Ski Insurance matched to your trip
Select your destination and activities — we'll find the right cover from 8 NZ providers. From Coronet Peak to Niseko, Whistler to Zermatt.
Get ski insurance matched to your trip
Compare 8 NZ providers — free, no obligation
8
Insurance Providers
12+
NZ & Intl Destinations
Unlimited
Medical Cover Available
24/7
Emergency Assistance
Why Ski Insurance Matters
Standard travel insurance doesn't cover skiing. A snow sports add-on is essential — without it, a single injury overseas could cost $30,000–$200,000.
Unlimited Medical Cover
Emergency surgery in Switzerland or Canada can cost $50,000–$150,000. Unlimited medical cover protects you completely.
Helicopter Rescue
Mountain rescue helicopters cost $3,000–$20,000. This is not covered by ACC in NZ or by standard travel insurance abroad.
Equipment Protection
Skis, boards, boots, and gear worth $2,000–$5,000 deserve protection against loss, theft, and damage during your trip.
Top Ski Insurance Providers
Comparing 8 NZ winter sports insurance providers
Cover-More NZ
Award-winning snow sports cover for every level of skier
- Snow Sports & Snow Sports+ options
- On-piste and off-piste cover available
- Guided heli-skiing/boarding covered
- Piste closure compensation
Medical
Unlimited overseas medical & hospital
Equipment
Up to $3,000 ski equipment
Off-Piste
✓ Included
Heli-Ski
✓ Included
World Nomads
Flexible adventure travel insurance — buy anywhere, claim anywhere
- 200+ adventure activities covered
- Buy or extend while travelling
- Hiking cover up to 6,000m elevation
- Flexible Explorer & Standard plans
Medical
Unlimited medical & evacuation (Explorer)
Equipment
Up to $3,000 sports equipment
Off-Piste
✓ Included
Heli-Ski
✓ Included
1Cover NZ
Comprehensive winter sports cover with unlimited medical overseas
- Winter Sports Pack add-on to Comprehensive policy
- Unlimited overseas medical & evacuation
- Covers heli-skiing and off-piste
- On and off-piste within resort boundaries
Medical
Unlimited overseas medical
Equipment
Up to $4,000 ski equipment
Off-Piste
✓ Included
Heli-Ski
✓ Included
Side-by-Side Comparison
Compare medical cover, equipment limits, off-piste coverage, and more across all providers.
| Provider | Medical Cover | Equipment | Piste Closure | Off-Piste | Heli-Ski | Rating | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Cover-More NZ Most Popular | Unlimited | $3,000 ski equipment | $1,500 piste closure | 4.7 ★ | Get a Quote | ||
World Nomads Best for Adventure | Unlimited | $3,000 sports equipment | Included in Explorer plan | 4.6 ★ | Get a Quote | ||
1Cover NZ Best Value | Unlimited | $4,000 ski equipment | $1,000 piste closure | 4.5 ★ | Get a Quote | ||
SCTI | Unlimited | $2,500 sports equipment | $1,000 piste closure | 4.4 ★ | Get a Quote | ||
Zoom Travel Insurance | Unlimited | $1,500 snow sport equipment | $1,000 piste closure/bad weather | 4.2 ★ | Get a Quote | ||
Allianz Travel NZ | Unlimited | $2,000 ski equipment | $1,200 piste closure | 4.3 ★ | Get a Quote | ||
Travelinsurance.co.nz Compare Multiple Providers | Unlimited | Varies by provider — up to $3,000+ | Varies by provider | 4.4 ★ | Get a Quote | ||
AIG Travel Activate | Up to | $2,000 sports equipment | $800 piste closure | 4.1 ★ | Get a Quote |
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