YesTheory Thomas tu es Français non ?

    • @muhsinkhalif3621
      @muhsinkhalif3621 12 дней назад

      Duh ​@@aixzi_official

    • @idarrruwu
      @idarrruwu 12 дней назад +16

      @@aixzi_officiali think he's swedish idk i might be wrong

    • @supertrolle9555
      @supertrolle9555 12 дней назад +10

      @@idarrruwu He is but lived in france

  • @adamadeptus3686
    @adamadeptus3686 4 дня назад +15

    Be very, very careful. You guys were very trusting and it reminded me of myself when I travelled to Havana last year. I met some friendly locals. They spent the whole day with me and invited me out to a restaurant at night. We had a great time at the restaurant. Except that they drugged my drink. Then, when we left, they jumped me. Beat me viciously, leaving me bleeding from the head, with severe bruising on the side from kicks, and a fractured leg. They also stole my phone all of my money and left me bleeding on the ground. Never again will I be so naive when travelling. Beware.

  • @oliverreeves1107
    @oliverreeves1107 2 дня назад +41

    This is absolutely the 1st video sponsor I have seen in 10 years, with an actually useful and relavent product not widely known... AND he didn't milk it!? Ads done right.

  • @Taizuren
    @Taizuren 11 дней назад +315

    you can just hear the pain and sorrow in Adela's voice....so heartbreaking

    • @jackanderson6100
      @jackanderson6100 4 дня назад +12

      Really makes you appreciate what you have and where you live. I hope she’s able to relax soon.

    • @reboxtherapy
      @reboxtherapy 4 дня назад +2

      sounds like Seattle during the pandemic

    • @Advanced_Arch_Way
      @Advanced_Arch_Way 3 дня назад +7

      I wish her the best. 🙏

    • @proinseasokiellig4388
      @proinseasokiellig4388 2 дня назад

      @@reboxtherapy 1st world bullshit

    • @johnpen269
      @johnpen269 День назад

      well at least this guy gave her 1$ im sure that will help

  • @samanthaquintana7622
    @samanthaquintana7622 10 дней назад +189

    This video highlights how no matter where you are in the World, good people can always be found.

    • @elishh8173
      @elishh8173 7 дней назад

      Yes bit its MUCH harder and MUCH more dangerous for women.
      I think you already know we women can't travel around like that. We would also have to worry about sexual violence, kidnappning, Robbing..
      It's not the same for girls. We just can't travel around like these men do. All women know what I mean.

    • @PinHeadThePopeOfHell
      @PinHeadThePopeOfHell 6 дней назад +14

      Yes, unfortunately the same goes with bad people.

    • @cycoklr
      @cycoklr 5 дней назад +10

      Having traveled to 32 countries in 4 continents working in seedy areas with shady characters I feel fortunate to have reached the age of 70 intact in mind and body. I owe a lot to the anonymous good people of the world who offered help when I needed it. ☮❤

    • @kennycab3374
      @kennycab3374 5 дней назад

      And bad people. After all, its nature, and we are part of it. Example, a female praying mantis will often kill the male after mating, and even a pet albino male rat will eat its young if not separated. Same with a male lion. Its nature.

    • @jennifertaylor2148
      @jennifertaylor2148 3 дня назад +1

      Ain't that the truth.

  • @Kaotix_music
    @Kaotix_music 5 дней назад +6

    Where I was in Afghanistan in the north east was 17,200 feet above sea level. The first week it was soooo weird. I was dizzy, nauseous, and always had vivid dreams. After about 2 weeks I acclimated to it and didn’t even notice the oxygen difference anymore. Mind you I also worked out heavily 3 times a day and was rucking up the mountains with body armor and weapons weekly and getting into gunfights in those conditions. Staying anything above 17k feet is not for the weak or faint of heart and the army just threw me up there and side “See you in a year! Have a nice war!”😂😂

  • @mperson1890
    @mperson1890 4 дня назад +28

    I have learned to be more appreciative of what I have despite having issues, seeing others living this way, makes me more grateful. Thank you for giving me a better perspective on my life…..As a medical professional, I was VERY concerned about your pulse ox.

  • @RobbieLValentine
    @RobbieLValentine 12 дней назад +872

    As soon as I heard Adela speak with Ammar, I couldn't stop crying! I could hear the sadness in her voice immediately. I'm only 12 minutes in, but already I know this is gonna be another YES Theory eye-opening experience.

    • @YesTheory
      @YesTheory  12 дней назад +209

      As someone who only saw this story in the edit, I can testify I felt the exact same 😔 -Thomas

    • @wardarcade7452
      @wardarcade7452 12 дней назад +45

      And ironically, Adela seemed to be MUCH better off than so many other women and girls in that area. Yes, Adela had to glean these rocks to feed her children but she appears to have avoided the horrors of being trafficked.

    • @laurensvanderveken6373
      @laurensvanderveken6373 11 дней назад +39

      @@wardarcade7452 Or is that the reason how she stranded there in the first place. Her voice sounded like she had a véry long story to tell. :,(

    • @wardarcade7452
      @wardarcade7452 11 дней назад +16

      @@laurensvanderveken6373 It's possible or maybe she had had a husband abandoned the family/died. At least she appears to be independent and not part of trafficking at this time.

    • @louiseb6111
      @louiseb6111 9 дней назад

      ​​Bingo!! "...appears to be..."! Can't tell much from such a short clip. 🤷🏼‍♀️ But we can only hope!! 😔@@wardarcade7452

  • @beatrizcascelli
    @beatrizcascelli 12 дней назад +674

    Guys, I’ve said this before, but you are KILLING IT IN 2024! WOOOOW! The videography, script, travels never looked so good!

    • @YesTheory
      @YesTheory  12 дней назад +62

      Thank you so much Beatriz!! Always appreciate your support -Thomas

    • @agasssca7839
      @agasssca7839 4 дня назад +1

      This video came out in 2021 or 2022. This is a repost that i ended up rewatching. Great video though.

  • @BillNyetheOctoPie
    @BillNyetheOctoPie 12 дней назад +1924

    That coal worker named Fidal is a real one. What an amazing guy, so kind and helpful. Great video as always ❤

    • @Lilicoder
      @Lilicoder 11 дней назад +19

      Peruvians are some of the kindest people out there. Very funny too

    • @danielb42oswagg53
      @danielb42oswagg53 11 дней назад +2

      I second this 🫡

    • @donovancampbell3098
      @donovancampbell3098 11 дней назад +33

      He was my tour guide for a hike near Cusco a few years ago, one of the nicest guys you could ever meet

    • @shoemakerluis
      @shoemakerluis 10 дней назад +11

      Clearly a hired guide. Nothing wrong with that, but I wish they didn't make it appear like they ran into him on the street

    • @24Kemist
      @24Kemist 10 дней назад +10

      @@shoemakerluis How sure are you of this?

  • @tejasjohn9349
    @tejasjohn9349 5 дней назад +14

    There is a moment at 11:19 with the mining lady, When she was asked about her kids she gave a small faint smile and you can just barely see it under her hat. It was a memorable moment for some reason, I wish to have photographed that moment.

    • @cdes1776
      @cdes1776 4 дня назад

      Perhaps there *were* more.

  • @endlesstreamofconsciousness
    @endlesstreamofconsciousness 5 дней назад +11

    You should look into Namche Bazaar in Nepal. It's a lower altitude, and runs on happiness and tourism. You can either hike all the way out, or start halfway by flying into the coolest airport ever (you literally take off by falling off the edge of a cliff). It is the most incredible place I have ever been and on the hike in you would have the opportunity to meet people in little 1000- person villages scattered along the trail.

  • @ItsJustMe0585
    @ItsJustMe0585 6 дней назад +62

    It's just so sad how such an amazingly beautiful area can hide the depressing reality of poverty and crime. Very glad you instantly found the good people

  • @MrFreddarama
    @MrFreddarama 7 дней назад +267

    I worked in the mining industry of that part of Peru. At first i would get sick and feel very light headed. When i worked i would huff and puff a lot. After working up there for a year my body had totally adapted and i could labour all day without feeling ill. Its amazing how the human body can adapt to extreme environments and thanks for the very nice video.

    • @UltraCoder
      @UltraCoder 5 дней назад +7

      People from here should be winning marathons because of the altitude

    • @sparksmcgee6641
      @sparksmcgee6641 5 дней назад +8

      ​@UltraCoder I crossed the border between Bolivia and Chile after Chile lost a football match in LA Paz. We asked about the Bolivian guards teasing them and they said "Everyone loses in LA Paz" stadium is at 14,100 feet.
      The problem is the Bolivian on the road record. Equidor is the only other stadium not at sea level.

    • @benjaminollis7621
      @benjaminollis7621 5 дней назад +5

      It's the same with food, most Western people eat far more than they need

    • @marlenegaudet5554
      @marlenegaudet5554 4 дня назад +8

      There is a tribe in Peru that lives high into the mountains They are tough. They can run all day.

    • @youtubegavemynameawaycuntbags
      @youtubegavemynameawaycuntbags 4 дня назад +1

      @@UltraCoder I would assume that coming down from the mountains also requires adapting so I doubt they’d have any advantage.

  • @user-tf2hx9re3q
    @user-tf2hx9re3q 3 дня назад +10

    I have been to some sketchy places but that takes the cake. So many people do not appreciate how good they have it. A week in a place like that would make a trust fund kid cry and wet themselves! Thank you for the perspective.

    • @Abbybabby29
      @Abbybabby29 2 дня назад +1

      Exactly!! I was thinking at this point a lot of American college students need a one way ticket to live here!

    • @Steve211Ucdhihifvshi
      @Steve211Ucdhihifvshi День назад +1

      a week in some of the shanty towns in Lima would too. The municipality of LIMa turn the water on and off whenever they want, you cant drink it, toilets and sanitation is shit, everything is expensive now and people are doing whatever they can to survive.

  • @MZ-mu6om
    @MZ-mu6om 4 дня назад +12

    This video in its totality is a huge gem. Thank you for being so curious as to travel to these secluded places on earth and give us a glimps into how fortunate so many of us are. It is humbling to see the sacrifices and difficulties people around the world have to endure in order to enjoy a very small portion of what others have in abundance. Really makes me appreciate every single comfort that I have, from hot showers to a cup of tea. Im so greatfull for my life. Thank God. Im a new sub simply because the work that your team does is so exceptional. Thanks, take care and happy ventures ❤

  • @Arne_Boeses
    @Arne_Boeses 12 дней назад +236

    Man I would love to see Fidel on another adventure with you guys. Such a beautiful soul ❤

    • @NorthernHigh
      @NorthernHigh 9 дней назад +7

      This comment needs more likes-couldn’t agree more

    • @danielmiller5348
      @danielmiller5348 2 дня назад

      Petition for them to employ Fidel.

  • @wasdwecst
    @wasdwecst 5 дней назад +25

    I am peruvian. And i.wont even dear to go there.. good video glad you made it out in one piece.

  • @Rose-jr4tx
    @Rose-jr4tx 2 дня назад +2

    The fact that we get free videos on RUclips by Yes Theory is truly a gift; keeping the education and knowledge alive. 👏👏👏

  • @JaydenJayden-mm2kr
    @JaydenJayden-mm2kr 4 дня назад +2

    Oh my, thank u for this. This is wonderful! Everything the video, the tomas, the intrrviews. Another world within our world. Really heartfelt

  • @wardarcade7452
    @wardarcade7452 12 дней назад +269

    The sad irony is that Cuzco (Fidel's hometown) had been the Inca Empire's capital city. The Incas (Quechuas) considered the mountains to be literal deities and built altars on summits as high as 22,000 feet [with human sacrifices!]. Yet, they were very conscious of keeping the mountains as pristine as possible knowing how the people depended on keeping nature carefully balanced. Alas, the mountains in this locale are being sacrificed and the people are paying multiples of untold horrific prices! It's hard to imagine that place lasting much longer much less not having a tragic ending. Thanks for being willing to risk yourself to bring us this!

    • @larsvonrinpoche1229
      @larsvonrinpoche1229 8 дней назад +8

      Well said. From prayed at to sacrificed.

    • @mrcazzovic7960
      @mrcazzovic7960 7 дней назад +1

      Men use the metric system thats way more logical then 22k feet. Anyways thx for info

    • @FBI_Agent_69420
      @FBI_Agent_69420 6 дней назад +2

      @@mrcazzovic7960 what size of feet though? Cos if it's 22k standard British male size 9's, then it's probably 26k female feet, or 40k asian woman feet.

    • @sparksmcgee6641
      @sparksmcgee6641 5 дней назад

      They didn't build them that high. It's impressive enough what they did, no need to exaggerate.

    • @wardarcade7452
      @wardarcade7452 4 дня назад +5

      @@sparksmcgee6641 Yes, the Quechuas did indeed construct structures on the top of Llullaillaco 22,110 feet above sea level (on the border marking Argentina and Chile) - and even well-structured Incan roads ascending from the valleys below right up to the summit itself where the ceremonial structures (including human sacrifice within) had been built! Amazingly, it wouldn't be until the 1950's when modern climbers would reach the summit only to discover that the Quechuas not only had climbed it centuries earlier but had built what turns out to be the highest altitude permanent structures in the world- even higher than the modern Everest Base Camps in Nepal/Tibet!

  • @awakekiwi
    @awakekiwi 8 дней назад +205

    I stayed in La Rinconada around 2014 for 6 days with 2 friends. We had no oxygen tanks and no budget. It was nuts.
    We managed to stay out of trouble. But it was scary AF at times. Its an extremely bleak place. Like a depressing vibe.
    There are some wonderful people there just trying to make some money but there is also a really dark underbelly of drugs, violence, crime, prostitution and murder. Every week someone dies in the mines from cave ins and accidents. Death is familiar to them.
    Someone gets murdered every week or so. There is much suspicion and gold fever. Literally from the mercury they use to leach the gold out of the rock it contaminates the water supply and makes people a bit crazy.
    its like a wild west kind of thing. Anyway as long as you stay away from the nightclubs and bars and dont do anything stupid you will probably be ok :)
    The "room" at the "hostel" we rented was just a thin plywood box next to many more of these boxes inside the building. You could hear everything. The miners in the next room had prostitutes. Yea it was not fun. I mean it was so cold and I chewed coca leaves to help with breathing which also keeps you awake most of the night. Imagine that.. No sleep, cold, high and surrounded by the sounds of drunken miners having sex. Yep cant beat that night after night. If your going to La Rinconada make sure you have enough $ for a real room with real solid thick walls and perhaps some kind of actual toilet. We just had one hole in the floor to squat over that was in the bend of the hallway of the "hostel" with a curtain around it for privacy.
    Theres a lot more I could say about La Rinc but hey its an experience ill never forget thats for sure!

    • @duudsuufd
      @duudsuufd 5 дней назад

      You have to adapt and take a prostitute (or a gigolo?) in your room also. Or else, don't stay in cheap hostels.

    • @jonnyseablue6911
      @jonnyseablue6911 5 дней назад +4

      Sounds like America

    • @mishaa7263
      @mishaa7263 5 дней назад +20

      @@jonnyseablue6911 do you mean the US? Peru is in America

    • @rashikagovindasamy8258
      @rashikagovindasamy8258 5 дней назад +7

      As you said it's an experience. You're blessed to experience something few have and survived to share with everyone

    • @BlakJedi907
      @BlakJedi907 5 дней назад +8

      Absolutely wild experience! Thanks for sharing.

  • @ghus528hz
    @ghus528hz 5 дней назад +4

    Great video. Thanks sharing your experience. Sounded like you did your research on keeping safe but definitely overlooked trying to blend in. It looked like you were at an Eyes Wide Shut party with your 80s ski outfit.

  • @kimberlybrown7706
    @kimberlybrown7706 5 дней назад +6

    So nice the young man to walk you thru this environment. He does seem concerned about the environment but possibly powerless to change it.

  • @mysticmaidenmagic
    @mysticmaidenmagic 12 дней назад +239

    one thing i really LOVE about yes theory is how real you guys are about situations throughout the world many travel youtubers would turn a blind eye to or talk down on. you guys shed light on negative experiences in a way that acknowledges the pain while spreading love to those experiencing it and inspiring others to do the same. BRAVO!

    • @YesTheory
      @YesTheory  11 дней назад +55

      This comment made my day, a story like this is hard to share so we’re really grateful our intentions are felt. Truly a heartbreaking place and we hope the people of Peru get access to better opportunities not to have to risk their lives like this -Thomas

    • @louiseb6111
      @louiseb6111 9 дней назад +5

      ​@@YesTheoryThomas, your channels intentions of only good are always shown. You're so eloquent in what you're saying, that it comes across so easily. I promise you that! 🥰❤ No one could do it more beautifully! 👏👌

  • @alhaeri1
    @alhaeri1 12 дней назад +206

    Epigenetics plays a key role in helping people living at high altitudes adapt to low oxygen levels. It involves changes in gene expression, not the gene itself, allowing the body to produce more red blood cells and hemoglobin to carry oxygen efficiently and it is fascinating how you can see that in this video, it was a brilliant idea to measure the oxygen level of people

    • @VonRibbitt
      @VonRibbitt 11 дней назад +6

      Indeed, that type of gene has been fond in the Andes and Tibet.

    • @hypotheticalforest
      @hypotheticalforest 10 дней назад +3

      Not sure if you’ll know the answer to this but for the children born and raised in high altitudes, would going down to sea level be dangerous?
      I’m glad he brought the ox meter too! That was really cool to see

    • @alfrredd
      @alfrredd 10 дней назад +4

      @@hypotheticalforest why would it be dangerous? they would absorb oxygen just fine like everyone else at sea level.

    • @VonRibbitt
      @VonRibbitt 10 дней назад

      @@hypotheticalforest no

    • @VenusBijou
      @VenusBijou 7 дней назад

      I was thinking, obviously you can't change overnight, but depending on how long they planned the trip ahead, they could have maximised their iron/red blood cell levels in the run up to maximise their oxygen carrying capacity

  • @ABoyandHisDog-pd3lb
    @ABoyandHisDog-pd3lb 5 дней назад +8

    One of the reasons why the locals chew coca leaf or make the tea, is because it thins the blood and allows for more oxygenation of it.

    • @adammonahan687
      @adammonahan687 День назад

      Right. Has absolutely nothing to do with the buzz and boost of energy and being addictive at all.

  • @carlitowilson
    @carlitowilson 19 часов назад +1

    This was fascinating.... Excellent work!

  • @th3.m0urn1ng.after.
    @th3.m0urn1ng.after. 12 дней назад +164

    the amount of humility that exists within these videos is astonishing. thank you for always being respectful and putting your lives at risk to share places most people will never get to see.

  • @nardi29
    @nardi29 10 дней назад +43

    I am from Lima, Peru 🇵🇪 Thanks for making this video. You guys were very respectful and caring in showing the harsh reality in La Rinconada.
    It’s heartbreaking to watch people in my own country living in difficult situations. Just a reminder to appreciate and be grateful for all the things we have today. 🙏🏼

    • @elishh8173
      @elishh8173 7 дней назад

      Yeah your country is ina really sad state. I feel so sorry for all the girls and women that are forced into s3x trafficking. That's inhuman. Why don't you do anything about that?
      It's just insane tour country allows that and doesn't even help the victims in 2024...

  • @johngemma3533
    @johngemma3533 5 дней назад +6

    ⁠ @YesTheory I am your newest subscriber. I feel compelled to tell you I am grateful for your story & to see you all leave intact & healthy. Thank you for choosing to be decent people, I was rooting for the woman minor, hoping you would help her; she most certainly contributed to your video…with 4 children, when she said what she had mined was $0.20 I felt my heart swell & break. I am not a wealthy man but, I support several families in the poorest & most war-torn countries in our world. It is surprising that a family of 4 can eat well with $40 for one week (now, that’s the price of one restaurant meal in 🇺🇸).
    In conclusion, I am grateful, enlightened, humbled & more aware; thank you guys.
    I’m going to watch your videos of other places now.
    Keep up the great work! Stay safe brother and thank you! ✌🏻

  • @1nePercentJuice
    @1nePercentJuice 5 дней назад +2

    This is some of the best documentary work on RUclips. Excellent work. Very entertaining.

  • @TrueWalker88
    @TrueWalker88 10 дней назад +126

    You guys are also the magnet for good people wherever you go. It really demonstrates how there are hidden gems in every corner of the world, we just have to be open to seeing them. Even in the worst environments on earth - prisons, war zones, countries riddled with corruption, violence and poverty - there are beautiful people trying to do their best.

  • @RoseAllDayyy
    @RoseAllDayyy 6 дней назад +103

    The genuine warmth and friendliness from Fidel was so lovely to see especially in an area where daily life looks so hard. And what a smile!

  • @MarkoVukovic0
    @MarkoVukovic0 2 дня назад

    Amazing job, guys. Thank you for sharing this incredible place!

  • @alanedwards8938
    @alanedwards8938 2 часа назад

    This is a pretty amazing video. Thank you for bringing the awareness to the rest of us..🙏🏻😎💯

  • @MrCellodan
    @MrCellodan 11 дней назад +123

    I volunteered with engineers without boarders for some time in that region of Peru. There are some some great rural communities in that region with very sweet and humble people. Fidel reminds me of them. The lack of waste management infrastructure is everywhere there and very sad to see.

    • @Luming-di9rf
      @Luming-di9rf 6 дней назад +2

      borders 🙂

    • @cdes1776
      @cdes1776 4 дня назад +1

      Rightly or wrongly, it reminded me of touristy mountains as far as garbage, oxy tanks and dead bodies - Everest being the most obvious. The consequences of this mining operation are going to be devastating.

    • @cedarhatt-vx8kf
      @cedarhatt-vx8kf 2 дня назад +1

      @@Luming-di9rfthats the one misspelling that drives me nuts. I don’t know why, but I see it often online.

  • @Hanibul_Lecktor
    @Hanibul_Lecktor 9 дней назад +23

    Your height alone, makes you stand out. Lived in Cuzco for 5yrs, traveling to Quillabamba, Echarati, Quelleuno. Coca leaves, the entire time until acclimated will keep you right. Your intestines also shut down, always go 24hrs without eating. Helps you acclimate much faster...

  • @kimmieh8419
    @kimmieh8419 3 дня назад +1

    First video I've seen of yours and I subscribed right away! I'm now going to binge watch your channel! 🫶

  • @NarUto-gk4nb
    @NarUto-gk4nb 11 дней назад +96

    The local you met is a true angel , he deserves all the best , we hope to see him again in your videos ❤

  • @tristanandersen3974
    @tristanandersen3974 3 дня назад +3

    Those drone shots are nuts. I still can’t get over the fact that anyone with a backpack full of gear can pull off shots that were only possible with a chartered helicopter 10 years ago.

    • @alrightyru
      @alrightyru 2 дня назад

      It's probably helpful to the locals and even the government so that they can see the extent of the sprawl

  • @Dutch_fellow
    @Dutch_fellow 13 часов назад

    Ammar's videos are by far the best ones. His respect, his calm approach is so unique!

  • @rinac.andrews3255
    @rinac.andrews3255 11 дней назад +142

    Riconada is like a post-apocalyptic and dystopian place! Glad you guys met Fidel and stayed safe! Fidel looks more like the exception in this place. Hearing Adela speak was such a heartbreaker 😥 Great job Amar! Yes Theory kills it again!

    • @NightmareRex6
      @NightmareRex6 5 дней назад

      yea it looks like megaton from fo3.

  • @caroldelaney4700
    @caroldelaney4700 6 дней назад +6

    That woman breaks my heart smashing stones in a rubbish heap.what a tough life.we have it so lucky in the west.

  • @robmangeri777
    @robmangeri777 День назад +1

    God bless you guys and I’m glad you recovered! I’m a doctor of physical therapy and the only time I saw a patient with 66 pulse ox reading he died only about an our later from end stage emphysema.

  • @Jib0053
    @Jib0053 3 дня назад +1

    This is by far, the most intense, interesting, mindblowing video I have ever found on RUclips!!! I was an instant subscriber to your channel. My sincere thanks to you guys for putting this out for us! Be safe out there in your crazy world.

  • @JosePerez-eu9ih
    @JosePerez-eu9ih 7 дней назад +17

    That was an intense experience! I am delighted that you all had the opportunity to meet Fidel; he is truly a remarkable individual. His assistance was instrumental in ensuring your safe return home. May God bless him and all the wonderful people there. What an incredible journey it has been!

  • @Woouie
    @Woouie 10 дней назад +11

    I feel like this had such potential to be one of the best documentaries about jewellery industry. We barely got the feel for what it is like to live there, to work in those conditions. Thank you for doing this, I understand it must have been dangerous even to be there. But I feel like we did not see what we actually should have seen.

  • @DR-uk5tp
    @DR-uk5tp 2 дня назад +1

    Thank you for bringing this to the world. In my thoughts, I often prayed for evil, lurking places or situations, and seeing this has really opened my eyes in how big and great evil is.
    I am praying for you young men to be safe.

  • @chanemorris9527
    @chanemorris9527 3 дня назад

    I enjoyed this well done. Your soo lucky to have made a friend that could of been a different story

  • @lorddeathspit1124
    @lorddeathspit1124 6 дней назад +104

    Those locals must be extremely durable. Living at that altitude enduring all that stress and still waking around like it’s nothing is amazing.

    • @toddmaek5436
      @toddmaek5436 5 дней назад +3

      The human body is a wonderfully adaptable machine.

    • @zakarysingleton9228
      @zakarysingleton9228 5 дней назад +5

      Adapt, improvise, overcome. 🙏

    • @uazuazu
      @uazuazu 5 дней назад +7

      Peruvian highlanders are adapted to altitude, with larger hearts and lungs. I went up to Cerro de Pasco, which is another high-altitude mining town, although legal. Up there it was 7 thick blankets on the hotel bed. Still there were locals wandering around eating ice lollies. With legal mining, you also get to see the mega mining equipment, 3 story dump trucks etc. They were just crossing over a normal public road. Mad places. But to the locals, these altitudes are normal. There are a lot of high settlements for agriculture or sheep farming, at 4000m+. That's where the maca comes from.

    • @partlycurrent
      @partlycurrent 4 дня назад +4

      well its kinda their habitat. Since much of the populated andes is at 7000 feet and over the people there do tolerate lower levels of oxygen

    • @lorddeathspit1124
      @lorddeathspit1124 4 дня назад

      @@partlycurrent they live higher than Sherpas do. It’s outstanding no matter how you cut it.

  • @samira7982
    @samira7982 12 дней назад +122

    It's heartbreaking seeing what Adela has to go through.

    • @stevenbaker7025
      @stevenbaker7025 9 дней назад +2

      😂 She chose to have 4 kids.. no one forced her. Lots of people forget how to use that thing between their ears!

    • @beezlegacy
      @beezlegacy 9 дней назад

      How did you know she was not forced? ​@@stevenbaker7025

    • @samira7982
      @samira7982 9 дней назад +31

      @@stevenbaker7025 I hope you realise that there are various socioeconomic factors to consider when talking about why people in these conditions may choose to have kids - it's never as easy as "she chose to have 4 kids".

    • @NickyBlue99
      @NickyBlue99 8 дней назад

      ​@@stevenbaker7025 Between their ears or their... ermmm.. 🦵 's?

    • @sexywarriorwomen
      @sexywarriorwomen 5 дней назад +9

      @@stevenbaker7025you never know how many of those kids were due to ra pe, and abortions and contraceptives are expensive when you ca barely afford a meal a day. You are very ignorant. Not every situation is the same.

  • @chiffonkek2
    @chiffonkek2 5 дней назад +3

    My heart goes out to Fidel, I really hope and pray that he manages to get out of this circumstance to live at a better place.

  • @a7xfanben
    @a7xfanben 13 часов назад

    Impressive footage and perspectives!

  • @louiseb6111
    @louiseb6111 9 дней назад +16

    What a sweet, sweet man he was. I wish him all the luck, joy, fortune and happiness for his future! For his kindness alone, he surely deserves it!!! 🥰❤👍

  • @LennyBennny
    @LennyBennny 7 дней назад +10

    After being stabbed and nearly killed when I was younger I barely go out anymore besides to work and back,these videos always fill me with life… maybe one day…

    • @foemystiq3214
      @foemystiq3214 2 дня назад +9

      Stop hiding brother. Go out there and LIVE. I love you

    • @maggieb4736
      @maggieb4736 4 часа назад

      ​@@foemystiq3214, how sweet 😘

  • @sincityavatar8932
    @sincityavatar8932 18 часов назад +1

    This video is the reason YES THEORY is the so special. Nobody else would have taken the personal risk to be able to show the world this place that most of us have never ever heard of. This was fascinating. Thank you Amar and Cory for putting your personal health at risk to so the world could see this amazing place.

  • @darksarcasm4835
    @darksarcasm4835 4 дня назад +1

    Thank you for the video!❤❤❤

  • @sarvajitrajadurai7552
    @sarvajitrajadurai7552 12 дней назад +17

    its crazy how u guys go and let us experience the place through videos like these. Its one of the best video on this channel and its sad to see the condition of the people. Hope Ammar and Cory is okay right now and safe

  • @SoyVictoria-NeedsYou
    @SoyVictoria-NeedsYou 11 дней назад +90

    Wow, that was another amazing video. I am an avid travel and I think this is the first time I’m going to use a sponsee of a video haha. I love what you all do, it’s very inspirational, keep up the great work and be safe!

    • @FBI_Agent_69420
      @FBI_Agent_69420 6 дней назад +1

      No you're not, you're a bot. Bots don't travel.

  • @danielleLaw007
    @danielleLaw007 9 часов назад

    Stumbled across this channel. Love it! ❤

  • @Robinrpv
    @Robinrpv 5 дней назад

    Thank you for sharing this with all of us, it looks like a very hard life, living day to day, hand to mouth, have a safe journey till your next destination.

  • @jimmarshall5453
    @jimmarshall5453 6 дней назад +7

    They are SO hospitable. That gold buying lady who asked how to say "welcome" blew my mind. The camera is one thing, but the bright yellow jacket makes you stand out even more. Did your driver sleep in his car or in a cold hotel room like yours? What did you pay your oh so helpful and friendly translator/tour guide? I would think 200 usd would be appropriate if not more.

  • @CorySMartin
    @CorySMartin 12 дней назад +84

    Habibi and Cory adventures can get wild eh haha

  • @simontravelstheworld
    @simontravelstheworld День назад

    Inspirational, thank you 🙏

  • @iquitos46
    @iquitos46 5 дней назад +2

    Their guide is representative of most of the Peruvians I have encountered over the course of 30+ years of visiting and living. Warm, open and a ready smile on faces has been my most common encounter with the people of the jungles, the mountains, the deserts and all in-between areas. Of course, there are people who are jerks but they aren't the norm. Go there and find out for yourselves. Life is too short, don't miss out on Peru and the people of Peru. Your life will be richer and you will come back with great smiles and memories. I also came back with two sons as well, better than gold, that is really rich.

  • @LAMINE1995
    @LAMINE1995 12 дней назад +23

    Fidel was literally your blessing, I'm not sure how things would've gone without him. I seriously hope he gets everything he desires as a * reward * for being such a nice, kind- hearted soul 😊❤

  • @kikoy08
    @kikoy08 9 дней назад +10

    You indeed found gold in the person you met. He has a pure heart that is willing to guide you.

  • @lich5717
    @lich5717 3 дня назад

    Thank you for your taking effort & risks to show us this place so we can experienced it too like you do ❤

  • @luiszuluaga6575
    @luiszuluaga6575 3 дня назад

    I really appreciate this presentation for what it is. Thank you for not passing any judgment on anyone.

  • @Billybobble1
    @Billybobble1 10 дней назад +7

    Yet another amazing video! As I watched I couldn't help but think this was the 'wild west' of modern times. A large number of us watching need to see these videos so as to remind us to not take our seemingly inconspicuous luxuries for granted. I hope you got Fidel as a contact, maybe one day we can have him as a guide for other interesting parts of Peru, the man deserves some success. Thank you Yes Theory for taking us on these adventures ❤

  • @traceymuy1942
    @traceymuy1942 12 дней назад +6

    Amazing video. Love that you are all able to document places that many of us won’t see. Thank you for continuing to inform the world!

  • @sabatariq7304
    @sabatariq7304 3 дня назад

    Awesome work! Highly entertaining and thought-provoking

  • @universem2978
    @universem2978 2 дня назад

    Just subbed. Love your content!!

  • @CC-kl4nh
    @CC-kl4nh 6 дней назад +8

    The pollution occurs all over the world. Even if you travel to Cancun, there is an island where all the human trash is dumped at La Isla Mujeres. South America has a huge problem. Everyone is seeking riches and money at the sacrifice of the environment. I welcome anyone to travel there and take videos of the entire mountains of trash!

  • @76playful
    @76playful 10 дней назад +7

    Blown away! Glad you all are safe! Grateful for the reminders of good human beings like Fidel everywhere alongside dangerousness. Such sadness for what they have to all go through and are risking for basic needs. Grateful for the basic amenities which are luxuries for others. Thankyou for grounding us.

    • @sleepnomore6065
      @sleepnomore6065 5 дней назад +1

      I met someone like Fidel in a small town in Mexico last Nov after my phone broke and I didn't have the exact address or contact to my Airbnb! He and his friend (college age) stayed with me in the 90F heat for hours trying to both get me a new phone and find the accommodation details, even driving me to phone shops and inviting me to his very humble home and giving me snacks and water. They wanted nothing in return and it is one of many sweet stories I have of Mexico and the Mexican people but prob my favorite.

  • @seanbremer6824
    @seanbremer6824 2 дня назад

    It's almost like the wild west great video. I would like to see more of the mine and the inner workings, maybe a second video ? Let's hope and happy you guys made it in and out of there 🙏

  • @kevinkrochak2546
    @kevinkrochak2546 День назад

    Thank you for this!

  • @CarlessSarah
    @CarlessSarah 11 дней назад +12

    Fidel is a gem. What a great insight into somewhere I’d never have known existed unless I followed your channel. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

  • @LOWxPOINT
    @LOWxPOINT 12 дней назад +25

    I would dress more incognito and attempt to blend in if I knew I was travelling to a dangerous place like that.

    • @Sol0666
      @Sol0666 8 дней назад +5

      They are going to stick out no matter what anyways with all that camera equipment. Being high profile can be method of staying safe in such places.

    • @uazuazu
      @uazuazu 5 дней назад +4

      They would look even weirder in mining gear!!!! Anyway, walking around with a local they're way safer. Either their driver or the guide they befriended will spot trouble a mile off.

  • @alexisjordan3303
    @alexisjordan3303 2 часа назад

    I am French-Peruvia and have lived in the comfort of a rich country my whoe life. I feel a deep connection to these people . Thank you for showing their lives without judging them.

  • @theodethomasa6358
    @theodethomasa6358 5 дней назад +3

    Thanks for showing me this! It is a place I will not go to! "EVER!!!"

  • @plussizedbeauty1256
    @plussizedbeauty1256 11 дней назад +9

    I hope Fidel is able to find success in his life. He's such a kind human and with a gentle soul. I wish him nothing but the best and thank you, yet again for another amazing content. :)

  • @RockySchartner
    @RockySchartner 12 дней назад +11

    So glad you did a video on this, great timing! I was just getting super curious about what life was like in the highest settlement in the world these past few days.

  • @Otlkwec4
    @Otlkwec4 3 дня назад

    Thanks Mate. It has been a great pleasure to smile watching every second of your magnificent video.

  • @4theloveof_GOD
    @4theloveof_GOD 3 дня назад

    29:30 I love this thank you this reminds me of when I was watching the show departures I think I will subscribe now. Thank you very much. You guys are great.

  • @harbordzz
    @harbordzz 11 дней назад +28

    Such great story telling alongside beautiful filming.
    Cory really elevates everything you make. When he's on a trip, it always lands!

  • @edwardferstler7776
    @edwardferstler7776 8 дней назад +18

    I really love how sweet the ladies were being and even unlocked the thing to show you the goods they get, I just have a good feeling they don’t go doing that for anyone around there 😅😅

  • @HennadiiHryshyn
    @HennadiiHryshyn 5 дней назад

    Awesome story, thank you for that :) I also love your hat, where i can buy it?

  • @SoCOJules
    @SoCOJules 4 дня назад +2

    20:13 Explains how local delinquents hang out at the discotheque…five minutes earlier, invited everyone to the discotheque. 🤔

  • @breakingborders
    @breakingborders 10 дней назад +38

    It’s been 10 years since we ventured up there. Looks as crazy as ever. Thanks for the update. Glad you made it up and out safely.