extreme sports travel insurance
extreme sports travel insurance policies available through albert & eddie are perfect for those who love nothing more than action-packed holidays, filled with lots of sporting and adrenaline-fuelled adventures.
policies that include extreme sports cover are often designed for trips that involve sports and activities that aren’t typically covered under your standard travel insurance. for example, activities such as body boarding or surfing may be covered under a standard policy, but more daring sports such as black water rafting or paragliding would need an extreme sports extension due to their riskier nature. simply let us know the types of sports you fancy participating in on your next trip and we’ll show you which of the extreme sports travel insurance panellists can offer you cover.
what cover do extreme sports policies offer through albert & eddie?
we believe that a great travel insurance policy offers travellers protection against any unexpected mishaps that could potentially happen while you're away. that’s why all the travel insurance policies available through our site not only include cover for assistance in case of a medical emergency and the expenses that come with that, but cancellation and protection for all of your belongings if you lose them or they get damaged or stolen too! all policies available through albert & eddie also come with an option to enhance your protection based on your upcoming trip. after all, no two holidays are the same – so why should your cover be?
all standard extreme sports travel insurance policies on albert & eddie include:
- up to £10 million in case of a medical emergency
- cancellation cover on all policies as soon as you purchase (giving you extra peace of mind)
- 24/7 access to an assistance team in the case of a medical emergency
- over 100 sports and activities covered as standard
- cover for UK, European and worldwide trips, as long as you are not travelling against the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office’s travel advice
- plus, a wide range of extra add-ons that let you personalise your policy even further
- cover for sports equipment providing you have purchased the relevant policy add-on!
the above list is by no means complete with all the cover that is available through the extreme sports policies but offers a quick snapshot of the standard cover available across all brands on albert & eddie.
frequently asked questions
why do I need travel insurance that covers extreme sports?
if you’re going to be taking part in any extreme sports or activities while you are away, then you’ll need to make sure that you have suitable travel insurance in place. extreme sporting holidays are considered to be much riskier than your typical beach holiday, and so more tailored and unique cover is needed to protect you for the activities that you’ll be doing – not to mention the risks involved. having the right cover for the sport or activity that you plan on getting involved in will take the weight off your shoulders and be one less thing for you to worry about.
can I get extreme sports travel insurance through albert & eddie to cover my group?
yes, you can get extreme sports travel insurance cover if you’re travelling with a group. in fact, we encourage it!
if you’re planning a thrill-seeking adventure with your friends, or even to compete abroad as part of a club, then a group travel insurance policy is definitely the best way to make sure that everyone has the most suitable cover, all under the same policy. having your whole travelling party on the same policy can also come in really handy if you later need to make a claim.
will my sports equipment be covered through an albert & eddie policy?
most standard travel insurance policies will only cover you for basic personal possessions, which is why it’s important to have a specialist extreme sports travel insurance policy in place, to protect any of your sporting equipment. just make sure you select the appropriate policy add-ons for the type of trip you are undertaking. one of the extreme sports travel insurance providers on albert & eddie (DOGTAG®) offers cover for sports equipment when you purchase specific sports cover extensions. these include golf Extension, winter sports extension, scuba diving extension, motorcycle extension, cycling extension, sailing extension or mountaineering extension. these extensions each provide additional equipment cover for the specific sporting activity.
what do you consider to be an extreme sport?
we consider an extreme sport to be any sport or activity where there is a higher amount of risk or the potential for injury due to the speed, height, physical effort and specialist equipment involved. some extreme sports will be considered to be ‘very’ high risk, and so they may often be excluded from standard extreme sports policies. that being said, even with sports that are listed as excluded, some of the extreme sports specialists on albert & eddie will consider providing one-off, unique cover. so, it’s always worth contacting our team to discuss the activity you fancy getting involved in and letting us chat to the providers to see what they can do.
what is the best travel insurance policy for extreme sports cover?
you’re probably wondering what the best travel insurance for your extreme sporting adventure is. but the best travel insurance policy for extreme sports getaways is the one that matches your travel needs. we’re here to help match you with a policy that covers every adventure that you plan to embark on. simply let us know the activities you fancy getting involved in, how much you reckon your holiday will cost you, and any equipment that you need protection for during the quote process, and we’ll show you which travel insurance providers will cover you.