If you are off backpacking for a few months then a quality holiday insurance policy is essential. You will already be aware that a lot of countries do not have free health care and you do not want to get hit with a potentially huge medical bill in the middle of your travels.

Our Backpacker Policy has unlimited Medical Cover and $2000 Baggage for up to 12 months abroad at a fraction of the price of a fully comprehensive Single Trip policy. You can also extend the 12 month policies for an unlimited amount of times.

The Unlimited Medical Assistance also includes cover for Medical Evacuation, Repatriation of Remains and Emergency Dental Expenses.

Over 30,000 people from Australia last year used their travel insurance to help them out when they needed it most. Hospital costs in Asia for example are at least $800 per day, and a medical evacuation from America can cost to $300,000!

For a limited time only we are also giving away a free Lonely Planet Guide with every 12 month backpacker policy. These 'On a Shoe String' guides retail at over $40. Click here for further details.

The Backpacker travel insurance policy has basic cover levels but still allows you to enjoy your experience abroad without any fear of financial crisis.