Surfing Plans2025-10-20T07:23:47+00:00

Surfing Travel Insurance

Whether you’re planning a surf trip across Indonesia, a winter swell chase in Hawaii, or a remote charter in the Maldives, travel insurance is essential.

Surf travel often involves remote destinations, flights with multiple connections, and valuable equipment — so it’s important to choose coverage designed specifically for surf travel.

Why You Need Surf Travel Insurance

Surf trips often involve unpredictable weather, multiple flights, and remote destinations.

Standard policies may not include offshore travel, competition coverage, or surfboard protection — so choosing a surf-focused plan ensures you’re protected wherever you paddle out.

  • Emergency medical coverage for injuries or illness abroad

  • Evacuation and transport from remote surf destinations

  • Trip cancellation and delay protection

  • Coverage for surfboards and equipment

  • Optional upgrades for competition and professional surfing

  • 24/7 global medical and travel assistance

Key Benefits of Surf Travel Insurance Plans

Coverage details vary by insurer, but most plans include:

Emergency Medical & Evacuation Coverage

Includes medical treatment and evacuation from reefs, islands, or remote surf destinations.

Trip Cancellation & Interruption

Protects prepaid surf camps, charters, and accommodation if illness, weather, or flight delays interrupt your trip.

Surfboard & Equipment Protection

Covers lost, stolen, or damaged boards, wetsuits, and luggage in transit.

Charter & Operator Protection

Reimburses prepaid bookings if charters are canceled due to storms, mechanical failure, or insolvency.

Competition & Coaching Coverage

Available under Auras and IMG Global Sports plans for training, coaching, and competition trips.

Already Overseas Coverage

Offered by Auras and IMG Global for travelers already abroad, with short waiting periods.

Global Rescue Add-On

Provides on-scene rescue, medical transport, and repatriation from remote surf breaks.

24/7 Global Assistance

Worldwide support for emergencies, medical coordination, and travel disruptions.

Who Is This Coverage For?

Surf travel insurance is ideal for:

Recreational surfers travelling domestically or internationally
Professional and competitive surfers
Surf coaches, photographers, and instructors
Families or groups on surf holidays
Travelers on liveaboard or charter surf trips
Long-term surf travelers and digital nomads exploring multiple destinations

Who Can Apply?

Surf travel insurance plans are available to:
  • U.S., EU/UK, Australian, and travelers from 140 countries worldwide

  • Recreational, professional, and competitive surfers

  • Instructors, surf guides, and charter operators

  • Families and groups travelling together

Most surf policies can include
  • Medical, evacuation, and repatriation benefits while surfing

  • Gear and board protection for loss or damage

  • Optional upgrades for competition or professional events

Note: Standard recreational surfing is covered automatically. Big-wave and tow-in surfing are also covered under Auras and IMG Sports plans when purchased with the appropriate level of coverage.

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You’ll instantly see plans that match your profile — filtered by eligibility, insurer, and activity type. Compare benefits at a glance, then proceed securely to complete your purchase directly with the insurer.

Have questions or a complex itinerary? Contact our team at [email protected] — we’re happy to help you find the best coverage for your journey.



What key coverage features and travel tips should surfers know before booking?2025-10-14T04:30:10+00:00
  • No Offshore Limits – STI coverage is valid regardless of how far your surf charter travels — ideal for remote island chains like the Mentawais, Maldives, or Tuamotus.
  • Medical & Evacuation Coverage – Every plan includes emergency medical and evacuation benefits. Global Rescue membership ensures rapid coordination if evacuation is needed from sea.
  • Charter Cancellations & Weather Events – Protect your booking from storms, mechanical failure, or operator changes with comprehensive trip-cancellation benefits.
  • Equipment Protection – Surfboards, camera gear, and luggage are covered for loss or damage during loading, transfer, or flight.
  • Verify Vessel Safety – Choose reputable charter companies with safety certifications, satellite phones, and medical kits onboard.
  • Secure Coverage Early – Purchase insurance when paying your deposit to activate cancellation and weather protection.
  • Group & Family Coverage – Groups travelling together should select the same insurer for simplified claim management and consistent policy terms.
  • Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR) – Upgrade for full flexibility — cancel your trip for personal or travel-related reasons and recover part of your prepaid costs.
Who are your travel insurance and rescue partners for surfing?2025-10-14T04:26:08+00:00

At STI Surf Travel Insurance, we partner with trusted global insurers and rescue specialists offering surf-specific coverage:

  • Generali U.S. Branch – Single-trip protection with strong trip cancellation and CFAR upgrade options.
  • Auras – Flexible coverage for adventure, training, and competition surfing with adjustable medical and evacuation limits.
  • Global Rescue – Membership for advanced rescue, field evacuation, and repatriation from remote surf destinations.
  • IMG / Global Rescue PartnershipiTravelInsured Signature and Signature Plus plans combine IMG’s travel insurance with Global Rescue’s world-class evacuation and field rescue services — ideal for remote or big-wave destinations.
  • IMG GlobalPatriot Travel Medical and Adventure Sports Rider options for both international and domestic surf travel.
  • Travelex – Excellent for couples or families where surfing forms part of a broader trip.
  • Globelink International – Water sports extensions for UK and EU residents.
  • nib (Australia) – Strong single-trip coverage with automatic sports inclusions and flexible cancellation options.
  • Cover-More (Australia) – Comprehensive international plans with CFAR and adventure-sports upgrades available.

Our quote tool automatically filters plans by residence, destination, and surf activity, so you only see policies that fit your trip.

Why Surf Travel Insurance Is Different2025-10-14T04:15:15+00:00

Surfing often takes travelers off-grid — reef passes, island transfers, and charters can limit access to hospitals or reliable transport.
Our partner insurers combine strong medical coverage with evacuation coordination and equipment protection to match the realities of surf travel.
Whether you’re exploring Sumatra, Fiji, or Hawaii, STI Surf Travel Insurance ensures you stay protected — on deck, in the lineup, and everywhere in between.

Is competition or professional surfing covered?2025-10-14T03:07:22+00:00

Yes. Auras Insured and IMG Sports plans include competition, coaching, and professional travel when declared before purchase.

Does coverage apply to international and domestic surf trips?2025-10-14T03:06:51+00:00

Yes. Both domestic and overseas surf trips are covered, including connecting flights and transfers.

Can groups or families be insured together?2025-10-14T03:06:30+00:00

Yes. Group and family coverage options are available for shared itineraries.

Are charter cancellations covered?2025-10-14T03:06:01+00:00

Yes. Trip cancellation coverage applies to storms, vessel issues, or operator insolvency.

Are boards covered during loading or transfers?2025-10-14T03:05:33+00:00

Yes. Surfboards and luggage are covered for loss or damage during handling, transfers, or flights.

Does coverage include offshore medical evacuation?2025-10-14T03:04:53+00:00

Yes. All plans include evacuation, with Global Rescue providing coordinated vessel or air evacuation from remote areas.

Are surf charters automatically covered under STI insurance?2025-10-14T03:02:43+00:00

Yes. All STI partner insurers include boat charters, liveaboards, and vessel-based surf travel under standard coverage.

Disclaimer

Coverage availability, limits, and eligibility vary by insurer and country of residence.
Always read the policy wording or Product Disclosure Statement (PDS) before purchase.
Certain high-risk or professional surf activities may require specific plan types or add-ons.

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