Wakeboarding Travel Insurance
Cover for wakeboarding and related injuries
Access to 24/7 emergency medical support
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What is wakeboarding?
Wakeboarding is a water sport in which the participant rides a board while being pulled across the water by a motorboat or overhead cable system. Recreational sessions can range from learning basic turns to using the wake or designated park features.
Can I get travel insurance for wakeboarding?
Yes, policies that cover amateur wakeboarding can be available through Direct Travel.
Add wakeboarding when getting your quote and check that it appears on your Policy Certificate or policy documents. Use an established operator and follow the instructor’s guidance.
Wakeboarding top tips:
- Add wakeboarding when getting your quote
- Check that it appears on your policy documents
- Use an established operator or recognised cable park
- Follow the instructor’s guidance and local water rules
- Stay within your experience and ability
What can travel insurance help with?
If you’re injured while taking part in insured wakeboarding, 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 is not covered while taking part in an activity involving a motorised vehicle, including wakeboarding behind a motorboat. Travel insurance does not cover loss of or damage to the towing boat. Check the applicable Policy Wording.
Wakeboarding FAQs
Does wakeboarding need to be added to my policy?
Yes. Add wakeboarding when getting your quote and check that it appears on your Policy Certificate or policy documents before taking part.
Can recreational wakeboarding be covered?
Yes, amateur recreational wakeboarding can be covered when the activity appears on your policy documents and the claim meets the policy terms.
Can beginners and wakeboarding lessons be covered?
Yes, recreational lessons can be covered. Use an established operator and follow the instructor’s guidance throughout the session.
Can wakeboarding behind a motorboat be covered?
Yes, cover can be available for amateur wakeboarding behind a motorboat when the activity appears on your policy documents. Personal Liability is not covered while taking part in an activity involving a motorised vehicle.
Can wakeboarding at a cable park be covered?
Cover can be available at a recognised cable park. Follow the park’s rules and make sure wakeboarding appears on your policy documents.
Does wakeboarding cover wakesurfing or water skiing?
No. Wakesurfing and water skiing are separate activities. Add every activity you plan to undertake and check that each one appears on your policy documents.
Can I take part in a wakeboarding competition?
Amateur participation can be covered during a wider trip. Professional, paid or sponsored competition is not covered, and the event must not be the main purpose of your journey.
Can medical expenses be covered if I am injured?
Emergency medical expenses can be covered if wakeboarding appears on your policy documents and the claim meets the policy’s terms and conditions.
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.
