Travel Insurance when Camel Trekking and Camel Riding
There may be cover for camel trekking and camel riding under all international travel insurance policies.
Some General exclusions to consider, but not limited to
Under the policy wording there is no specific cover mentioned for it but there is no exclusion either, so cover may be available but that can only be determined after assessment of claim, as claims are assessed case by case basis.
General Exclusions to consider, but not limited to, a loss arising from:
- A member of the travelling party intentionally and recklessly placing themselves in circumstances, or undertaking activities which pose a risk to their personal safety (except in an attempt to save a human life); or
- Excluded Activities - hunting, playing polo, racing (except on foot), mountaineering using support ropes, paragliding, rock climbing, abseiling, participating in BASE jumping, running with the bulls, or pot holing; or
- Professional Activities - participating in, or training for, a professional sporting activity.
Please refer to the Product Disclosure statement to view PDS, FSG and all General Exclusions.
Camel trekking and camel riding with travel insurance
Travel insurance by benefit:
Travel Insurance Saver offers a variety of online travel insurance plans that may provide cover for camel riding. Camel riding is not generally excluded under the available travel insurance plans, though is subject to other general exclusions and policy conditions and limitations. These plans cater to various travel needs and include overseas medical expenses and different amounts for medical evacuation and repatriation, as follows:
- Bare Essentials: Up to $250,000 for Medical Evacuation and Repatriation.
- Essentials: Up to $500,000 for Medical Evacuation and Repatriation.
- Comprehensive and Annual Multi-Trip: Unlimited Medical Evacuation and Repatriation.
Travel insurance cover is based on the event and subject to exclusions, conditions, or limitations as per the combined FSG and PDS by Travel Insurance Saver. No cover is provided for professional sports or adventure activities.
Some conditions may apply to travel insurance when Camel Riding:
Cover may be available for camel riding/trekking related events depending on the event. Claims are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Camel riding/trekking is not generally excluded under the Travel Insurance Saver PDS. However, other general exclusions, conditions and limitations may apply. To know what you are and are not covered for, make sure you have fully read and understood the Product Disclosure Statement.
Travel insurance when Camel Riding with existing medical conditions:
For travellers with existing medical conditions planning to partake in camel riding, an existing medical condition screening is required to cover the condition as a specified medical condition, with an additional premium. This is applicable for Comprehensive and Annual Multi-Trip plans for overseas travel and the Australian Travel plan for domestic travels.
Over 40 existing conditions are automatically covered, subject to criteria fulfillment. Conditions not automatically covered require a screening if certain criteria are met, focusing on chronic, symptomatic, under investigation, or terminal conditions, and any treatment, medication, or surgery in the six months before policy purchase.
Travel insurance with cover for different destinations:
Camel riding destinations like Morocco, Egypt, United Arab Emirates, Jordan, India, Oman, Australia, Mongolia, and Tunisia offer unique experiences. For those needing cancellation cover for prepaid camel riding arrangements, selecting a plan with optimal cancellation and holiday deferment cost cover is advisable.
The Bare Essentials plan offers a static $2,500 cancellation cover,
whereas the Essentials, Comprehensive, and Annual Multi-Trip plans allow for adjustable cancellation and holiday deferment cost limits.
Travel insurance when Camel Riding with an Annual Multi-trip plan
For multiple camel riding trips in a year, the Annual Multi-Trip plan provides up to 45 days of cover per trip within an annual period, which may provide travel insurance cover for the aforementioned destinations when selected during the quote process.
Travel Insurance Saver's online plans also cover a wide list of destinations, provided they are selected when obtaining a quote. However, destinations with a 'DO NOT TRAVEL' advisory from the Australian Government are excluded from travel insurance cover.
Cover is subject to the policy terms, conditions, and limitations and exclusions set out in the Product Disclosure Statement. Always read the Product Disclosure Statement before making a decision about any travel insurance policy.
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