Travel Insurance while camping
Simple and flexible travel insurance to take you camping around the world. Buy at home or while travelling, and claim online from anywhere in the world.
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World Nomads loves camping
We get it. You want to escape from the hustle and unwind under a blanket of stars. From lush forests to the endless horizons of Australia’s Outback, a camping trip offers every manner of revival. As exciting as planning your outdoor adventure is, travelling far from home and urban comforts also comes with risks.
- What's covered for camping?
- Cover for adventure or sports activities while camping
- Know where you’re going and what to do if the unexpected happens
- What's not covered?
World Nomads Travel Insurance Standard and Explorer plans have been designed to offer cover for sudden and unforeseen events on your next camping trip such as being left empty handed when the airline loses your baggage (with your hiking gear in it), if you need to see a doctor if you are hurt or unwell or if severe weather washes away your travel plans.
Nothing soothes the soul like the crackle of a campfire. As passionate campers ourselves, we’ve designed our plans to cover all types of camping adventures:
- Searching for the Northern Lights in Lapland
- Pitching camp among the old growth forests of British Columbia
- Trekking through Cradle Mountain – St Clair National Park, Tasmania
What's covered for camping?
Our plans can help you navigate any mishaps and help get you back on track. World Nomads may offer cover (up to the policy limits) for:
- The non-refundable costs of cancelling your trip due to sudden injury or illness to you, a travelling companion or close relative.
- The Explorer Plan includes cover for official ‘Do Not Travel’ advice issued for your destination after you’ve received your Certificate of Insurance, which causes you to cancel your trip.
- Overseas emergency medical expenses for sudden injury or illness.
- Overseas emergency medical evacuation or repatriation back to Ireland.
- Loss, theft or damage to baggage or personal items. Remember to keep copies of your original receipts if you need to make a claim.
- Checked-in baggage delayed for more than 24 hours and the replacement costs for essential clothing and toiletries while waiting for your baggage (keep receipts).
- Rental car insurance excess (Explorer Plan only).
- Cover for some Coronavirus (COVID-19) related events. To find out more about our cover for COVID-19 related events, including benefit limits and exclusions, click here.
Cover for adventure or sports activities while camping
What’s a camping trip without some action?
Both our plans offer cover for activities such as bungee jumping, stand up paddle boarding/surfing and scuba diving up to 30 metres. While there are many activities available on the Standard plan, those feeling extra adventurous can upgrade to the Explorer Plan which offers higher benefits and a broader range of activities and sports pursuits. It costs more but it may better suit your needs as it offers upgrades for activities such as camping and hiking up to 6,000 metres, or mountaineering (with ropes, picks or specialist climbing equipment) up to 6,000 metres.
Travel insurance tip: Your cover will depend on the activity(ies) you chose at the time of policy purchase and terms and conditions apply for each activity. Level 1 sports and activities are automatically covered on the Standard and Explorer Plans. You can upgrade your cover for a range of other activities, experiences and manual work if you select the activities (listed as Level 2, 3 and 4) but you will need an upgrade to the Explorer Plan.
Check your Policy Wording for details or contact us if you have questions.
Know where you’re going and what to do if the unexpected happens
Before you head off to the wilderness, it pays to arm yourself with these camping tips for a safer trip:
- Make sure to include all the countries you’ll be visiting or travelling through on your policy as well as the adventure activities you’re planning.
- Check you have all the paperwork you’ll need for the countries you’ll be visiting for example, visas, and camping or visitor permits for national parks.
- Don’t leave home without your European Health Insurance Card (EHIC); it entitles you to reciprocal healthcare in certain countries.
- Check the local camping regulations for the places you are visiting. Some countries allow you to camp anywhere on public or private land away from habitation, however many countries do not allow this and if you cross a border unknowingly, you could be fined and it could affect your cover.
- Be responsible when choosing a camping destination or activity. Does it suit your experience level? Are there any travel or weather alerts for your destination? Are you using an accredited operator? Can our 24/7 Emergency Assistance team reach you if you get into trouble?
What's not covered?
Some things we do not cover include:
- Any expenses that relate to pre-existing medical conditions, as outlined in the Policy Wording.
- Unattended baggage or personal items.
- Any items left unattended in a motor vehicle.
- Working or participating professionally in any activity or sport.
- Any search or rescue operations to remove you from a life-threatening situation (unless cover is available for a natural catastrophe under your policy).
- Misuse of alcohol or drugs to the extent that it risks your health or impairs your faculties.
- Damage from any illegal activity.
- Expenses that are recoverable from elsewhere, e.g. transport carriers or accommodation providers.
This is not a full list of what’s covered and what’s not; please check your Policy Wording for a full list of limitations and exclusions that may apply to your specific plan. If you are unsure of your level of travel cover, please contact us for help.
Did you know travel insurance covers...
- Trip cancellation
- Emergency medical
- Evacuation and repatriation
- Lost or damaged gear
- Delayed baggage
- Death overseas
- Terrorism
- And more...
You can also buy away from home or buy more cover if you extend your trip. Plus, you can claim online anytime, anywhere in the world.
Travel Insurance Benefits: how we can take care of you
Trip Cancellation
Been working hard for your trip?
We'll work hard to protect it.
Trip Protection
- Unexpectedly hospitalised?
- Travel buddy unfit to travel?
- Been made redundant?
We’ve got your back.
Emergency Medical Expenses
Feeling fit and healthy? What if you get sick or injured?
Take the pain out of medical or dental costs.
Emergency Medical Insurance
- Need meds quick?
- Accidentally injured?
- Suddenly sick?
We’ve got your back.
Emergency Medical Transportation
Know where the nearest suitable medical facility is?
Don’t stress, we’ll get you there quickly.
Evacuation and Repatriation
- Banged up abroad?
- Need a hospital urgently?
- Medivac home?
Help starts here.
Protect your gear
Love photography, filming or sport?
Cover your bags, tech or gear.
Protect your gear
- Luggage lost?
- Airline lost your gear?
- Tech trashed?
Help starts here.
- Emergency Overseas Medical & Dental Expenses
- Emergency Medical Evacuation & Repatriation
- Trip Disruption
- 24-Hour Medical Assistance Services
- Baggage
- And more (depending on your country of residence)
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24/7 Emergency Medical Assistance
Whether you need medical assistance or emergency medical evacuation, our teams are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year before and during your trip.
Are you in need of Emergency Medical Assistance right now?
For policies purchased on or after 27 June 2024:
Phone: +353 4 69 017 022
For policies purchased before 27 June 2024:
+353 (0) 90 640 6460
Before your trip, check the latest government advice for any travel alerts for your destination.