I Tried Being a Porter on Africa's Tallest Mountain | Superskilled with Eva zu Beck

[@evazubeck]

Can you guys believe this is the last episode of Superskilled for now? 🥹 filming this one was such an amazing adventure and I’m so grateful to have been able to meet these inspiring women. Which episode was your favourite?!❤

[@danielj2804]

The perfect host for this series. I hope it continues and many more episodes and seasons to come. Love from Seattle

[@Campiroad]

Hi Eva I liked your series here. But i feel more authenticity in your channel. Now you just post some updates there 😅

[@RRHUM]

I just learned about you. Halfway through the clip and I want to watch more....where have you been all along??? Guess 2025 is really going to be cool❤

[@stuffilike4498]

The Matis in the Amazon was my favourite, you really got stuck in with that adventure 👍

[@Arnaud58]

Eva, this is like asking a parent who their favorite kid is!👴🤔🤗

[@andrewstephens319]

I like that you let the people tell their own stories with subtitles instead of someone doing a voice over translation while the person is talking.

[@rickyball5165]

I don't. It's hard to watch a show when you gotta read the whole time.

[@ST-vt4nu]

I also prefer this. Dubbing over them takes away from them. It takes away from their language and just them as a person imo.

[@chris_1988]

Heck yeah! This should be the default approach.

[@nexminute9880]

bahahahaha still not an accurate translation

[@SoyCaudillo]

Always been a fan of National Geographic, but over the years, it hasn’t been as exciting as it has been recently. Having Eva is refreshing and entertaining, I’m enjoying this series a lot. Thanks all involved ❤

[@paigebar1692]

This series is fantastic, well done Nat Geo 👏💖👏💖 I hope you keep featuring Eva

[@evazubeck]

Thank you ❤

[@kayegabitano7608]

More episodes for Eva please! She tells the stories so effectively.

[@DENVEROUTDOORMAN]

Nope too sensationalized

[@turbot5071]

Jambo! This was a joy and brought me back. I summited Kilimanjaro with 10 other women in June 2023. It took a small city of guides, cooks and porters (including some women) to shepherd us safely on our journey. It was tough(!) and we couldn't have done it without our incredible support team. I frequently marveled at their strength, endurance and grace. They bolstered us with beautiful Swahili song on the best and roughest of days. One of the women porters aspired to become a guide so that she could better support her family. This is a higher paying role that requires school, training and, essentially, an internship. After the trip, my fellow travelers and I were able to raise enough funds to support her tuition and books. She successfully completed the program and is now working as a guide. :)

[@YusakiHanaMisa]

I wish I had someone like Eva as a rolemodel my hole life. Her positive thinking, her strong will and her view on people and life are really inspiring.

[@wolflobo3624]

A very long time ago, when I was 14 and in the Boy Scouts, me and a bunch of other guys with adult leaders went to Philmont Scout Ranch. We took on next to the longest course with 45lb packs for 7 days hiking through mountains and canyons and switchbacks and jeep trails. It was at times brutal, but when your 14 you have the mindset to do anything. More recently, after 6 years of recovering from heart surgery I walked up Sugarloaf mountain. Only a 1/2 mile walk up stones path and then stone stairs, but I struggled greatly to reach the top but make it to the top I did! It was a great feeling of accomplishment when I turned that corner in my life. Eva, you are a true inspiration. Thank you for all you do and congratulations on this feat of sheer willpower, you rock!

[@SearchIndex]

Sugarloaf is in my neck of the woods

[@axyzxxx3352]

I’ve been hooked since EP. 1 with Eva!!! Keep it up best person brought onto this team!!!!

[@evazubeck]

Yay❤

[@javierleivamoran8452]

Eva you're the number One!!!

[@thrivingnow7843]

Great job Eva and everyone else who was on the hike. Even if you couldn't have finished because of your chest cold, your viewers would have understood. Eva you push yourself too hard. Taking care of your health is the most important. Thank you.

[@sanetvanart]

Glad you are featuring women in the episodes of your Superskilled series.

[@Maddog_Mickey_Knoxx]

Part of their new fiction series

[@glacousxx]

Haha you're so insecure. It hurts to see that there's plenty of women stronger than you 😂​@@Maddog_Mickey_Knoxx

[@edselbystuff]

​@@Maddog_Mickey_KnoxxHave you hiked Killi even once?

[@megiczarnobiala]

I literally cried on this episode. In next week I'm doing Mt Kenya and I'm superstressed about it, but this video showed me that there are people for whom this is a really struggling, real job, not a whim of rich and careless tourist. Thank you Eva! Greetings from Kenya :)

[@SisterSherryDoingStuff]

Wow - I can't even imagine doing that. Eva - you pushed yourself, with a chest cold. You did it. These women do this for a living - my mind is blown by the will power to finish the job.

[@NatGeo]

Where there's a will, there's a way 👏

[@kerridavis2630]

I'm so proud of you for pushing through ❤ I cried at the end 🦋 congratulations for being the lioness that you are 😉

[@NatGeo]

It tugged at our heartstrings too 🥹

[@garyt133]

This was an amazing series Wva, where you're story telling and empathy show through and build a wonderful engagement with the locals. We definitely need to see more.

[@breathingspace5717]

Oh wow! For over a decade I lived at a lodge hosting people coming off and on Kili- those porters are incredible people! So wonderful to see you there- pulls on the heart strings! Such a magical country and people :) when I was there I knew a guy who ran up and down in like 19 hours 😅

[@evazubeck]

Wow! That’s serious stamina 😮

[@NatGeo]

Incredible. The porters of Kilimanjaro are without a doubt *Superskilled*!

[@elsienorback7689]

The womans story sounds very inspiring. They have a deeper purpose beyond anything, which kept them going. They had such a deep drive to succeed because their children's livelihood depended on their persistence, their perseverance, their drive, their aches and pains. I'm glad that the women are proving others wrong, that they can do this physically and mentally demanding job. The women here are a true inspiration that women can do whatever they put their minds to accomplish. Its a very inspiring story with many lessons for all viewers alike.

[@dannylgriffin]

Yes, but why all single mothers?

[@NatGeo]

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[@deppy8]

Omg I wanted a new episode with eva so bad and its here!!So happyyy🎉

[@evazubeck]

Ahhh yay ❤

[@NatGeo]

Time to celebrate by watching 🙌

[@bettybanaszak5748]

Superb episode. It's one thing to make the climb, altogether another thing to make it with a chest cold, freezing climate and weight carrying. It's truly conquering the impossible with your mind being the strongest of all!!!

[@Ken-h5d]

I have been using the word, "impressive", since I started following Eva on her adventures. That word has become increasingly inadequate. The young ladies teaching Eva are simply amazing. Guests do this as a 'once in a lifetime' event. These ladies continually do it as a job.

[@Adittayarudra-vt9bx]

This is the most amazing travel show I have ever seen. I especially like the way the people relate their stories using subtitles.

[@evazubeck]

Thank you 🥹

[@adittayarudra4075]

I also agree with U..❤

[@DancingDave1]

The perfect young reporter for the job ! So glad to see her part of Nat Geographic now

[@thinebiggest]

Inner strength takes the lead when waning physical strength and doubtfulness creep in. Never give in, never quit. Your perseverance won the day Ewa Bianka Zubek. Congrats to you Eva, your team, and the wonderful woman who inspired you along this journey!

[@bendwithaflower.1933]

Oh Eva this episode was full of wild raw feminine power! WOW! The women porters are so resilient and strong, and so are you. This series was packed FULL of incredible learnings and beautiful footage. In this episode Eva I most enjoyed near the end where you shared your emotions with us and how you were feeling. It is a extremely captivating way to rein in your beloved followers to witness your struggles within this challenge. I climbed Queen Mave's Carin in County Slingo Ireland last June after not being able to be on my feet for 10 weeks due to sciatica and piriformis, it was SO hard for me. I can't imagine attempting something so grand as Kilimanjaro. I know I commented on each episode and shared why I enjoyed them, and @Nat Geo responded to my last comment on the last episode, but I thoughrly enjoyed this entire series so much, and do so hope Nat Geo will want to have you host more.

[@maddys3955]

This was a great video! I love your opening remarks about ‘some of the strongest people don’t go to the gym and don’t look how you expect.’ Brilliant! 🤯 I also love how the women dressed normally 🤷🏻‍♀️ not with hi tech gear, just what they have. In the west we get so carried away with how we look that we forget about the simplicity of just doing the act, rather than looking like we do it. It’s about the power of the person. 👏🏻 great job Eva 👍🏻 you’re tough!

[@cobalts.c.5354]

Gratuluje Ewa super przygody !!!! Z wielka przyjemnością oglądnąłem ten odcinek, Pozdrawiam serdecznie, Adam

[@szaylah]

You are amazing for doing this feat I'm actually crying for your fatigue and honesty in fact that is what stands out about you. It's your honesty and spirit of adventure that captivates all your viewers! Thank you for your life shared Eva.

[@Patricia-Wafoes]

Such strong women! Love to hear their stories and positive energy💪

[@HelenHarland-k2s]

Thanks for filming this and sharing the incredible story. We were climbing at the same time and camped at Third cave and school hut alongside you. It brought back so many memories for us. Well done Eva and Josh. You are inspirational

[@theck672]

Superwomen❣️🙌 Thanks for featuring these amazing ladies❣️🙌😍

[@carolineindacityphx]

"Yes. this is hard. But if there is something that these amazing women have taught me, it's that we can do hard things." Eva Zu Beck on Nat Geo Superskilled.

[@AlissonGMRocha]

Wow, this series keeps getting better! Bringing Eva on board was a genius move - she’s such a hero and truly brought the series to the next level. I’d watch anything she’s in! Here’s hoping for more videos featuring her! 🚀

[@divinacastellano860]

Yesss! 4th episode and hopefully not the last,Lez go Eva! Speechless! u are such an incredible super woman..❤❤❤your always my favorite main character of the story..

[@Joanne_FijiGirl]

These women, the porters of Killi - are such an inspiration. Their resilience and intentional positivity cemented by their collective "why" is truly awe-inspiring. thank you Nat Geo !

[@JPolsma]

Yess, another episode. Please keep 'm coming 🎉. The series was super great. The stories are so inspiring and I got a lot more respect for the locals you showed us. Thanks for informing and teaching us. Even clearer that knowing just a little bit about someone's story you gain massive respect.

[@markpekel4517]

Great job Eva showing a lot a mental fortitude pushing through the chest infection and abdominal pains to see it through to the end.

[@Plh-yz6hh]

Love this short series! Hope Nat Geo will do more with Eva. She is wonderful; warm, respectful and always up for an adventure. And these women are amazing!

[@interplaymarketing]

Would love to see more of these and would happily watch longer episodes too. Eva is a great host that connects so well with all these people and makes me want to know what she's going to do next. Keep it going!

[@LyraFreedomTV]

@evazubeck You are a rockstar. I am so excited to continue following you on your wonderful adventures. Someday I will rewatch your videos from the beginning when I starged watching your videos. The Island and container ship, and ponies in Mongolia. You have lived a hundred lifetimes. I am so proud of you. You represent my spirit in ways I feel deeply.

[@margowoollard]

Another brilliant episode Eva + Nat Geo, I hope Eva comes back to do further episodes!

[@DavidA-td4ue]

Climbing Kilimanjaro is one of my dreams and seeing you do it gives me motivation. I like how you made the Porters into individuals, I think a lot of people don't really appreciate how much they do. The altitude scares me more than anything else, I guess that's where the mind comes in. Thank you for showing us how to do it.

[@Een_broodje_met_beleg]

My dad always loved watching national geographic, sadly he passed away yesterday. Watching this really reminds me of him

[@shyfettymtunda4619]

My condolences to you and your family!

[@0230Raveena]

My sincere condolences. I hope he lived a long happy life.

[@yagmursimsek8366]

The most touching and inspiring episode of Superskilled! I loved every moment. Please Nat Geo, let Eva film more of these.

[@sicariigroup4714]

U just keep getting better and better at telling stories! Can’t wait to read your story of UR LIFE as a story teller…

[@elisebutson8826]

Such strong women. I was emotional hearing their insights and stories. A great example of tourism supporting livelihoods. Thank you Nat Geo and Eva 💛 for a wonderful last episode of the Superskilled Series. I loved it!

[@yeshuarules8154]

These videos for Nat Geo have been amazing and inspiring. I can't believe you did it with an infection/cold which makes it more impressive. I pray Nat Geo wants you to do more for them soon.

[@Stuart123]

Again, another superb example of a truly gifted videographer. We can only hope that you keep giving us these wonderful shows. ❤️🇨🇦

[@karin9373]

Absolutely loved this series and keeping my fingers crossed for more. Eva is so talented and brings such a refreshing vibe to to every episode. Thanks NatGeo and Eva and her team 🥰

[@TheDesertwalker]

These people are just wonderful and have a beautiful melodic way of speaking.

[@stonemadein]

Invoking my strength. What a beautiful journey with beauty all around you and learning to harmonize between the body and the mind. This was a excersize in so many ways. Thanks Nat Geo for your insight in having Eva. Surely stirs the being in us.

[@stonemadein]

Made me cry LOL

[@IvyPearsonUnderwater]

This is definitely my favourite superskilled video. The will and resilience of those women and you, Eva is truly amazing and inspiring. ❤

[@martingeyette6395]

Eva, strength is mental, you have more than proven yourself in this undertaking. An this is literally life for these people. That's why we cannot judge. There purpose fuels the determination to complete the job. Just shows with the right mindset you can achieve your goal in light of a challenging or impossible situation 👍♥️

[@Venus_LakeandSky]

These women are mentally and physically strong! Definitely a second favorite, if not because of the warm, sweet Amazonian woman , this would have been my first 🎉 When the lady said their motivation is to provide for their children… WOW! Such an admirable trait. Imagine that, inspite of discrimination and GREAT physical challenge, they push through! I hope they’re paid equally with men❤ Mad respect !!!🎉 And congratulations to you, too. You did not succumb to your illness.

[@greentan4193]

Poor Eva. You are so strong in the face of hard adversities, not only in this episode but in All your challenging episodes, sometimes just take it easy 👌🏻Take Good Care and please Do only what you Enjoy...All the Best and Infinite Blessings upon you .........

[@sidlajis3115]

Love this expedition!! True strength isn’t defined by What your physic can do It’s so much more about the mind Do you believe that you can make it Do you believe you can keep going No matter how heavy the burden Yes we can… ~ Respect to EvaZuBeck & the Kili girls…❤

[@RaymondLeonard-z8m]

I really enjoyed this series with Eva. Please bring us more content like this. Well done Eva. That was a serious challenge. I’m proud of you for getting through it all.

[@amitche7286]

You are aw-inspiring Eva. It's truly remarkable what you can do. So proud of you for finishing this challenge!

[@annaviola3392]

For all the amazing effort and adventure, it is your way with the people you’ve met and the way you let their story unfold I enjoy the most. Moved to tears by every episode. Thank you

[@JB_68]

19 thousand feet isn't an easy climb. But doing it would be a huge adventure. Im glad you pushed through all the mental pressures that where holding you back. Eva you will become a stronger and better person. Thank you for allowing all of us to see your video as we sit on our couches. i wouldn't have made it to the first camp because of my physical problems. from what ive seen in this video i should be encouraged to push along in my life. Thank you Eva.

[@shyfettymtunda4619]

Hongera sana kwa wabeba mizigo hao.Kazi yao ni nzito na ngumu lakini hawakati tamaa,wanapambana kwa ajili ya familia zao.Mungu awabariki sana.❤🎉 Eva,karibu tena Tanzania 🇹🇿.

[@LadyPantera57]

It's so inspiring to watch your courageousness and a willingness to put yourself in the shoes of others, even when it's far outside of your comfort zone! 💖💜💙💚💛🧡❤️

[@naturesmomentstv]

This video is truly inspiring! Experiencing the challenges of being a porter on Africa's tallest mountain is both admirable and eye-opening.

[@evazubeck]

And very tough! These women are totally inspiring 🎉

[@PeteGlyde]

Hello Eva: I think this vlog is my favourite of the Superskilled series so far. I have so much admiration for those female porters, they are so focused on why they are doing what they do; i.e. to educate their children. They don't look like super fit people, the Raramuri didn't look like long distant runners (in full length skirts); looks can be so deceptive. I thought you maybe didn't need prayer from me; now I'm sure you do. Pete Glyde

[@elena_a-2023]

Great episode! Eva is just a wonderful storyteller! Thank you NatGeo for these series. I hope there will be more to come.

[@kurtjensen7264]

Oh my God Eva. This is the best you’ve ever done.And National Geographic. Wow. Doesn’t get bigger than that. we are all so very proud of you. Eva. 💃

[@colonellKurtz]

I never thought that these local women do this hard job . No more words than respect !

[@nataliapedraza5456]

Girl… u got this…. It’s in the bag Darlin… I am so proud of u…. Greetings from McAllen Texas

[@marcylandon5872]

I loved all 4 episodes, you are amazing!

[@evazubeck]

Thank you, I’m so glad you got to watch all of them!

[@winfrednderui1420]

swahili is such a soft and sweet language.

[@talesfromtheleashexpatdogl1426]

Can't wait for episode 5❤❤❤ best NG show yet

[@sharondeocadez3823]

Congratulations Eva!!! you made it. More episodes of different activities please. You have proven your strength as an extraordinary woman, very inspiring, and that you are super skilled too! ❤❤❤

[@karazzakarazz]

Amazing episode, thank you Ewa! I hope there will be another series 🤞

[@karlmarkuszka6867]

Eva you are an amazing woman . I have said this before. thanks for sharing your insights comments and introducing us to a world many of us will never see .I really enjoy your introduction of the people you meet along the way and that they get to share there life with us .

[@g0ora]

Bravo Eva, really enjoyed all 4 episodes. Thank you. Difficult choice but maybe this one my favourite of the four.

[@peterlundskow4061]

This is my favorite of the four. This is very impresssive compared to your last trek up Kilimanjaro! Hope you do some more, but I do hope you keep up your own channel with that great dog of your's!

[@baruskas]

my fave is definitely the Matis episode!! well done!

[@Sparky.07]

Eva is the best! We need her more on NG!

[@conniesee1126]

Loved this! I would love to see this with the porters on Machu Picchu . Having hiked along side them it was so inspiring and incredible to see. Very hard working people in a min blowingly beautiful place.

[@kathleenanderson4008]

When I did it we had an unexpected blizzard and the last day was in snow. Still had a beautiful view esp. of the glaciers. Can’t even imagine doing it with a chest infection. I just had a headache. It was definitely an experience of a lifetime. The porters are incredible. Many of the porters had to turn back as they were only wearing sandals.

[@stephenrashbrook7667]

Your mental strength is beyond. Great episode thanks Eva thanks Nat Geo.

[@Peter.R.M.]

Very inspirational Eva, the porters are clearly very special people. Good luck for 2025.

[@grandmad3823]

More episodes please! I enjoyed every episode so much. If I had to pick a favorite, it had to be this one. The strength and determination of these women, including Eva, was amazing. Now, the question is, how on earth did Eva get down? The way she came up I imagine.

[@Hamata68]

I'm a long time fan and really love these series, thx Eva and Nat. Geo for giving her the opportunity. Also i want to wish Eva, her family and everyone in this community, a very healthy, adventurous and bit more peaceful 2025 . Also i hope we get more superskilled episodes, i really loved them, as did my wife. So Nat. Geo, plz ??? 😉👍👊🤞

[@chezsylvie007]

my favourite is the last one since it showed your strength, character and how perservance is key to the end result

[@MimiPet]

Eva zu Beck you are a great woman and example for many of us so why you successfully did it! About abdominal pain, you probably had it because you had breakfast before. It happened to me in the past and I understand that I should go walking in high altitude without eating before but later when I am in high places. National Geographic did a good job with you!

[@jonathanb9037]

Each episode is some of the best content in on KZbin. Well done Nat Geo and Eva!!

[@annieclarke349]

the strength a mother trying to take care of her child is able to muster is amazing and unmatched. At the same time it is sad they have to be this strong and have to be away from their kids to take care of them

[@stantheman5163]

Truly great achievement being able to make that climb under load while suffering from a chest infection. Mentally and physically challenging to say the least!

[@AS-lh7rc]

These women are incredible!!!

[@jimgoodman1845]

BELIEVE IN WHAT YOU DO And BE PATIENT. Thanx4sharing, enjoyed the Episode 👍

[@WorldT]

really enjoyed this amazing series of Superskilled, can not wait for the next , thanks on sharing

[@cappie8345]

Love this series. Hope it is renewed!

[@denisshea6494]

Absolutely fantastic !!!!!!! You recreated yourslf without lossing your authenticity or charm . Fantastic series !!! If you were great , (which you were ) so then your team must be great also.

[@malc121]

An amazing video Eva you are so inspirational looking forward to seeing more of your adventures 👏🏻❤️

[@forestcottage7321]

Hi Eva from Australia, You remind me of being young and fit, and give us all inspiration! I'm a retired nurse, army girl from Down Under, and really LOVE watching your adventures, and just in awe of your can do attitude!! Stay well and I look for forward to more in 2025. 🌻🌻🦘🦘🙏🙏

[@oddache4357]

You're such a badass!! I cried with and for you, but you made it! Congratulations and happy new year everyone! ❤

[@dils_delicious]

Such strong women !!! Physically and mentally

[@evazubeck]

They truly are ❤

[@CaseyWiggin]

This series was amazing! What super women including you

[@madssterbye2149]

Really good series with Eva zu Beck. More of that please 😊❤