If the unexpected ever happens on safari, AMREF Flying Doctors — Africa’s leading air ambulance — is on call for you 24/7. Included free on every Sense of Adventure trip.
From the first radio call to arrival at hospital, AMREF’s experienced medical and aviation teams manage the entire evacuation, start to finish.
Your guide contacts AMREF’s dedicated emergency response centre — staffed around the clock, every day of the year.
Professional medical and aviation teams assess the situation and coordinate the fastest, safest response.
A specialised aircraft evacuates you from the nearest bush airstrip — with ground ambulance support where needed.
You are delivered to the nearest appropriate medical facility, with professionals managing every step.
Africa’s leading air ambulance
Trusted across East Africa for 65+ years
AMREF Flying Doctors is Africa’s leading air ambulance and emergency evacuation provider, with more than 65 years of experience across East Africa. Renowned for rapid response, professional medical teams and specialised aircraft, they are the provider trusted by safari operators, conservation organisations, expatriates and international travellers alike.
Should an emergency arise during your safari, AMREF Flying Doctors can arrange emergency air evacuation from remote locations to the nearest appropriate medical facility.
Where necessary and available, ground ambulance services are coordinated to ensure seamless transportation and continuous emergency support.
A dedicated emergency response centre is staffed around the clock, providing immediate assistance and coordination whenever it is required.
Experienced medical and aviation teams manage the entire evacuation process — a rapid, efficient and professional response when it matters most.
Peace of mind is an essential part of any safari. Whether you’re tracking lions in the Masai Mara, crossing the plains of Amboseli, or venturing deep into Kenya’s remote wilderness, evacuation support is quietly on standby — so you can immerse yourself completely in the adventure.
AMREF Flying Doctors coverage provided through Sense of Adventure is an emergency evacuation service only — it does not replace comprehensive travel insurance. We strongly recommend all travellers carry their own policy for medical treatment, hospitalisation, trip cancellation, baggage and other travel-related expenses. Our guide to safari travel insurance explains exactly what a proper policy should include.
Your adventure deserves the highest standards of safety — and they’re already included. Let’s plan a safari you can enjoy with total peace of mind.
