Monitoring Methods – Examination by the Kilimanjaro Porters Assistance Project of the company’s performance through:
- Porter questionnaires
- Interviews of Porters
- Observation of tipping procedure
- Examination of salary distribution
- Surveillance by a KPAP porter representative working as a porter on the climb
The Partner for Responsible Travel Program is based on the Proper Porter Treatment Guidelines established by the following Kilimanjaro stakeholders:
- Tanzanian Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism
- Tanzania National Park Authority (TANAPA)
- Kilimanjaro National Park Authority (KINAPA)
- Tour Operator Associations
- Guide and Porter Associations
IMEC/KPAP advocates for the following porter treatment standards:
- Porters are paid the minimum wage agreed upon by the government and Kilimanjaro stakeholders
- Salaries must be paid within 2 days after the descent of a climb as per KINAPA regulations
- A transparent tipping procedure so porters receive the full tip amount intended for them
- Loads carried by the porter should not exceed 20 kg for the company excluding porters personal kit
- Porters are provided with 3 meals per day and of adequate portion
- Porters have proper shelter conditions and sleeping equipment
- Porters are outfitted with proper gear
- Sick or injured porters are properly cared for
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