24/7 Emergency medical assistance
Cover for specialist sports equipment
Up to £2500 for lost or stolen luggage
1 million+ Travellers protected
28 years Industry experience
A triathlon combines swimming, cycling and running into a single endurance event, completed in a set order over varying distances. Events can range from shorter, entry-level races to longer, more physically demanding courses, and are typically organised on closed or managed routes to support participant safety.
ActivitySure can cover triathlon participation on an amateur, non-professional basis when you are taking part abroad. This applies to recreational and club-level events rather than elite or professional competition. While triathlons are carefully organised, the sustained physical effort across multiple disciplines means injuries, exhaustion or illness can still occur during training or on race day.
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.
Choose the cover that fits your adventure
Single trip Triathlon Travel Insurance
Perfect for one-off adventures, holidays and activity breaks abroad.
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Annual multi-trip Triathlon 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 for a triathlon?
Triathlons are held worldwide, often in destinations chosen for their scenery and climate. International events take place in coastal and lakeside locations, including parts of Europe, North America and the Southern Hemisphere. In the UK, destinations such as the Lake District are popular for scenic triathlons, while New Zealand and Canada attract athletes looking for dramatic landscapes combined with well-run events.
Here's why triathlon travel insurance matters:
Completing three endurance disciplines in succession places significant strain on the body. Muscle injuries, dehydration, impact injuries from cycling sections or medical issues during the swim or run can all require treatment. If something goes wrong while you are abroad, medical care or repatriation may be needed. Having appropriate travel insurance in place can help protect you financially during your trip.
Helpful travel tips
- Follow all instructions and safety briefings provided by race organisers and marshals
- Wear appropriate safety equipment required for each discipline, including approved protective gear for cycling.
- Pace yourself across all stages to manage fatigue and reduce injury risk
- Stay hydrated and fuel properly before and during the event.
- Stop and seek medical help if you feel unwell or notice warning signs during the race.