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What is deep sea fishing?
Deep sea fishing generally involves heading out to sea by boat to fish in deeper water. Trips are often organised by a local operator.
Can I get travel insurance for deep sea fishing?
Yes, cover for recreational deep sea fishing can be available through the policies offered by Direct Travel.
Select deep sea fishing when getting your quote and check that it appears on your Policy Certificate or policy documents. If your excursion is advertised or described as deep sea fishing, this is likely to be the most appropriate activity to choose.
Things to remember:
- Choose deep sea fishing when getting your quote
- Check that it appears on your policy documents
- Follow the skipper or operator’s instructions
- Pay attention to weather warnings and sailing restrictions
What can travel insurance help with?
If you’re injured or become ill while taking part in insured deep sea fishing, 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, baggage and other travel-related problems. Search and rescue may be available where included, but this is separate from medical repatriation. Personal Liability is not covered while using a motorised boat. Check the applicable Policy Wording.
Deep Sea Fishing FAQs
Can I join an organised deep sea fishing excursion?
Yes, cover can be available for a recreational trip arranged by a local operator. Select deep sea fishing when getting your quote and follow the skipper or crew’s instructions while on board.
Can medical expenses be covered if I am injured or become ill?
Emergency medical expenses can be covered if deep sea fishing is shown on your policy documents and the claim meets the policy’s terms and conditions.
Are rescue or evacuation costs covered?
Search and rescue cover may be available where included by the selected policy and subject to its limits and conditions. Do not assume that all marine rescue, boat recovery, or evacuation costs are automatically covered.
Am I covered if bad weather cancels the fishing trip?
In the event that the operator cancels or changes your fishing trip, you should organise alternatives or reimbursement with the operator themselves. Any available cancellation or disruption benefit will depend on the reason and the terms of the selected policy.
Is loss of or damage to the fishing boat covered?
No. Travel insurance is not boat insurance and does not cover loss of or damage to the vessel, its engine or other operating equipment.
Is Personal Liability covered while deep sea fishing?
Personal Liability is not covered while using a motorised boat. Other restrictions may also apply while fishing, so check the Policy Wording carefully.
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.
