Lapland Travel Insurance
From meeting Santa to a reindeer sleigh ride under the Northern Lights, the right travel insurance makes sure your exciting trip is covered for everything from cancellation to medical needs. Find cover for husky rides, snowmobiling and other winter activities you have planned for your Lapland trip.
- Options for day trips and longer stays
- Cover available for husky rides, reindeer sleigh rides and more (additional cover may apply)
- Pre-existing medical conditions considered
- Family and group policies available
Choosing Travel Insurance for Lapland
Whether you’re visiting for the day or staying for a week, you’ll need similar benefits for your trip to Lapland. When you compare, look at:
- How much cancellation cover you get: Lapland visits around Christmas can be expensive. Check whether the limit is enough for the nonrefundable costs of your trip.
- Emergency medical expenses: To ensure you have enough cover for medical treatment and repatriation if you were ill or injured somewhere remote.
- Baggage and personal belongings: If you plan to travel with equipment like cameras, check the limits and exclusions for the items you’re taking.
- Activities and excursions: Check whether you need winter sports cover or an additional option for the activities on your itinerary.
We compare across a panel of insurers who have different, benefits, limits, exclusions and activity cover vary depending on the policy you choose. Make sure to check your chosen policy for it’s exact cover details.
Finland is the most common location for festive travellers, make sure to select this when choosing your policy.
Do you Need Winter Sports Cover for Lapland if you’re not Skiing?
When travelling with pre-existing medical conditions, it’s even more important that you find the right cover to suit your needs. There’s no use in an insurance policy that doesn’t cover you properly. So, whilst having a medical condition often increases your insurance premium, having the right cover is essential to maintain peace of mind while you’re away.
We compare travel insurance policies across our range of insurers to find you the best policy at the best price, ensuring you have the cover you need.
If you’re looking for holiday insurance with a medical condition, make sure to:
1. Declare all conditions accurately
By declaring all medical conditions as accurately as possible, you have a greater chance of finding the right cover, and not overpaying for cover you don’t need.
2. Tell us about your trip
Your medical condition isn’t the only factor in finding the right policy. Start with our quote tool to tell us about your trip. For example, whether you’re travelling more than once over the year, and whether you need cruise or activity cover.
3. Compare your insurance options
We’ll compare suitable policies across our panel of insurers to review which policy works for you.
Our screening will cover questions relevant to your declared conditions, which may include recent treatment, medication, hospital admissions or changes in your health. It’s important to declare all pre-existing conditions so we can find policies with the right level of cover. Answering accurately allows us to show the policies available for your circumstances.
Do you Need Winter Sports Cover for Lapland if you’re not Skiing?
You may still need winter sports cover even if you don’t plan to ski or snowboard. Some of the activities that make a Lapland holiday may need winter sports cover, such as:
- Husky rides
- Reindeer sleigh rides
- Snowmobiling
- Snowshoeing
Remember – adding winter sports cover doesn’t automatically mean every excursion is included. Before you buy, check that each activity on your itinerary is covered by the policy you’ve chosen. If you’d like help to make sure your planned activities are covered, you can call our team on [0800 294 2969].
Are Tours and Excursions Included in Lapland Travel Cover?
Often, tours or excursions will be included in your cover. However, if your plans include activities that aren’t covered by a standard policy, you may need an addition such as a winter-sports add on. Check which activities you will be doing and make sure they’re covered by your chosen policy before you visit.
Depending on the policy, activities may need to be provided by a licensed tour operator to be covered. It’s also important that you follow the safety instructions you’re given and use any safety equipment provided. If you choose not to follow safety instructions provided by a tour operator or guide, you could risk a claim being rejected later down the line.
If you’re planning to book activities independently rather than as part of a package, check the requirements in your policy wording before you book or take part, so an excursion arranged locally doesn’t leave you without cover.
If you’re unsure about an activity or tour you have planned, speak to our team to check before you take part.
Travel Insurance for a Lapland Day Trip
Day trips to Lapland are a popular option, and we have travel insurance options for them.
A detail to watch is that some insurers require a trip to last more than one day, so it’s important to choose a policy that accommodates a same-day return.
You’ll also need to check your chosen cover for any activities you have planned during your day trip, as some activities such as husky or reindeer rides may require additional cover.
Medical Cover in a Remote Arctic Destination
Much of Lapland is a long way from a large hospital. The FCDO notes that parts of Finland lie within the Arctic Circle, including very remote areas where emergency medical assistance and search and rescue are limited. Its Arctic guidance also advises travellers to consider what access they’d have to medical facilities, search and rescue and evacuation, and confirms the FCDO itself can’t organise rescue operations.
That’s why your emergency medical and repatriation cover matter on a Lapland trip, even a short one. Finnish and Swedish Lapland are both in the EU, so your GHIC gives access to state healthcare there, but the NHS is clear that it doesn’t replace travel insurance or cover the cost of getting you home.
Boost Cancellation Cover for a high-value trip
Often a trip to Lapland for the whole family can be expensive. Many insurance policies have a cap on their cancellation cover, and some policy limits may mean not all of your non-refundable costs are covered if you have to cancel for a validated reason.
- Increase your cancellation limit with Boost Cancellation.
- Up to £25,000 cover per person
- £50,000 policy limit
- No excess
- Designed for higher-value holidays
Travel Insurance for a Lapland Day Trip
Day trips to Lapland are a popular option, and we have travel insurance options for them.
A detail to watch is that some insurers require a trip to last more than one day, so it’s important to choose a policy that accommodates a same-day return.
You’ll also need to check your chosen cover for any activities you have planned during your day trip, as some activities such as husky or reindeer rides may require additional cover.
Need Help With Your Lapland Travel Insurance?
Our team has over 20+ years experience comparing travel insurance policies for destinations like Lapland. If you’re not sure about the right cover for your trip, our team is available to help.
Tell us when you’re travelling, how long you’re staying and which activities you have planned. Our team can explain your options and any additional cover you might need.
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Travel Insurance for Lapland FAQs
What Country is Lapland in?
Lapland is a region that spreads across parts of Norway, Sweden, Finland and Russia. Finnish Lapland is the most popular area for families looking for festive activities, the city of Rovaniemi is the most common destination and is home to numerous festive locations including the Santa Clause Village.
Can I get travel insurance for a Lapland day trip?
Yes, we have options for Lapland day trips. Some insurers require a trip to last more than one day, so make sure to choose a policy that accommodates your visit, and check your cover to make sure any activities you have planned are covered. If you need help, call our team to talk through your dates and itinerary before you buy.
Are reindeer sleigh rides covered?
Cover for reindeer sleigh rides is available through our panel, but you may need winter sports cover or an additional activity option. Check the details of your policy to find out if sleigh rides are included.
If your activity option can’t be added online or you need to talk through your cover requirements, call our team for support.
Can I get cover for snowmobiling in Lapland?
Yes, we have policy options that can cover snowmobiling. Depending on the policy, you may need winter sports cover or an additional activity option for your snowmobiling to be covered. Read your policy documents to see which activities are included.
If your activity option needs to be added by phone, or you’d like support to find the right activity cover, you can speak to our team on the phone.
Does travel insurance cover husky rides in Lapland?
We compare some policies that can cover husky rides, but additional cover may be required. Depending on the insurer, that could mean adding winter sports cover, or adding a separate activity option.
You should check the details for your chosen policy to make sure your activities are included, or call us to talk through your excursion.