Husky Dog Sledding Travel Insurance
Winter Sports cover for husky dog sledding and related injuries
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What is husky dog sledding?
Husky dog sledding involves travelling across snow in a sled pulled by a team of dogs. Recreational trips are usually led by an experienced local driver who controls the dogs and guides the sled along a planned route.
Can I get travel insurance for husky dog sledding?
Yes, cover for husky dog sledding as a passenger with an experienced local driver can be available through the policies offered by Direct Travel.
Husky dog sledding is treated as a Winter Sports activity and should not be assumed to be included with ordinary travel insurance. Select the activity when getting your quote and check that both husky dog sledding and the applicable Winter Sports cover appear on your Policy Certificate or policy documents.
Things to remember:
- Choose husky dog sledding when getting your quote
- Check your documents for the activity and Winter Sports cover
- Travel as a passenger with an experienced local driver
- Follow the driver’s safety briefing and instructions
- Wear warm layers, waterproof outerwear and suitable footwear
- Keep your hands, feet and belongings safely inside the sled
What can travel insurance help with?
If you’re injured while taking part in insured husky dog sledding, 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. Search and rescue may be available where included, while Personal Accident and Personal Liability cover can vary. Check the Winter Sports section of the applicable Policy Wording.
Activity FAQs
Is husky dog sledding included with standard travel insurance?
No. You will need to add Winter Sports cover to your policy for cover to apply.
Do I need to travel with an experienced driver?
Yes. Cover applies when you take part as a passenger with an experienced local driver. Follow the driver’s instructions throughout the trip.
Can I drive the husky sled myself?
The listed activity covers travelling as a passenger with an experienced local driver. It does not extend to independently driving or controlling the sled.
Can medical expenses be covered if I am injured?
Emergency medical expenses can be covered if husky dog sledding and the applicable Winter Sports cover appear on your policy documents and the claim meets the policy’s terms and conditions.
Is Personal Liability covered while husky dog sledding?
Personal Liability may be restricted or excluded while taking part. Check the applicable cover before your sledding trip.
Can I get cover if I have a medical condition?
Pre-existing medical conditions are considered separately from Winter Sports 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 that husky dog sledding and the applicable Winter Sports cover appear on your policy documents. Read the Winter Sports section of the applicable Policy Wording before taking part.
