Camel and Elephant Riding Travel Insurance
Cover for camel and elephant riding while travelling
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What is camel and elephant riding?
Camel and elephant riding involves travelling on the back of the animal, usually as part of a guided excursion, tour or organised holiday experience. The handler may lead the animal or accompany riders along a planned route.
Can I get travel insurance for camel and elephant riding?
Yes, cover for recreational camel and elephant riding can be available through the policies offered by Direct Travel.
Select the relevant activity when getting your quote and check that it appears on your policy documents. Make sure the cover matches the animal you plan to ride and the type of excursion you will be joining.
Things to remember:
- Choose the relevant riding activity when getting your quote
- Check that it appears on your policy documents
- Use an established operator and follow the handler’s instructions
- Mount and dismount only when instructed to do so
- Choose an operator that treats its animals responsibly
What can travel insurance help with?
If you’re injured while taking part in insured camel or elephant riding, 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 cover may depend on the policy and circumstances, so check the applicable Policy Wording.
Camel and Elephant Riding FAQs
Can camel and elephant riding be covered by travel insurance?
Yes, cover can be available through the policies offered by Direct Travel. Select the relevant activity when getting your quote and check that it appears on your policy documents before taking part.
Does the ride need to be guided?
You should take part through an established operator and follow the instructions given by the guide or animal handler. Check the Policy Wording for any supervision or participation conditions that apply.
Can medical expenses be covered if I am injured?
Emergency medical expenses can be covered if the relevant riding activity is shown on your policy documents and the claim meets the policy’s terms and conditions.
Is Personal Liability covered while riding?
Personal Liability may be included depending on the policy and the circumstances of an incident. Check the Policy Wording carefully, as restrictions or exclusions may apply while riding or handling animals.
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.
