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What is paddleboarding?
Paddleboarding, often called stand up paddleboarding or SUP, involves standing or kneeling on a board and using a paddle to move across the water. It can take place on lakes, rivers, canals or coastal waters, depending on the conditions and the rider’s experience.
Can I get travel insurance for paddleboarding?
Yes, policies that cover paddleboarding can be available through Direct Travel.
Select paddleboarding when getting your quote and check that it appears on your Policy Certificate or policy documents. Make sure the activity matches the type of water and conditions in which you plan to paddle.
Things to remember:
- Choose paddleboarding when getting your quote
- Check that it appears on your policy documents
- Wear a suitable personal flotation device
- Use the correct leash and release system for the conditions
- Check the wind, weather, tides and currents before setting off
- Choose water suited to your ability and experience
What can travel insurance help with?
Emergency medical expenses can be covered if you’re injured while taking part in insured paddleboarding. Repatriation can also be covered when medically necessary, subject to the terms and limits of your policy.
Depending on the policy selected, cover may also be available for cancellation, curtailment, personal belongings and other travel related problems. Search and rescue, Personal Accident, Personal Liability and paddleboarding equipment cover can vary, so read the applicable Policy Wording.
Paddleboarding FAQs
How do I add paddleboarding to my policy?
Select paddleboarding while getting your quote, then confirm that it appears on your Policy Certificate or policy documents before entering the water.
Can paddleboarding lessons be covered?
Yes, recreational lessons can be covered when paddleboarding appears on your policy documents. Use an experienced instructor and follow their guidance about equipment and water conditions.
Can beginners be covered for paddleboarding?
Cover can be available for beginners. Start on calm, sheltered water, wear a flotation device, and stay within an area suited to your ability.
Can I use a hired paddleboard?
Yes, you can take part using hired equipment when paddleboarding is insured. Check the board, paddle, leash and flotation device before setting off.
Can medical expenses be covered after an accident?
Emergency medical expenses can be covered when paddleboarding is shown on your policy documents and the claim meets the policy’s terms and conditions.
Is Personal Liability covered while paddleboarding?
Personal Liability may be restricted or excluded while paddleboarding. Check the applicable cover before taking part.
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. Select paddleboarding, check that it appears on your Policy Certificate or policy documents and read the applicable Policy Wording before taking part.
