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From vast savannahs to breathtaking waterfalls, from vibrant city downtowns to the most famous wildlife on the planet, Africa offers adventures like no other. But it also presents plenty of risk for travelers. With a Global Rescue membership, you can explore the continent confidently, knowing that world-class medical and security services are just a call away.
Rescue from the point of illness or injury to the nearest appropriate medical facility.
Evacuation and Advisory Services
Transportation/repatriation for members requiring hospitalization to home hospital of choice.
Traveler Assistance 24/7/365
Real-time help with destination healthcare systems, visas and passport issues, translation and more.
Detailed Destination Reports
Travel advisories and destination reports for 215 countries and territories.
Real-Time Events Alerts
Up-to-date notifications on health and security events worldwide.
Global Rescue knows Africa
With more than 20 years of operations rescuing and protecting travelers around the world, Global Rescue is no stranger to Africa. we’ve helped members across the continent travel with the confidence to know they’re protected in case of an emergency.
Explore the interactive map to discover a Global Rescue operation conducted in each country.
Get a free Destination Report to learn the entry requirements, travel status, required immunizations, health and security assessments.
Traditional insurance won’t rescue you, and a medical evacuation can cost up to $300,000. The cost to our members? Just the price of their membership, which starts as low as $139.
Without Global Rescue, your travel emergency could take longer, cost more — and make a dangerous situation a lot worse. That’s the value of a travel protection membership.
Get a price estimate
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We’ll send help if you are unable to get to a hospital and in urgent need of care. With no distance requirement, rescue services are available whether you’re close to your lodging or in a remote location.
Medical Evacuation
If you do have to be hospitalized and you’re far from home, we have the proven capability to transport our members back to their home hospital of choice.
Medical and Security Services
Our operations centers are staffed by experienced nurses, paramedics and military special operations veterans.
Travel Assistance
Whether it’s a language barrier during an emergency or a lost passport, Global Rescue travel assistance can help with unexpected issues.
In-house Expertise
Speak to an in-house Global Rescue expert on the first call. Personalized communications, recommendations and responses continue until your emergency is resolved.
Destination Reports and Alerts
Travel advisories and destination reports for 215 countries and territories, including destination-specific risk assessments and restrictions.
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LEGAL NOTICE
Mobile Apps:
Global Rescue Mobile Apps are designed for operation on the current versions of Android and iOS operating systems. Availability of services is subject to your equipment compatibility, connectivity and signal in your location. There is no guarantee that all features and functionality will be available in your location. Use and availability of the Mobile Apps are subject to your service provider’s plan and may be subject to additional fees from your provider. The download and use of a Global Rescue Mobile App is subject to the terms of your Member Services Agreement and the applicable End User License Agreement (EULA).
For individuals 85+, medical transport is not included in membership. Members 85+ may purchase medical transport on a fee for service basis.
Mobile Apps:
Global Rescue Mobile Apps are designed for operation on the current versions of Android and iOS operating systems. Availability of services is subject to your equipment compatibility, connectivity and signal in your location. There is no guarantee that all features and functionality will be available in your location. Use and availability of the Mobile Apps are subject to your service provider’s plan and may be subject to additional fees from your provider. The download and use of a Global Rescue Mobile App is subject to the terms of your Member Services Agreement and the applicable End User License Agreement (EULA).