Mountain Rescue Association in South America

Group of Mountain Rescuers in South America – High Mountan Rescue Team

Private organization dedicated to public service and specializing in the search and rescue operations in mountains and areas of difficult access.

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Welcome to the official page of MRAS

High Mountain Rescue Association in South America. We are an organization dedicated to search, rescue and assistance in mountainous environments and remote and difficult-to-access areas.

These associations are made up of highly trained professionals in various disciplines related to rescue, as well as committed volunteers who prioritize the safety and well-being of hikers, mountaineers and travelers in these regions.

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Who we are: "Height, courage and life: every rescue is a triumph over the limits of man and nature."

Conquering peaks and saving lives with relentless resolve

Infrastructure

Has operational bases and camps in strategic locations, as well as off-road vehicles and helicopters to access remote areas.

Trained Personnel

Includes certified mountain guides, specialized rescuers, doctors and paramedics trained in first aid and medical care in high mountains, and helicopter pilots.

Specialized Equipment

The association is equipped with advanced technical gear such as rope and anchor systems, radio and satellite communication devices, and emergency medical equipment.

International Collaboration

Many of these associations have cooperation agreements with international rescue organizations and participate in training programs and knowledge exchange.

Medical Evacuation And Advisory

Transportation/ repatriation to home hospital of choice for members requiring hospitalization.

24/7/365 Traveler Assistance

Real-time help with destination health-care systems, visa and passport issues, translation and more.

About Our Team

Safety Through Training Mountain Rescue Update Courses Every Year

Mountain guides do INTERNATIONAL COURSE SECURITY AND RESCUE IN ROUGH AREAS every year due to security protocols.

Our International Rescue Network

High Mountain Rescue Group Socorro Andino/Andean Relief in South America

Andean Rescue in South America is a specialized rescue service that focuses on providing assistance in emergencies that occur in the mountainous regions of the Andes Mountains. This concept brings together multidisciplinary teams of rescuers, mountain guides, lifeguards and volunteers trained to operate in extreme conditions at high altitudes. 

Bolivia: Socorro Andino Boliviano S.A.B.

Bolivian Association of Mountain Guides is the only professionally trained, qualified, certified and accredited rescue team. Guides AGMT.

Ecuador: ASEGUIM Rescue Group G.R.A

Ecuadorian Association of Mountain Guides to carry out search and rescue operations in dangerous or extreme situations.

Chile: Socorro Andino Chileno S.A.C

We are a Mountain Guides and Volunteer Organization that Searches for and Rescues people in Mountainous and hard-to-Reach Areas.

Peru: Socorro Andino Peruano S.A.P

We are a Group Specialized in High Mountain Rescue, made up of experienced Mountain Guides, Rescuers and Volunteers trained in search techniques. specialized in high mountains.

Argentina: Socorro Andino Argentino S.A.A

The Andean Relief Corps (CSA) is a Volunteer Organization that Specializes in Search and Rescue in Mountains and hard-to-reach areas. Formed by Mountain Guides

Colombia: Socorro Andino Colombiano S.A.C

We are a Group of Volunteers, Mountain Guides from the Andean Rescue Corps Who have been instrumental in Safeguarding the lives of Mountaineers in Colombia.

VIDEOS OF SOME ARCHIVES OF THE RESCUES

These Archived Videos Showcase our team’s real Rescue Operations in Challenging Mountain conditions. Watch us in Action as we navigate difficult terrain to save lives.

The main mission of the High Mountain Rescue

Association of South America

is to ensure the safety and protection of people who carry out activities in high mountain environments. This organization works in prevention, rescue and assistance in emergency situations in mountainous areas, especially in remote or difficult to access places. Its work includes:

1. Emergency Rescues

They provide assistance to mountaineers, tourists and adventurers who face dangerous situations, whether due to accidents, unexpected weather changes or health problems related to altitude.

2. Training and capacity building

They offer specialized training in rescue techniques, first aid in the mountains, navigation in difficult terrain and survival in extreme conditions.

3. Collaboration with local entities

They work together with local governments, national parks, indigenous communities and other organizations to ensure safety on trekking and climbing routes.

4. Awareness and prevention

In addition to rescues, the association focuses on raising awareness of the risks associated with mountain activities, educating tourists and professionals on best practices to minimize risks.

Our partner

We are Partner with Global Rescue

Mountain Rescue Association is partners with Global Rescue to offer the world’s leading travel protection services. Medical and security emergencies happen. When they do, we rely on Global Rescue to provide our clients with medical, security, travel risk and crisis response services. Without a membership, an emergency evacuation could cost over $100,000. More than one million members trust Global Rescue to get them home safely when the unexpected happens. We highly recommend enroll with Global Rescue, in particular for peaks over 7000m. Read more

Emergency contacts

Emergency call 24 / 7

If you have an accident in the mountains, please call the following «Mountain Rescue» numbers. To use the emergency SMS service: «Send a text message to the following WhatsApp numbers with more information» + details of the incident + location.

If you have any emergency in the mountains, contact us!

Every Second Counts in our Life-Saving Mission. We are here to help you!

Mountain Rescue Team Members are on call, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to recover climbers from precipitous crags, reunite lost walkers with their pals and ensure injured and sick casualties are safely delivered into vital hospital care.

A Mountain Rescuer is a Professional who specializes in the search, recovery and assistance of people in emergency situations in mountainous environments. These experts are trained to handle a variety of complex and dangerous scenarios that can arise in high and remote terrain. Here is a detailed description of their role and skills.

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We are the only private company leading Altitude Rescue at 6000 meters.

Run by a headquarters composed of highly experienced Peruvian mountain guides

Our guides are certified by IVBV – UIAGM – IFMGA, the gold standard in mountain guiding certifications

Our mountain rescue team delivers rapid response with certified experts at every step

Photo Gallery

Mountain Heroes in Action

Don't Panic, Our Mountain Rescue Team Is Here To Save Your Adventure. Contact Us Now!