Bamboo Rafting Travel Insurance
Specialist cover for high-risk sports and adventure travel.
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Bamboo rafting is a traditional river activity that involves floating downstream on rafts made from bound bamboo poles. Its typically enjoyed on calm rivers and is often guided by local experts, offering a relaxed way to experience natural surroundings while travelling.
ActivitySure can cover bamboo rafting when youre taking part abroad. Although the activity is generally gentle, it still takes place on open water, so its important to make sure your travel insurance includes bamboo rafting before you take part.
Choose the protection that fits your adventure
Excess £100
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£1,000
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£5,000,000
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£750
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£250
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£200
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£300
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£20 per 12hrs, max. £100
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£5,000
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£2,000,000
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£250
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£750
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£60,000
Excess £75
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£3,000
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£10,000,000
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£1,500
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£250
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£200
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£500
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£20 per 12hrs, max. £200
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£7,500
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£2,000,000
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£250
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£750
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£60,000
Excess £0
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£5,000
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£10,000,000
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£2,500
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£250
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£400
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£1000
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£20 per 12hrs, max. £400
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£15,000
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£2,000,000
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£250
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£750
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£100,000
* Protection levels are based on overall cover limits, benefits and excess across each plan.
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Single trip Bamboo Rafting Travel Insurance
Perfect for one-off adventures, holidays and activity breaks abroad.
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Annual multi-trip Bamboo Rafting Travel Insurance
Travel more for less with year-round protection across multiple trips.
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Whether you’re planning a one-off escape, an activity-packed holiday or travelling regularly throughout the year, our protection levels are designed to give you confidence at every stage of your journey. From emergency medical cover and cancellation protection to support while you’re away, you can choose the level of cover that best fits the way you travel and the adventures you take on.
Destination Insight
Where is popular to go bamboo rafting?
Bamboo rafting is most commonly found in destinations known for calm rivers and scenic landscapes. Its particularly popular in Thailand and parts of China, where it forms part of traditional river travel, as well as in Caribbean destinations such as Jamaica. Many travellers take part as part of guided excursions, with routes designed to be slow-moving and suitable for sightseeing.
These experiences are usually organised by local operators using traditional bamboo raft designs.
Here's why bamboo travel insurance matters:
Even on gentle rivers, accidents can still happen. Slipping while boarding or disembarking, falling into the water or striking submerged obstacles can result in injury, particularly in unfamiliar environments. Having appropriate travel insurance in place helps protect you financially if something goes wrong while youre taking part.
Helpful travel tips
- Move slowly and carefully when stepping on or off the raft.
- Keep your feet raised above the water to avoid catching them on submerged objects.
- Listen carefully to your guides instructions throughout the journey.
- Wear a buoyancy aid where advised, particularly on open sections of river.
- Always follow the instructions provided by the activity organiser or guide and adhere to any safety recommendations made, including wearing appropriate safety equipment.