Costa Rica travel insurance

fancy a trip to Costa Rica?

Costa Rica travel insurance

situated in the heart of central America, Costa Rica stands as a must-see destination. beckoning travellers with its rich biodiversity, breath-taking landscapes and welcoming locals, Costa Rica is a destination with a lot to offer. from the Fortuna Waterfall and Arenal Volcano, to the vibrant nightlife, there really is something for every type of traveller. but that’s not all – for the thrill seekers and adventurists Costa Rica has plenty to do, from heart-pounding zip lining tours over the Monteverde Extremo Park to white-water rafting on the Pacuare river, or even soaking up Costa Rican history in the national museum of Costa Rica. whatever adventure you seek on your next trip, Costa Rica’s diverse landscape provides the perfect array of holiday options.

what cover for Costa Rica is available through albert & eddie ?

the travel insurance brands available through albert & eddie offer all of the standard protection you’d expect in a travel insurance policy, such as cancellation cover, cover for your possessions and emergency medical expenses, as an example. plus, for those that are looking for that extra bit of protection, you’ll be pleased to know that you can also enhance your policy with a range of suitable add-ons and policy extensions, including gadget, Covid-19 and even extra cover for more extreme sports.  

all Costa Rica travel insurance policies at albert & eddie include:

  • up to £10 million in case of a medical emergency, depending on the policy selected
  • cancellation cover which starts as soon as you purchase on all single trip policies, and from the start date you choose on all annual multi trip policies (giving you extra peace of mind)§
  • standard protection against Covid-19 on most policies with the option to enhance your protection with Covid-19 policy extensions
  • over 100 sports and activities covered as standard
  • plus, a wide range of extra add-ons that let you personalise your policy even further

frequently asked questions

what does travel insurance for Costa Rica typically cover?

all travel insurance brands available through albert & eddie typically offer cover for emergency medical expenses, trip cancellation and personal possessions (including cover for travel documentation such as your passport and lost or stolen cash), as an example.  

with Costa Rica being the adventure capital of the world, you will be happy to know that most policies available through the panel also cover over 100 sports and activities as standard (just make sure you double check that your policy does actually include protection for any specific sports you plan on taking part in). what’s more, for riskier sports and activities, you may need a specific extreme sports policy – but don’t worry, just let us know what kind of activities you plan on taking part in during the quote process and we’ll only show you the brands on the panel that can offer this type of cover.  

does travel insurance cover medical assistance in Costa Rica?

yes! all brands that are available through albert & eddie will cover you for emergency medical treatment, provided you have let us know about any medical conditions that you have during the quote process (or if you’ve had a change in health after you’ve taken out the policy). you will also be covered for repatriation, where it is medically necessary, meaning we’ll cover the costs required to get you home if you become unwell or injured during your travels.

§cancellation cover limits may vary between our brands. please check your policy wording for more information.