
If you are planning to travel the world it is important to ensure you have backpackers insurance to protect yourself in the event of an emergency.
Available for anyone under the age of 36 years of age, backpacker insurance from Direct Travel Insurance provides the peace of mind you need when travelling the globe.
If you are planning to travel for between 3 months and 12 months, you can be sure to find backpackers insurance to suit your needs here.
Our backpackers travel insurance policies provide cover for a choice of worldwide destinations at a range of prices. Whether you’re planning to discover the charm of Europe by train or setting off to explore the jungles of South America on foot, you can get the right gap year travel insurance at the right price from Direct Travel Insurance.
If you are looking for flexibility in your backpacker travel insurance, then we’ve got that covered too. Unlike most gap year travel insurance policies, with Direct Travel Insurance you can stop-over for up to 14 days in any area of the world even if that travel area is not included in your backpackers travel insurance policy.
Our gap year travel insurance also includes the option to extend the duration of your policy for up to a total duration of 18 months, ideal for when you can’t bring yourself to leave your paradise!
Because travelling the world is about new experiences, our backpackers insurance gives you the freedom to get involved with hazardous sports such as bungee jumping and white water rafting.
For further details go to our hazardous sports information page.
It is important to choose your gap year travel insurance wisely. Whilst it is always tempting to buy the cheapest policy available, you run the risk that if something does go wrong, your cheap backpacker travel insurance policy might not cover it and a small accident could turn into a disaster.
To help you make the right decision, below is a quick break-down of what you can expect from our backpacker insurance.
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Please refer to the Policy Wordings for terms and exclusions