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  • Compare policies from £11.35* 
  • Get quotes from up to 32 travel insurers
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*The cheapest backpacker policy is £11.35 (based on 1 adult aged 28 travelling in the UK for up to 1 month). Prices correct on the 02/05/2012.

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Backpacker insurance for roving adventurers

Whether you’re on a gap year, taking a career break, or just going wandering for the sheer fun of it, we could cater for the insurance needed for your trip.

Regular travel insurance policies could limit the number of days you are covered in one trip, or the types of activities you can do. However, this is not necessarily so with backpacker insurance. The broader range of cover could give you peace of mind on the most epic of adventures - just be sure to check the policy carefully for exclusions!

With longer trip duration, optional cover for activities such as bungee jumping and scuba diving, backpacker insurance catered for your needs is as vital as your passport, travel sweets and a head torch!

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Why cheap backpacker insurance from Confused.com?

With a quick and easy search, you can compare backpacker insurance quotes from many different brands you'll recognise so you can be safe in the knowledge that your trip will be off to a great start. Using our quote engine is quicker than getting quotes for each provider separately, and it’s easy to make policy comparisons. Why not compare backpacker insurance with us today?

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