Specialist insurance for Sunshine and Mediterranean Tour competitors

September 11th 2026

For many showjumpers, competing on Spain's renowned Andalucía Sunshine Tour and Mediterranean Tours represents a key part of the winter and autumn competition calendar. While these prestigious international events offer unrivalled opportunities to compete against some of the sport's best combinations, taking horses abroad also introduces a range of additional risks that require careful consideration.

Held at the Dehesa Montenmedio equestrian centre in Cádiz and Oliva Nova equestrian centre in Valencia, the Tours attract thousands of horses and riders from across Europe each year. Extended periods away from home, long distance transport and the demands of international competition can all create exposures that differ from those experienced during a typical UK showjumping season.

As specialist equine insurance brokers, Lycetts understands the unique challenges associated with competing overseas. To help address these risks, we can arrange tailored insurance for horses attending the Andalucía Sunshine Tour and Mediterranean Tours, giving competitors access to cover specifically designed for international competition campaigns.

Underwritten by a specialist sport horse insurer, the policy provides stable-to-stable protection from a horse’s UK base through travel to Spain and return home. With flexible policy periods of 30, 60 or 90 days, competitors can choose cover that reflects the length of their stay while helping to manage costs during a higher risk period.

Key features of the policy include:

• Stable-to-stable cover from the UK to Spain and back
• Flexible 30, 60 or 90-day policy periods
• Surgical cover of up to £5,000 for specified conditions
• Enhanced colic cover of up to £7,500
• A 30 day extension clause for injuries or illnesses that first occur during the policy period but subsequently prove fatal after the policy has expired

These provisions are intended to provide reassurance that horses remain protected not only while travelling and competing, but also during the important period immediately following their return.

When planning an overseas competition, horse insurance is only part of the picture. International competition can present challenges ranging from travel disruption to injury, making it important to understand where responsibility and protection lie before leaving the UK.

Whether travelling for the Andalucía Sunshine Tour early in the year or the Mediterranean Tours later in the season, having suitable insurance in place can provide valuable peace of mind and allow competitors to focus on achieving their goals in the arena.

For further information about specialist cover for the Sunshine Tour and Mediterranean Tours, please contact one of Lycetts’ specialist equine teams in Marlborough, Newmarket or Yorkshire.