Altitude Sickness Clinic in London
Personalised advice to help you plan for higher altitudes and feel prepared before you travel.
- Understand your risk before you go
- Plan practical steps to reduce symptoms
- Know what to pack and what to avoid
- Travel with more confidence at altitude
Trip-based guidance
Advice tailored to where you are going, how quickly you will ascend, and what you plan to do at altitude.
Medicine and health review
A check of your current medicines, allergies, and past reactions to help you make safe travel plans.
Clear next steps
Leave with a simple plan for prevention, what to watch for, and when to adjust your itinerary if needed.
What this service involves
You will talk through your destination, planned altitude, pace of ascent, and any previous issues at altitude. We will review your medicines and health history and discuss practical ways to reduce symptoms. You will leave with clear, tailored guidance on preparation, what to monitor, and sensible next steps for your trip.
Timing advice before travel
Guidance on when to start planning, including how changes to your itinerary can help you adjust more comfortably.
Practical prevention focus
Simple actions such as pacing, hydration, and rest strategies to support acclimatisation and reduce disruption.
At a glance
- FundingPrivate
- CategoryTravel health
- Duration30 minutes
- Cost£40
- SettingPrivate consulting room
What we provide
These are the key areas we cover during your appointment.
Altitude and itinerary review
We discuss your route, maximum altitude, and how fast you will ascend to shape a realistic acclimatisation plan.
Pacing and acclimatisation plan
Advice on ascent speed, rest days, and adjusting plans to reduce the chance of symptoms affecting your trip.
Self-care guidance
Practical tips such as hydration, alcohol avoidance, sleep, and recognising early warning signs while travelling.
Medicines check
A review of your regular medicines, allergies, and previous reactions to help you make safe choices for travel.
What to do if symptoms start
Clear guidance on sensible next steps, including when to pause, descend, or change your plans based on symptoms.
Who this service is for
Suitable for adults planning trips to higher altitudes who want personalised preparation and practical guidance.
Holidaymakers visiting high places
People travelling to mountain regions by road, rail, or cable car who may reach altitude quickly.
Trekkers and tour groups
Those on multi-day itineraries who want pacing and acclimatisation guidance to match the route.
People with health conditions or medicines
Anyone who wants to check how current medicines, allergies, or past reactions could affect altitude plans.
Your questions answered
It is best to book 6 to 8 weeks before you travel so there is time to plan your itinerary and any preventive steps.
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