Insurance saves trouble and costs in the event of damage. There are a few things to bear in mind and a distinction must be made as to whether you are taking part in an expedition or another trip.
Types of insurance:
- Evacuation insurance or Global Rescue membership (mandatory)
- General travel insurance for medical treatment (recommended)
- Trip cancellation and interruption insurance (strongly recommended to cover cancellation costs)
EVACUATION INSURANCE
For expeditions over 6000m or in the event of an accident over 6000m, you will need mandatory evacuation insurance with cover for rescue and retrieval costs even over 6000m. These can be very high if helicopters and personnel are used. Nowadays, helicopter rescues up to almost 7000m are possible under certain conditions and have already been carried out successfully.
We work closely with Global Rescue and recommend Global Rescue membership, which has established itself as the standard for international expeditions. Attention! Follow-up costs (e.g. medical treatment costs in a hospital etc.) are not included. Separate travel insurance must be taken out for follow-up costs.
→ You can purchase a Global Rescue membership here.
Confirmation of Global Rescue membership or confirmation of insurance cover must be received at least 3 months before the start of the expedition, as we need this for the permit application.
