Growing popularity
Popular now in many overseas countries is the sport of jetboating, jetboating is covered under all of our international travel insurance policies. The beauty of shopping online for the best travel insurance policy is that you have ample product information at your fingertips. As a jetboating passenger, you may receive medical coverage automatically for free under all Travel Insurance Saver policies.
Some general exclusions to consider
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 Exclusion to consider;
- 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.
- Any Propelled Watercraft or Sailboats are not cover under Personal Liability and are a general exclusion.
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Countries of Interest
If you are going to be travelling to a country such as
New Zealand, the chances are you might go jetboating, which has been made popular by the country. If you go jetboating, or in any propelled water vehicle, you should take special care not to exacerbate a pre-existing medical condition.
Jetboating Fun
Jetboating is a popular and fun activity. It involves being a passenger in an extremely mobile watercraft and may be something akin to a rollercoaster ride. You will usually sit in a row of seats with a bar that will come down across your legs to keep you secure.
Stay safe
You should always be wearing a life-jacket or PFD (personal floatation device); not wearing the proper protective equipment may inhibit receiving full travel insurance coverage.
Some jetboating agencies even employ the use of protective helmets, particularly when powering through river gorges. When you go jetboating, you should always choose to go with a reliable agency; a company with a proven track record and a good reputation in the industry.
The experience
While you may find a lot of great jetboating experiences overseas, like in the USA, you can also get some great jetboating experiences in Australia. Domestic travel insurance may not cover you for medical, but it may cover you for cancellation and holiday deferment, among other things. Do not forego the jetboating experience because of a lack of a holiday protection, get covered today.
Apply for extra cover
The worsening of a
existing medical condition due to your being a passenger in a jetboat may inhibit receiving full medical coverage. Always apply for extra cover if you have an existing medical condition, this can be completed by selecting Medical Condition on the quoting panel and following the prompts.
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.