Explorer Travel Insurance Reviews 

441
TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.8

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Evaluating 98 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the competitive pricing, often finding it significantly better than quotes from larger companies, while still offering comprehensive cover for various holiday types. The service is frequently described as quick, easy, and efficient, making the process of obtaining insurance straightforward and hassle-free. Reviewers highlight the helpful and friendly staff who provide a personal touch, contrasting with larger, impersonal companies, and appreciate their knowledgeable approach. However, some customers also noted that they have not yet had to make a claim, so they cannot fully assess that aspect of the service.

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Price

Reviewers highlight positive aspects of price, consistently finding the travel insurance to be realistically... See more

Service

Customers consistently note positive experiences with service, highlighting its efficiency and ease of use,... See more

Claim

Customers had ambiguous experiences with claims, with many reviewers fortunately not needing to make a claim.... See more

Staff

People report positive experiences with staff, consistently praising their helpfulness and competence.... See more

Holidays

Consumers find holidays to be a positive experience, with many expressing satisfaction with their travel... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ian was so helpful on the phone discussing Policy options for travel to Australia and was interested in finding best Policy for a pensioner on fixed income. He also has good sense of humour, but appr... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great price and great service. Insurance was quick and easy to take out. We had reason to make our first ever insurance claim and were amazed at the speed and efficiency of the settlement. Will defin... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Quick and easy system to calculate cover for additional medical needs and quick offer for annual costs. Regular contact through email re travel topics that help to keep you up to date on change... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was my mother that put me onto Explorer Travel Insurance and I will 100% be using them again. It was dead simple to fill out the details online and I have been very impressed with Ian's communic... See more


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  1. Travel Insurance Company

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Explorer Travel Insurance has been trading since 2011 and specialises in great value Single Trip , Annual Multi Trip, Winter Sports , Cruise and Backpacker travel insurance. Buy direct and choose from up to 5 levels of cover with the added peace of mind that all policies are underwritten by Allianz (the world's largest insurer) and include gadget and cruise cover as standard. We are based in Westcliff on Sea, Essex and are very proud of the excellent levels of service we provide to our customers both online and by our friendly and professional sales advisors. We don't have a maximum age limit for single trip policies and can offer cover for customers with, or without, pre-existing medical conditions.


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4.8

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Reliable, Supportive, and Proactive Travel Insurance!

I’m extremely satisfied with the service from Explorer Travel Insurance. From the moment I purchased my policy, Ian has provided ongoing advice and support, ensuring I was well-prepared and informed in today’s ever-changing travel landscape. His proactive approach and clear communication gave me complete confidence in my coverage. Highly recommend for anyone looking for reliable and responsive travel insurance!

March 11, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Quick and easy to use service

Quick and easy to use service, as a last minute requirement for a holiday that was also last minute. Didn't need to use the services luckily, but would still recommend the very simple solution this provides.

December 2, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A very competitive price

A very competitive price for just the policy I needed.
Included gadget cover.
Covered a helicopter flight around the bay.
Also covered my safari trip to Rhino Ridge.
Many other policies were way more expensive.
Helpful staff when I had a query.
Very recommended.
A very pleased older person. Luckily we didn't need to claim for anything.

April 12, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Quick and efficient process

Quick and efficient process, with competitive pricing (chose annual cover). I like the communications from Ian, giving updates and useful travel information; something I have not experienced from other travel insurers. Not needed to claim, and hopefully won’t, but feel assured it would be dealt with professionally.

March 11, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Polite and pleasant to deal with and a good price

We haven't had travel insurance for a number of years as we hadn't travelled but this year we are going abroad so I contacted a few different companies.
I wanted to speak to someone to make sure that we didn't miss anything on the application with pre-existing conditions so that the company couldn't backtrack later.
I have to say that the staff at Explorer were patient and understanding and everything was explained. I was given a price there and then whereas some other companies didn't. I had the choice of 2 policies and the price was very competitive. They actually explained things and my options better than some of the other companies out there. Overall I was very pleased with them and would use them again.

December 3, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service from a small British Company

Excellent service from a small British company. Paid my claim for cancelled travel promptly and in full. Good communications, easy to speak with a real person. I have used this company for long haul travel insurance for several years. I have a medical condition but Explorer is still the most competitive policy. Don’t take my word, try for yourself.

February 11, 2025
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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Good Coverage, but Slow Claims Process

I bought this travel insurance for myself, my wife, and my 15-month-old son. I’m glad I did because it covered search and rescue costs, which many cheaper policies wouldn’t. This was a big relief when I had to make a claim.

However, the claims process was frustrating. It took months to process, and I had to keep chasing for updates. Communication was slow, and I never got clear answers on when it would be resolved. After filing a complaint, they finally sorted it out and gave me £200 in compensation for the delays, which I appreciate.

The insurance covers a lot, but if you ever need to claim, be ready for a long wait and poor communication. It’s a good policy, but they really need to improve their customer service.

February 14, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Do not use

This is the 2nd time I have tried to claim with this company. Unfortunately my first holiday was a missed flight due to a suicide jumper on the motorway. It took weeks of going backward and forwards and service was shocking. They tried everything to get out if it and wanted more and more evidence.
My second time( I purchased a yearly policy) I missed a connecting flight as my original flight was delayed. I had to purchase a new flight. Guess what, there is ANOTHER loophole. I can't claim because it wasnt a 12 hour delay. Im not claiming for the delay just my flight ticket. Terrible company avoid at all costs . Don't expect them to honour the policy.Complete waste of time

March 6, 2025
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