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Skijoring is a winter activity where participants are towed on skis behind a horse or a motor vehicle using a rope or harness. It combines elements of skiing with controlled towing and is typically carried out on snow-covered trails, frozen lakes or open terrain. When enjoyed while travelling, skijoring is usually undertaken as a recreational, amateur experience rather than a competitive sport.
ActivitySure can cover skijoring when you are taking part overseas at an amateur level. Experiences are often organised and supervised, with designated routes and trained handlers or drivers in place. However, being towed at speed introduces additional risks compared to traditional skiing, making it important to have appropriate travel insurance before taking part.ms relaxed.
Choose the protection that fits your adventure
Excess £100
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£1,000
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£750
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£20 per 12hrs, max. £100
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£250
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£750
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£60,000
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£20 per 12hrs, max. £200
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£750
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£60,000
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£2,000,000
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* Protection levels are based on overall cover limits, benefits and excess across each plan.
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Single trip Skijoring Travel Insurance
Perfect for one-off adventures, holidays and activity breaks abroad.
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Annual multi-trip Skijoring 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 skijoring?
Skijoring has strong roots in Scandinavia, where it is traditionally practised across wide, snowy landscapes with long-established winter sports infrastructure. The French Alps are also a popular destination, offering organised skijoring experiences as part of winter activity programmes. These are often run on prepared routes under supervision, allowing participants to experience the sport in a controlled environment.
Many travellers try skijoring as a one-off experience during a winter holiday, rather than as a regular activity.
Here's why skijoring travel insurance matters:
Skijoring involves being towed on skis, which increases speed and reduces reaction time compared to independent skiing. Loss of balance, changes in terrain or sudden movements by the horse or vehicle can lead to falls or impact injuries. If you are injured while taking part abroad, travel insurance helps protect you financially if you require medical treatment, hospital care or repatriation.
Helpful travel tips
- Follow all instructions and safety briefings provided by the organiser, driver or handler
- Agree clear signals with the driver or handler before starting.
- Begin at low speeds on flat, open terrain before progressing.
- Keep your weight centred and knees flexible to maintain control.
- Hold the tow rope firmly while keeping arms relaxed.
Frequently asked questions
ActivitySure can cover skijoring if you add it to your policy during the quote process. It is not covered under the Winter Sports extension, or as standard, so you’ll need to declare you’re taking part.
Skijoring can involve being pulled by dogs, horses, or a motorised vehicle. You’re covered for any of these, provided skijoring is declared on your Policy Certificate.
No. ActivitySure can cover beginner sessions run by a recognised provider or qualified instructor. It’s important to follow all guidance and safety advice, and take care to minimise the risk of injury as much as you can.
Provided skijoring is shown on your Policy Certificate, emergency medical expenses can be covered if you’re injured while taking part. You should only ride in an organised and supervised setting, follow all event rules, and wear the required safety equipment.