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| 💰 Cost From | USD 6500 (per person) |
|---|---|
| ⏱ Duration | 4 hours |
| 👥 Group Size | 5 Pax |
| 📍 Starts From | Makalu |
| 🎯 Ends At | Kathmandu or Biratnagar |
We provide helicopter rescue services from the Mount Makalu region, one of Nepal’s most remote and breathtaking Himalayan areas. Standing tall at 8,485 meters, Mount Makalu is the fifth-highest mountain in the world. Unlike the busier Everest or Annapurna regions, Makalu receives fewer trekkers due to its challenging access, but those who venture here are rewarded with spectacular views of vast Himalayan ranges, golden sunrises and sunsets, rolling green hills, and pristine forests.
The journey through the Makalu region also offers a glimpse into the rich local culture and rural lifestyle, where ancient shrines and traditional villages welcome travelers along the trail. However, trekking in such high-altitude terrain can sometimes lead to unexpected emergencies such as altitude sickness, injuries, or exhaustion. In those critical moments, our Makalu Helicopter Rescue team is ready to respond swiftly.
With decades of experience in high-altitude rescue operations, our skilled pilots and medical support team can reach your location quickly once your situation is confirmed. Depending on the urgency, we either transfer patients to the nearest domestic airport—where our ambulance is on standby—or fly directly to a hospital in Kathmandu or Biratnagar for immediate medical care. Your safety is our top priority, and we’re available 24/7 for any emergency helicopter evacuation in the Makalu region.
The Makalu Helicopter Rescue service by Nepal Helicopter Service Pvt. Ltd. offers quick, safe, and professional emergency air evacuation from the remote Makalu region of eastern Nepal. Towering at 8,485 meters (27,838 feet), Mount Makalu is the fifth-highest mountain in the world and one of the most challenging Himalayan peaks. Its isolated terrain, unpredictable weather, and high altitude often make rescue operations extremely difficult — but with our advanced high-altitude helicopters and experienced pilots, emergency evacuation from this region is possible within hours.
Trekkers and climbers on the Makalu Base Camp Trek or surrounding routes may face sudden altitude sickness, hypothermia, or accidents that require immediate evacuation. Nepal Helicopter Service provides 24/7 rescue standby, using Airbus H125 (AS350 B3e) helicopters designed for high-altitude performance. Our professional rescue team coordinates directly with guides, local authorities, and hospitals to ensure patients receive the fastest medical support in Kathmandu or Biratnagar.
In case of emergency, contact Nepal Helicopter Service directly or through your trekking agency, guide, or insurance provider. Share your GPS coordinates or nearest village.
Our team immediately coordinates with the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) for flight clearance and your insurance company for authorization.
Depending on weather conditions, a helicopter departs from Kathmandu, Biratnagar, or Lukla, ensuring the fastest route to the Makalu region.
Upon arrival, the crew provides emergency oxygen and first aid. The patient is safely airlifted to a medical facility.
We transfer patients directly to hospitals such as Grande International, Norvic, CIWEC, or Dharan Medical College depending on the severity and location.
The Makalu Helicopter Rescue is an emergency air evacuation service operated by Nepal Helicopter Service Pvt. Ltd., providing quick rescue from the remote Makalu region in eastern Nepal.
Depending on weather and distance, a rescue helicopter can reach Makalu Base Camp or nearby villages within two to three hours after confirmation.
All operations are conducted by Nepal Helicopter Service Pvt. Ltd., a licensed and trusted rescue operator under the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN).
We use the Airbus H125 (AS350 B3e) helicopter, designed for high-altitude flights and capable of performing rescues above 7,000 meters.
The cost ranges from USD 3,500 to 6,000 depending on the location, altitude, and weather. Most insurance policies cover this cost.
Yes, travel insurance covering emergency evacuation and medical rescue is mandatory for trekkers and climbers in the Makalu region.
Yes, you can pay directly. Nepal Helicopter Service will provide all documents necessary for reimbursement from your insurance provider later.
Altitude sickness, hypothermia, exhaustion, frostbite, or injuries from slips and falls are common causes for Makalu Helicopter Rescue.
Yes, the helicopter can land safely at Makalu Base Camp or other suitable flat areas approved by local authorities and pilots.
Our rescue operations are carried out by experienced pilots following strict CAAN safety standards and real-time weather monitoring.
Patients are transferred to hospitals in Kathmandu or Biratnagar, such as Norvic, Grande, Mediciti, CIWEC, or Dharan Medical College.
Depending on the helicopter model and patient condition, one or two passengers can be evacuated in a single flight.
You can contact Nepal Helicopter Service directly through phone, WhatsApp, or coordinate through your trekking agency or insurance provider.
Night rescues are limited due to visibility, but we are on standby to depart immediately at first light when it’s safe to fly.
If weather conditions are poor, our team monitors closely and dispatches the helicopter as soon as visibility allows safe flight.
Yes, but rescues must follow CAAN and national park regulations for environmental and safety compliance.
Yes, we work closely with guides, lodges, and local authorities to ensure the fastest and most accurate rescue response.
Yes, depending on the situation, we can fly patients directly to Kathmandu, Biratnagar, or Pokhara hospitals.
Our pilots have extensive Himalayan flight experience and have performed hundreds of rescues in high-altitude areas like Makalu and Everest.
Because we provide the fastest response, certified pilots, advanced helicopters, and trustworthy coordination — making us Nepal’s most reliable rescue company in the Himalayas.