For the long road
Backpacker Travel Insurance
Long-stay travel insurance for gap years and round-the-world adventures — up to 18 months on one policy, with activities and casual work included.
Designed for the long haul
Backpacker policies are built for trips that standard travel insurance can't handle — six months in South-East Asia, a gap year in Australia, a year-long round-the-world ticket.
Casual work
Bar work, fruit picking, hostel reception, ski instructing — covered as standard. Manual labour, construction and oil rigs are not.
Activities included
Trekking up to 4,000m, scuba to 30m, surfing, bungee, white water rafting and dozens more — all included without an upgrade. Higher-altitude trekking and tech diving need a specialist add-on.
Frequently asked questions
Can I ride a moped in Thailand?+
Only with a full UK motorbike licence and helmet. A car licence or CBT is not enough — half of all backpacker claims involve a moped.
Can I come home for Christmas?+
Yes — most policies allow up to 2 home returns of 14 days each. Cover continues when you fly back out.
Does it cover working holiday visas?+
Yes, for casual work. If you're moving abroad permanently, you'll need expat cover instead.