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What is blow karting?
Blow karting is a wind-powered activity in which participants travel across beaches or other flat, open ground in a three-wheeled kart fitted with a sail. It is also commonly known as blowkarting, land yachting, land sailing or kite buggying.
Can I get travel insurance for blow karting?
Yes, cover for blow karting can be available through the policies offered by Direct Travel.
Depending on the policy, blow karting may be included as standard or available to add for an additional premium. Check that the activity listed on your policy matches what you plan to do, particularly if the provider describes it as land yachting, land sailing, or kite buggying.
Things to remember:
- Make sure the activity is included on your policy, whichever name your provider uses
- Wear a helmet and any other safety equipment recommended by the operator
- Use a reputable activity provider and follow its instructions
- Check the weather and avoid unsuitable wind conditions
- Check the policy before entering a race, competition or timed event
What can travel insurance help with?
If you’re injured while taking part in insured blow karting, emergency medical expenses and repatriation can be covered, subject to the terms and limits of your policy.
Depending on the policy selected, cover may also be available for cancellation, curtailment and other travel-related problems. Personal liability may be included for this non-motorised activity, depending on the policy and the circumstances of the claim.
Blow Karting FAQs
Is blow karting covered as standard?
It depends on the policy. Blow karting may be included as standard or available to add for an additional premium. Select the activity when getting your quote and check that it appears on your policy documents.
Are blow karting and land yachting the same activity?
Blow karting, blowkarting, land yachting, land sailing and kite buggying are commonly used for the same or closely related wind-powered activities. Check that the activity selected matches the kart and sail arrangement you will be using.
Can medical expenses be covered if I am injured?
Emergency medical expenses can be covered if blow karting is included on your policy and the claim meets its terms and conditions.
Can I take part in a blow karting race?
Not necessarily. Recreational participation may be covered while races, timed events and organised competitions are excluded. Check the applicable Policy Wording before entering an event.
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.
