Learn more about World Nomads travel insurance for your trip across South America.
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South America is home to some of humanity’s oldest treasures as the home of the ancient Incans and Aztecs. But it offers much more than ancient wonders, with a rich tapestry of destinations and promise of adventure from the legendary Galapagos islands and beaches of Valparaiso.
Travel insurance can be the safety net that helps when things don’t go to plan while traversing this spectacular continent, with a 24/7 Emergency Assistance Team available and travel insurance benefits.
Travel Insurance can offer cover for:
When traveling through South America World Nomads offers two travel insurance plans, the Standard Plan and the Explorer Plan.
Both plans offer cover for things such as lost baggage and emergency medical evacuation, however, the Explorer Plan offers higher benefit limits and cover for a wider range of activities. If you know you’re planning to tackle some adventure sports, check our list of activities to decide which travel insurance policy best suits your needs.
If your checked-in bags are delayed by 12 hours or more, you may be able to buy some essentials to last until your bags are returned and claim those costs against your insurance policy. These essentials will include a t-shirt, underwear, socks, toiletries, and/or pajamas. They do not include designer clothes or glamorous evening wear. Make sure to review your benefit limits for baggage delay.
South America offers adventures galore, but if you’re planning to go white-water rafting on the Mendoza River or glacier walking on the Perito Moreno Glacier and an accident happens, travel insurance could help with reimbursement of medical expenses or the cost of evacuation should a physician advise it’s necessary.
Getting away from the gringo trail (the tourist hotspots) and discovering a more authentic South America will make for holiday memories that stay with you long after you return State-side.
Whether you visit Chile’s Marble Caves, explore Lamas Castle in Peru, or take in the stunning Hill of Seven Colors in Purmamarca, (locally called the Hill of Seven Skirts), South America has an array of experiences for the adventurous traveler.
However, whenever you leave the US to travel overseas there are risks and travel insurance isn’t designed to cover everything so understanding what your policy covers you for is important. Make sure your valuables are safe and kept on you at all times, particularly while traveling on public transport. Pickpockets and thieves operate in many areas throughout South America so taking all reasonable precautions to keep your belongings safe will help with any claim if theft happens to you.
Also, unfortunately, armed robbery can be a risk. Stick to well-lit areas at all times and avoid traveling alone. But if the unthinkable happens, your life and your safety is paramount so don’t try to save your wallet if it means risking your life. Your things can be replaced, but you can’t.
Understanding what’s not covered is just as important as knowing what your insurance does cover you for. Things that won’t be covered by travel insurance include:
If you’ve any questions, or are unsure if something is covered, please contact us for more information.
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