Rescue: Trekkers should be aware that there is very little in the way of rescue organization for handling trekker's emergencies in Nepal. All trekkers should make sure that they are covered by a suitable travel insurance policy. This, at least, must cover the cost of a helicopter (charter) rescue, which is the only practical way of evacuating a seriously ill or injured patient from most of the trekking areas. It is essential to leave details of this policy with us in Kathmandu.

In the event that you do have a problem, our trekking guides are capable to solve the problem at their best.  You may ask your guides to send a reliable message. Make sure that a note is sent detailing the location of the patient, the problem being experienced, specifying what help is needed. Fortunately, these days, helicopters are readily available, at a price, from Kathmandu, Pokhara and Nepalgunj . If a message can be sent then it is likely that a rescue can be mounted reasonably quickly.