Caving or Potholing Travel Insurance
Specialist cover for high-risk sports and adventure travel.
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Caving, also known as potholing, involves exploring natural underground tunnels, chambers and cave systems. Routes can include narrow passages, uneven ground and changes in elevation, making it a physically demanding but rewarding adventure activity.
ActivitySure can cover caving and potholing when youre taking part abroad, provided it meets the policy conditions. Because the activity takes place in enclosed and often remote environments, its important to have suitable travel insurance in place before you enter a cave system.
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 Caving or Potholing Travel Insurance
Perfect for one-off adventures, holidays and activity breaks abroad.
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Annual multi-trip Caving or Potholing Travel Insurance
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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 for caving and potholing?
Caving and potholing are popular in destinations with extensive underground landscapes. Slovenias cave systems are among the most accessible in Europe, while Vietnam is home to some of the worlds largest cave networks. In the UK, areas such as the Yorkshire Dales and the Peak District are well known for organised caving routes.
Many travellers take part through guided experiences led by qualified instructors, particularly when exploring unfamiliar cave systems abroad.
Here's why caving and potholing travel insurance matters:
Caving and potholing take place in dark, confined environments where slips, falls or minor injuries can occur. Changes in weather can also affect conditions underground, and access to medical assistance may be limited in remote locations. Having appropriate travel insurance in place helps protect you financially if you need medical treatment or support while taking part abroad.
Helpful travel tips
- Never explore caves alone and remain with your group at all times.
- Wear a helmet and sturdy footwear suitable for uneven surfaces.
- Carry suitable lighting and backup illumination where required.
- Move carefully when climbing or descending within confined areas.
- Avoid entering caves during heavy rainfall or flood risk conditions.
- Always follow the instructions provided by the activity organiser and adhere to any safety recommendations made, including wearing appropriate safety equipment.
Frequently asked questions
Yes. You will need to select this activity when arranging your ActivitySure policy. It’s considered a higher risk activity, and for cover to apply, it will need to be included on your Policy Certificate before you take part.
Caving or potholing is about exploring underground cave systems, incorporating crawling, climbing, and navigating confined or vertical spaces. It may also involve water, low visibility, and uneven terrain, which is why it’s treated as a specialist activity.
Yes. Caving is expected to take place as part of an organised, experienced group or guided activity, with appropriate safety procedures in place. You should always take care to minimise the risks of any activity as much as you can.
Yes, you can be covered if caving or potholing is the main reason for your trip. Just make sure the activity is selected on your ActivitySure policy so your cover reflects what you’ll be doing.
Yes. As long as the activity is on your Policy Certificate before you participate, injuries can be covered. This includes emergency medical assistance for transport, repatriation, and treatment.
Note that cover can be subject to following all safety regulation, guidance, and local law.