Scuba Diving Travel Insurance

Specialist cover for high-risk sports and adventure travel.

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Up to £2500 for lost or stolen luggage

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Why choose Scuba Diving Travel Insurance?

Scuba diving allows divers to explore underwater environments using compressed air and specialised breathing equipment. It takes place in oceans, seas and lakes worldwide and is typically undertaken by divers at dive centres or resorts. When travelling, scuba diving is usually enjoyed as a recreational, amateur activity.

ActivitySure can cover scuba diving when you are taking part overseas at an amateur level, provided the activity meets the policy conditions. This includes non-solo scuba diving up to depths of 30 or 40 metres, as well as solo scuba diving up to 40 metres.

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Bronze Essential Protection *

Excess £100

Cancellation and curtailment
£1,000
Emergency medical expenses
£5,000,000
- Hospital benefit
  £20 per 24hrs, max. £500
- Emergency dental treatment
  £250
- Funeral costs abroad or repatriation of remains
  £5,000
- Kennel and cattery costs
  £500
Personal Possessions
£750
- Gadgets limit
  £250
- Single item limit
  £200
- Valuables limit
  £250
Baggage Delay
£250
Loss of Passport
£200
Personal Money
£300
- Cash limit
  £150
Travel Delay
£20 per 12hrs, max. £100
- Abandonment
  £1,000
Permanent total disablement
£5,000
- Death or loss of limbs/sight (up to age 69
  £5,000
- Death or loss of limbs/sight (up to age 70+)
  £5,000
Personal Liability
£2,000,000
Mugging
£250
Catastrophe
£750
Legal Expenses
£60,000

Silver Balanced Protection *

Excess £75

Cancellation and curtailment
£3,000
Emergency medical expenses
£10,000,000
- Hospital benefit
  £30 per 24hrs, max. £1,000
- Emergency dental treatment
  £250
- Funeral costs abroad or repatriation of remains
  £5,000
- Kennel and cattery costs
  £500
Personal Possessions
£1,500
- Gadgets limit
  £500
- Single item limit
  £300
- Valuables limit
  £500
Baggage Delay
£250
Loss of Passport
£200
Personal Money
£500
- Cash limit
  £250
Travel Delay
£20 per 12hrs, max. £200
- Abandonment
  £3,000
Permanent total disablement
£7,500
- Death or loss of limbs/sight (up to age 69
  £7,500
- Death or loss of limbs/sight (up to age 70+)
  £5,000
Personal Liability
£2,000,000
Mugging
£250
Catastrophe
£750
Legal Expenses
£60,000

Gold Maximum Protection *

Excess £0

Cancellation and curtailment
£5,000
Emergency medical expenses
£10,000,000
- Hospital benefit
  £50 per 24hrs, max. £1,500
- Emergency dental treatment
  £400
- Funeral costs abroad or repatriation of remains
  £5,000
- Kennel and cattery costs
  £500
Personal Possessions
£2,500
- Gadgets limit
  £750
- Single item limit
  £500
- Valuables limit
  £750
Baggage Delay
£250
Loss of Passport
£400
Personal Money
£1000
- Cash limit
  £500
Travel Delay
£20 per 12hrs, max. £400
- Abandonment
  £5,000
Permanent total disablement
£15,000
- Death or loss of limbs/sight (up to age 69
  £15,000
- Death or loss of limbs/sight (up to age 70+)
  £5,000
Personal Liability
£2,000,000
Mugging
£250
Catastrophe
£750
Legal Expenses
£100,000

* Protection levels are based on overall cover limits, benefits and excess across each plan.

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Single trip Scuba Diving Travel Insurance

Perfect for one-off adventures, holidays and activity breaks abroad.

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Annual multi-trip Scuba Diving Travel Insurance

Travel more for less with year-round protection across multiple trips.

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Whether youâ€™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 youâ€™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 scuba diving?

Scuba diving is popular in destinations known for clear waters, rich marine life and established dive infrastructure. The Red Sea in Egypt is well known for warm waters, coral reefs and accessible shore and boat dives. Australias Great Barrier Reef attracts divers from around the world with its extensive reef systems, while the Maldives is popular for drift dives, reef walls and strong visibility in tropical conditions.

Many travellers dive as part of organised dive packages arranged through licensed operators at resorts or liveaboards.

Here's why scuba diving travel insurance matters:

Scuba diving involves exposure to pressure changes, depth limits and underwater hazards. Issues such as decompression illness, barotrauma or sudden illness can occur, and access to medical facilities may be limited in remote dive locations. Diving incidents may also require specialist treatment or evacuation.

Helpful travel tips

Check all equipment and safety systems thoroughly before entering the water
Follow recommended descent and ascent rates to reduce pressure-related risks.
Maintain clear communication with your instructor, guide or dive companion.
Avoid touching marine life and follow all guidance provided by the dive operator.

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