The short answer
A doctor review before you book is strongly advised, and some programmes ask for health forms. Heart, lung, blood pressure and diabetes need careful discussion.
Key facts
- Discuss
- Heart, lungs, blood pressure
- Also
- Diabetes, recent surgery, mobility
- Forms
- May be required; ask us
How it works
- See your doctor before you bookDiscuss the route, the altitude (above 4,500 m for days) and your medicines. Heart, lung and blood-pressure conditions need a clear opinion.
- Complete any health formsSome operators ask for a medical declaration. Be honest, because accurate information protects you and your group.
- Carry prescriptions and a full supplyBring enough regular medicines for the whole trip plus spare days, and keep them in your hand luggage.
Preparing with your doctor
Discuss the route, the altitude and your medicines. Ask about heart, lung, blood-pressure and sleep conditions, and whether a fitness test is wise. Carry a summary of your medical history and a list of medicines in English.
Be honest on health forms; accurate information helps the guide plan.
Fitness before you go
Build stamina with walking, stair climbing and light hill walks for several weeks. Fitness helps recovery but does not prevent altitude sickness. Make sure your insurance covers altitude and evacuation.
Insider tip
Be honest about health. It protects you and your group.
Avoid this
Do not hide a condition to get a seat.
Related questions
Is there an age limit?
Operators may set limits or ask for extra medical clearance. Ask when you enquire, because rules differ between programmes.
Can people with diabetes go?
With medical clearance and careful planning, some do. Discuss monitoring, storage of insulin in the cold and access to snacks with your doctor.
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