Simple and flexible travel insurance to take you trekking around the world. Buy at home or while travelling, and claim online from anywhere in the world.
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For information relating to policies purchased prior to 27 June 2024, please check the Policy Wording provided with your purchase. You can contact us if you need this sent to you again. For policies purchased from 27 June 2024 please see below.
If your heart's set on trekking beyond the UK, whether you're chasing the sun on Spain’s Camino de Santiago or exploring the ancient Inca Trail in Peru, a bit of preparation goes a long way.
You’ve got your gear sorted, your route planned, but have you considered travel insurance? Just like a good pair of boots, hiking travel insurance is designed to support you when the unexpected happens, ensuring your adventure continues smoothly even when the trail doesn’t.
Are you a seasoned British hiker on the lookout for your next pinnacle or do you prefer the simplicity of a family weekend walk? No matter how adventurous your hiking plans, World Nomads plans may offer cover (up to the benefit limits) for:
All World Nomads policies also carry the following services:
Both the Standard and Explorer plans offer cover for hiking / trekking / rambling / bushwalking / fell walking up to 3,000 metres on recognised routes. Got the urge to climb a little higher? There’s an option to upgrade your coverage levels (Level 2: 4,500m, Level 4: 6,000m). Make sure you select these upgrades when you purchase, as you can’t upgrade halfway up the mountain.
If you’re lucky enough to have some extra adventure or sport activities planned such as kayaking or mountaineering, check out our article on covered sports and activities, which will help you select the optional upgrades you’ll need to add to your plan when you buy your policy, you can’t add them afterwards. Terms and conditions apply, please read your Policy Wording carefully or contact us if you have any questions.
When choosing between a Single-Trip or Annual Multi-Trip policy for your hiking adventures, it’s all about how often you plan to trek.
Sorry – we won’t cover you if you do something reckless (such as tackling an extreme hiking trip into a remote area when you’re only a beginner). Some things we don’t cover include:
Before you head for the hills, the following tips can help you maximise your peace of mind, safety and validity of cover.
You are not eligible to buy a policy if you travel against medical advice, travel with the intention of receiving medical treatment, or have a terminal illness. World Nomads policies cannot cover claims due to Pre-Existing Medical Conditions (PEMC), regardless of whether the condition is serious or not. You can still purchase a World Nomads policy, but the PEMC exclusion cannot be removed, and you will be responsible for any related costs.
This is only a summary of coverage and does not include the full terms, conditions, limitations and exclusions of the policy. You should read your Policy Wording in full so you understand what is and isn’t covered. That way there won’t be any surprises if you need to use it. If you have any questions, please get in touch.
Here are our most frequently asked questions about buying travel insurance for hiking & trekking. You can also find the answers to other questions in our Helpdesk or you can ask the customer service team.
We’ve tried to give you the freedom to hike from Alberta to Zambia by helping cover some of those nasty accidents. For further info, click here
If you can, contact the emergency medical assistance team to help arrange the care that you need. If you have no connectivity, then contact local authorities and have them call the assistance team once you’re in safe hands. For further info, click here.
If your gear is lost or damaged by the airline, you have coverage under your policy to help cover some of the cost to replace them. Some exclusions apply. For further info, click here.
If you’re hospitalized because of an accident, the insurer may help cover these costs upfront. For further info, click here.
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You are not eligible to buy a policy if you travel against medical advice, travel with the intention of receiving medical treatment, or have a terminal illness. World Nomads policies cannot cover claims due to Pre-Existing Medical Conditions (PEMC), regardless of whether the condition is serious or not. You can still purchase a World Nomads policy, but the PEMC exclusion cannot be removed, and you will be responsible for any related costs.
For information on travel insurance providers that offer cover on PEMC, visit Money Helper or call 0800 138 7777.
If you need medical assistance or emergency medical evacuation our team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year before and during your trip.
Wherever you are, we’re here 24/7 to help you in any emergency.
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For policies purchased on or after 27 June 2024
+44 (0) 144 444 2021 (Call via an operator reverse charges. Not toll free.)
For policies purchased before 27 June 2024:
Phone: +44 (0) 203 093 1750 (Call via an operator reverse charges. Not toll free.)