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What is bamboo rafting?
Bamboo rafting involves travelling along a river or across a lake on a raft made mainly from bamboo. The raft is usually steered with a long pole by a local guide or activity provider.
Can I get travel insurance for bamboo rafting?
Cover for bamboo rafting can be available through Direct Travel.
Depending on the policy, it may be included as standard or available to add for an additional premium. Select bamboo rafting when getting your quote and make sure it accurately matches the activity and water conditions involved.
Things to remember:
- Make sure bamboo rafting is included on your cover
- Wear a suitable life jacket throughout the activity
- Follow the instructions of your guide or activity provider
- Use a licensed or regulated provider where required by local law
- Check the weather and water conditions before setting out
What can travel insurance help with?
If you are injured while taking part in insured bamboo rafting, emergency medical expenses and repatriation can be covered, subject to the terms and limits of your policy.
Your policy can also provide cover for cancelling or cutting short your trip for specific insured reasons. Personal liability may be included for non-motorised bamboo rafting, depending on the policy selected and the circumstances of the claim.
Personal liability is not covered if the activity involves the use of a motorised vehicle or boat.
Bamboo Rafting FAQs
Is bamboo rafting covered as standard?
It depends on the policy. Bamboo rafting may be included as standard or available to add for an additional premium. Select it when getting your quote and check that it appears on your policy documents.
Do I need to wear a life jacket?
Yes. Wear a suitable life jacket and any other safety equipment recommended by the guide or activity provider.
Does bamboo rafting need to be guided?
Follow any supervision requirements set by the policy, local rules or activity provider. Where a licence or regulation is required, make sure you book with an appropriate provider.
Can medical expenses be covered if I am injured?
Emergency medical expenses can be covered if bamboo rafting is included on your policy and the claim meets its terms and conditions.
Can I get cover if I have a medical condition?
Pre-existing medical conditions are considered separately from activity cover. Declare them when getting your quote, as cover is subject to medical screening and acceptance.
Cover is subject to the terms, conditions, limits and exclusions of your policy. Check the applicable Policy Wording and your policy documents before taking part.
