Emergency Assistance from the Drakensberg Mountain Rescue unit. Medical emergencies in the Drakensberg fall under the authority of the Provincial Ambulance and Emergency Medical Service (AEMS).
However,
due to the hazards and technical difficulties encountered in the Berg, the Kwazulu
Natal Section of the Mountain Club of South
Africa carries out rescues. Helicopters from the South African Air Force
support the highly efficient and well-equipped rescue team. In the event of
an accident or death, the nearest Parks Board ranger or police station should
be notified as soon as possible. They will make the rescue call. Phone 10177
anywhere in Kwazulu Natal.