Olympic Diving Insurance -
General Information
Red Sea Diving - Should you wish to dive at any of our
destinations you should consider the following points. You
can download the PADI Medical Statement Form or call our
Diving Team and they will be happy to send you a copy.
If you are unsure about your health you are advised to
undergo a full medical examination before booking your
holiday. It is the responsibility of each passenger to ensure
that any necessary medical clearance is obtained before
booking the holiday as full cancellation charges as outlined
in our booking conditions will apply if you are subsequently
advised not to dive. Some medication may affect your ability
to dive safely; therefore it is essential you consult your
doctor prior to travel.
A basic, beginners qualification (PADI Open Water Diver)
takes 4-5 days to achieve and safety regulation require a
24 hour interval between diving and air travel. You may have
to wait for a couple of days for a course to become available.
Always adhere to local regulations and do not touch coral or
marine life when diving or snorkelling. In many areas it is
illegal to remove any coral or shells whether dead or alive.
Liveaboards Diving - Although non-divers are welcome on
board our Liveaboard boats, please note that you will not be permitted to dive unless you are qualified and present your internationally recognised certification and log book.
If you are taking your own equipment, please ensure that it is
well serviced and take any essential spares that may not be
available at your destination.
As space is restricted on board, it is suggested that you
travel as lightly as possible and use soft luggage. Depth
gauges and diving computers may be affected by pressure
and you should therefore carry them as hand baggage in flight.
Divers' knives and similar must be packed in your hold luggage
when checking in for your flight. They will be confiscated if
in hand baggage. There are various other recommendations
for the enjoyment of your diving holiday.
If you have any questions please call our diving experts. You
will in any case be fully briefed at your diving centre in resort
or on boarding your Liveaboard" boat.
Olympic considers that adequate travel insurance is vital. We
have arranged on your behalf travel insurance with one of the
best known names in the industry - Voyager Insurance
Services. The policy is underwritten by White Horse Insurance
Ireland Ltd. They have been providing insurance policies for
travellers for many years and offer a combination of service,
cover and the security for the traveller together with a 24 hour
emergency service for medical related matters. Travel World
Vacations Limited is an Appointed Representative of ITC
Compliance Limited which is authorised and regulated by the
Financial Services Authority (FSA).
Please Note: Travel insurance can be purchased when you
make a booking, added online during the booking process or
after you have booked your holiday. While our normal travel
insurance covers diving to 30m accompanied, which may be
sufficient for your needs, if you are intending to book one of
our Red Sea "Liveaboard" holidays or dive more intensively,
we offer additional cover, from the same underwriters, for
diving up to 40m accompanied, but including wreck and night
diving (subject to increased excess of £100.00 per claim).
Policy Document: A copy of the policy will be sent with your holiday
invoice. This document contains full details of what is and is not covered and the conditions of the cover. Cover can vary from one policy to another so you should familiarise yourself with this particular insurance, which you can download from here.
Medical Emergency: If you have the misfortune to have an accident
or suffer an illness during your holiday a 24-hour assistance service is provided by AXA Assistance. An experienced assistance coordinator will deal with you and will ensure that, where necessary, hospitals will be contracted (and any necessary fees guaranteed), medical advisers consulted and, if needed, repatriation to the UK will be arranged. Please take the time to download our Status Disclosure Information.
Emergency Contact Numbers: +44 (0)844 811 0923
* All insurance premiums and cover may be subject to change during the currency of this brochure. Please call our Diving Team on 0844 499 0066 for a quote.
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