Insurance and protection
Every Hoppa rental includes basic cover. Add protection to reduce, or remove, what you would have to pay in case of damage or theft.
- Basic cover included
- Reduced or zero excess
- 24/7 assistance
Choose your protection
The excess is the maximum amount you remain liable for in case of damage to or theft of the vehicle.
Basic cover
Excess: vehicle value
- Mandatory insurance included
- 24/7 phone assistance
You are liable up to the full value of the vehicle.
Protection Plus
Excess: 1 247 $
- Basic cover included
- Your liability capped at 1 247 $
- 24/7 phone assistance
Full cover
No excess
- Complete cover
- Nothing to pay for covered damage
- 24/7 phone assistance
Indicative prices: the exact price of each protection is shown at the booking step for the car you choose.
Protection comparison
| Cover | Basic | Protection Plus | Full cover |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | Included | 9 $ / day | 23 $ / day |
| Mandatory insurance | |||
| Excess for damage or theft | Vehicle value | 1 247 $ | 0 |
| 24/7 assistance |
Excess and deposit: what's the difference?
The deposit
An amount from 669 $ to 3 014 $ depending on the car, blocked on your bank card at key handover and released on return if there is no damage. It is shown before you book.
The excess
What you actually pay in case of a claim. It ranges from the vehicle value (basic) to 1 247 $ (Protection Plus), or zero with Full cover.
The right choice
For long journeys, city driving or when several people drive, Full cover saves you from any unpleasant surprise.
In case of an accident or breakdown
- Get to safetySwitch on your hazard lights, set up the warning triangle and call emergency services (197 police, 190 ambulance) if anyone is injured.
- Call HoppaOur assistance answers 24/7 on +216 22 023 647 and tells you what to do.
- Fill in an accident reportWith the other driver if there is one, and take photos of the damage and the scene.
- Bring the documents to the agencyThe accident report and, where applicable, the police report are needed for your protection to apply.
Frequently asked questions
Read our rental terms · See the full FAQ
Which insurance is included in the rental?
Every rental includes basic cover. In case of damage or theft, your liability (excess) can be up to the value of the vehicle.
What is the difference between Protection Plus and Full cover?
Protection Plus limits your excess to 1 247 $. Full cover removes the excess: you pay nothing for covered damage.
Does the deposit depend on the protection I choose?
The deposit depends on the vehicle (from 669 $ to 3 014 $). It is blocked on your bank card at key handover and released on return if there is no damage.
Can I add protection at the agency?
Yes, you can choose it online when booking or ask for it at the agency before key handover.
Car rental insurance in Tunisia
Renting a car in Tunisia with Hoppa Rent a Car means basic cover on every rental, whichever agency you choose: Tunis-Carthage, Enfidha, Monastir, Djerba or Hammamet. With this cover, however, the excess can reach the value of the vehicle.
To drive with peace of mind, two extra protections are offered when you book: Protection Plus, which caps your liability at 1 247 $, and full cover with no excess, which covers you completely. The price is simply added to the daily rate and shown before you confirm.
Before you set off, read our rental terms: documents, deposit, fuel and returning the vehicle.
