From monsoonal jungles to snow-covered peaks, Nepal is a country of breathtaking natural landscapes and diverse and distinctive cultures. Scroll on down for our handy guide on visas, getting around and the must-see spots in this awe-inspiring destination. Zoom's Nepal travel insurance has you covered for any unexpected holiday hurdles. Cover includes medical expenses should you fall sick or become injured, as well as cover for trip cancellation, lost luggage, family emergencies and more! We do not cover for trekking or hiking over 3,000 metres.
Relax knowing that your hospital expenses are covered with Zoom's unlimited medical coverage. Zoom to top notch cover!
Setbacks on your sojourn are never much fun. Cover your Nepal travel disruptions in a flash with Zoom travel cover. We keep things zippy!
Family holiday to Nepal? Save your rupees with all dependants under 19 included under your policy at no additional cost.
Planning a self-driving holiday in Nepal? Our rental vehicle excess add-on is a must for roadtripping travellers.
We've done away with lengthy forms and have kept our claims process simple. We guarantee to assess fully documented claims in a flash.
Zoom to Zen. You can sit back and relax on your holiday knowing that you’re covered by award winning travel insurance.
Locked between Tibet and India, Nepal lays claim to eight of the world's ten highest peaks. While often imaged as a nation of snowcapped mountains, much of the country is low-lying and even subtropical, so there is no 'one way' to experience this must-see destination.
Go on, zoom to Nepal and find out for yourself!
No matter which kind of Nepali experience you're planning, Zoom can cover your trip with a range of plans. You can minimise your costs with Medical Only cover, or choose to buy Comprehensive Travel Insurance for extra protection to cover things like travel delays and cancellation. Compare Zoom's Travel Insurance plans online today.
Got some curly questions in regards to your Nepal travel insurance cover?
Be in the the know before you go with answers to the most common queries below.
Yes, all our policies cover for unlimited medical coverage. Zoom provides cover for your overseas medical expenses including hospital stays, surgery, doctor visits, emergency evacuation and repatriation home if required. We can provide written guarantees of payment of reasonable expenses directly with your hospital in emergency situations. We do not cover for trekking or hiking over 3,000 metres.
Have complete peace of mind on your Nepalese adventure. Zoom provides immediate support through our emergency assistance provider, First Assistance. Help is just a phone call away any time of day 365 days a year. This includes access to medical advisors, medical transfers and emergency evacuation if required. We also assist with passing on messages to family and returning unsupervised dependants back to Australia.
When it comes to alcohol we advise you to drink in moderation. One raksi too many could see you jeopardizing your cover. Please note that we may exclude any claims where excessive drugs or alcohol have been involved.
If you have an expensive item that you just can’t leave behind you can insure it separately for up to $5,000. Please note that high value item cover is only available under our comprehensive plan.
Yes, you’re covered for pickpocketing and muggings, provided of course you were acting with reasonable care (i.e. did not leave your belongings unattended). If you’re the victim of a pickpocket, you’d be covered for loss, theft and damage to your luggage and personal effects. If you are robbed it’s important that you get a police report and contact us as soon as possible.
You must be under the age of 85 to buy a policy with Zoom. Those under 79 years can purchase a policy for a maximum trip duration of 365 days. Those aged between 80-85 years can purchase a policy for a maximum trip duration of 184 days only. You must also be under the age of 69 to purchase our add-on ski or adventure packs.
Yes you can reduce the standard excess of $200 by paying a excess reduction fee within the payment process.
This means your dependant children or grandchildren under the age of 19 at the date of policy issue who are travelling with you.