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Just you and the open road, the basics on your back, the world at your feet. Backpacking is a rite of passage for many nomads seeking maximum experience for minimum expense.
You might be setting out to find your crew or yourself, to connect with a destination or frolic at every festival.
But even if you can do without your creature comforts, travel insurance may still be a good idea.
World Nomads covers backpackers as they travel all over the world with travel insurance designed for backpacking in Thailand, Vietnam, South America, Europe and more.
If your travels take you on the wrong kind of adventure – like a sudden illness or injury, stolen or misdirected belongings or an emergency that requires you to head home pronto – travel insurance may be able to help you with expenses. Plus, our 24/7 Emergency Assistance team is here for you in a crisis, providing guidance and pre-approving costs if necessary.
World Nomads supports backpacking adventures of all types, with protection for:
Travel insurance isn’t designed to cover everything. Here are a few things we don’t cover:
This is not a full list of what is and isn’t covered, so please check your policy for a full list of terms, conditions, limitations and exclusions that may apply to your specific plan. Any example scenarios provided above are not a guarantee of coverage. All claims are subject to review, require documentation and are considered individually. If you have any questions about what is and is not covered, please reach out – we’re happy to help.
Here are some pointers to help keep you covered while backpacking.
Are you traveling long-term, you lucky thing? You can buy more travel insurance while abroad (waiting periods may apply) even if you don’t have a return ticket. World Nomads policies offer coverage for up to 180 days at a time.
With World Nomads you can buy travel insurance before you go or when you're already traveling, any time anywhere, 24-hours a day. Fill out the quick quote form below to get an instant quote.
When you buy a World Nomads travel insurance policy, rest assured your coverage has been crafted by passionate travelers who have lugged backpacks, battled bedbugs and waited in line for the restroom too. For trip ideas and tips, check out our article on backpacking dos and don’ts and much more.
Travel insurance doesn't cover everything. All of the information we provide is a brief summary. It does not include all terms, conditions, limitations, exclusions and termination provisions of the plans described. Coverage may not be the same or available for residents of all countries, states or provinces. Please carefully read your policy wording for a full description of coverage.
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Take the pain out of medical or dental costs.
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Whether you need medical or dental assistance or advice, emergency evacuation or travel assistance, 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.
Are you in need of emergency assistance right now?
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Travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families. Nobody wants to think about all the things that could go wrong on their trip, but these things can and do happen. So be prepared and get your travel insurance today.
Here are our most frequently asked questions about overseas medical insurance. You can also find the answers to other questions in our Helpdesk or you can ask our customer service team. If you’re looking for general travel advice, you can ask our community at Ask a Nomad.
Before your trip, check the latest government advice for any travel alerts for your destination.