Bungee Jumping Travel Insurance Coverage
Learn how Canadians can bungee jump with confidence with travel insurance
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At a glance:
- World Nomads offers travel insurance to help cover medical emergencies, stolen gear and trip cancellations for your bungee jumping adventures.
- Bungee jumping may be covered, and you can choose a plan based upon the level of coverage you need.
- Our plans include emergency medical evacuation coverage if you get injured while bungee jumping in remote areas.
- If your trip is disrupted by illness or injuries (amongst other covered reasons), travel insurance for bungee jumping trips may help cover your prepaid, non-refundable trip costs.
- Why should I consider travel insurance for my bungee jumping trip?
- Bungee jumping travel insurance: What may be covered?
- What level of travel insurance coverage do I need for my bungee jumping trip?
- What may not be covered when on a bungee jumping trip?
- Top safety tips we recommend for bungee jumping safely
- FAQs
Maybe you’re taking the leap in New Zealand, the birthplace of commercial bungee jumping, or perhaps you want to be surrounded by the scenery of South America’s lush foliage when you make your first jump. Either way, it helps to always be prepared for the unexpected. If you’re planning an epic trip that includes bungee jumping, you may want to protect your adventure with World Nomads Travel Insurance with adventure sports coverage. World Nomads Travel Insurance plans offers coverage for your participation in adventure sports, volunteer and work experience, plus our plans offer a range of benefits that could help with everything from stolen gear to unexpected medical expenses.
Why should I consider travel insurance for my bungee jumping trip?
Unexpected issues can mess up even the most carefully planned bungee jumping trips. An unexpected hurricane can put a halt to your bungee jumping trip if the inclement weather causes you to miss a connection, but World Nomads Travel Insurance may help you bounce back quickly with support for emergencies, delays, and disruptions. With coverage that is flexible to your needs, it’s a smart way to travel confidently when you’re bungee jumping outside of your home province.
Nomads tip: World Nomads Travel Insurance can also cover your travels within Canada! Your Government Health Plan is limited once you leave your province. Your travel insurance plan can protect your domestic travels outside of your home province too.
Bungee jumping travel insurance: What may be covered?
Bungee jumping can test you both physically and mentally – and as adrenaline-seekers ourselves, that’s part of what we love. Since unexpected situations can happen when bungee jumping though, we’ve designed our plans to include travel insurance for bungee jumping. We also offer coverage for more than 250 other sports, activities and experiences.
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Emergency Medical Expenses
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24/7 Emergency Assistance
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Baggage & Gear Coverage
Damaged or stolen gear -
Trip Delays, Interruptions & Cancellations
Travel protection for your pre-paid, nonrefundable trip costs and unexpected expenses
Get a quote and compare the plans to see which level of coverage is right for you.
What level of travel insurance coverage do I need for my bungee jumping trip?
World Nomads offers two plans for Canadian residents – the Standard and Explorer – each with different levels of coverage.
- Standard Plan – This is the most basic plan but can include coverage for bungee jumping as well as up to $5,000,000 CAD in emergency medical expenses and $2,500 CAD for trip cancellation.
- Explorer Plan – This plan can also be purchased to cover bungee jumping but has higher limits of coverage.
Even if your main goal is to go bungee jumping, you’ll probably also be doing other things like rock climbing or ziplining. That’s totally fine, because there are over 250+ sports, activities and experiences that could be covered when you purchase World Nomads travel insurance with adventure sports coverage . When you purchase your policy, you’ll need to list bungee jumping, and all of the other activities that you plan to participate in while on your trip. You won’t be able to add or remove activities after you make your purchase, so make sure you add them all at that time. Costs may vary depending on the additional activities you list.
If you are planning to participate in an activity that isn’t listed in our policy wording, you will need to contact us to determine if you will be covered.
Nomads tip: Each policy includes a '10-Day Right to Examine' period, giving you time after purchase to review the details, making sure the coverage works for you. If you decide that you are not satisfied with the policy, you may cancel it within 10 days and you will be given a full refund of the premium you paid, provided you have not started your trip and you do not want to make a claim or to exercise any other right under the policy.
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What may not be covered when on a bungee jumping trip?
If you decide to throw back a couple of drinks to calm your nerves before your big jump – and then get hurt while intoxicated – you may not be covered. Travel insurance for bungee jumping may not cover you if you get hurt when you’re under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Some other things that aren’t covered include:
- Unattended baggage, gear, or personal items
- Not following government ‘Do Not Travel’ advisories issued by the Canadian government
- Travelling or bungee jumping in your home province
- Pre-existing medical conditions if your medical condition is not stable and you do not meet the stability period found in the terms and condition of the policy.
- Participation in other activities not listed as covered in your policy
- Ignoring your doctor if they have explicitly advised you not to travel to a particular destination or go bungee jumping
Top safety tips we recommend for bungee jumping safely
- Choose a reputable company. Take a look at their certifications, safety record and reviews.
- Don’t try to show off. When you jump, don’t try to do flips or anything else that hasn’t been approved by the staff.
- Talk to your doctor before jumping. Things like high blood pressure, heart conditions, dizziness, epilepsy, eye injuries, asthma, and neck, back or spinal problems can make bungee jumping more risky.
- Don’t drink and jump.
- Wear the right clothes. Comfortable clothing is recommended, but don’t wear anything loose.
- If you have long hair, tie it back to keep it from getting tangled in equipment.
- Check with the Public Health Agency of Canada to see if they have issued any travel health notices for the destination where you’ll be bungee jumping.
- Register with Canadians Abroad to stay updated on emergency situations.
- Save a copy of your bungee jumping travel insurance documents in your phone. Have the phone number for the 24/7 Emergency Assistance team easily accessible as well.
FAQ
Here are our most frequently asked questions about cover for bungee jumping. You can also find the answers to other questions in our Helpdesk or you can ask our customer service team
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Is bungee jumping covered under World Nomads Travel Insurance?
Yes, bungee jumping is covered under both plans offered by World Nomads Travel Insurance. Bungee jumping is considered a Level 1 activity and is automatically covered, but you’ll still need to list this as an activity when you purchase your travel insurance for bungee jumping policy. However, you’ll need to pay an additional premium to be covered for any Level 2 and Level 3 activities like ziplining and hang gliding. If you aren’t sure if something is covered, we suggest you contact us to ask.
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What types of incidents are covered while on a bungee jumping trip?
If your trip is cancelled, delayed, or interrupted due to an unforeseen event, you may be able to recover your non-refundable, prepaid travel expenses (up to the policy limits), and this could include unused, prepaid, non-refundable tours that you paid for in advance. If you get hurt while bungee jumping and require emergency medical assistance, emergency medical coverage could come in handy in the case of an unexpected injury. You could also be covered for unplanned situations such as lost bags (by your common carrier) or Canadian government travel advisories advising travellers not to travel to a destination on your itinerary.
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Can I get coverage after my trip starts?
Yes. If your trip has already started, World Nomads can still offer you coverage. You can buy a plan online anytime, from anywhere in the world. If you buy a plan after departing from your home province, you won’t be covered for any loss or expense related to any injury or sickness that occurs in the 48-hour period after your departure date.
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Does World Nomads offer travel insurance for bungee jumping overseas?
Yes, some of the best bungee jumping spots are outside of Canada and World Nomads doesn’t want to limit your fun. For example, if you have travel insurance for China, you could have the opportunity to bungee jump at Macau Tower. When you get a quote for World Nomads Travel Insurance with adventure sports coverage, you’ll need to input where you’ll be travelling.
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What should I do if I get hurt while I’m bungee jumping?
You can contact the 24/7 Emergency Assistance team and they can help direct you to nearby medical facilities. They can also translate for you if you’re travelling outside Canada and your medical team doesn’t speak English or French. Make sure you keep all documentation including doctor reports, invoices, etc. You’ll need those things if you plan to make a claim.
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Does World Nomads Travel Insurance cover other activities during my trip?
Yes, you could be covered for more than 250 other sports, activities and experiences. Things like hiking, biking, and swimming could all be covered. When you purchase your policy, you’ll need to list all of the activities that you plan to participate in while on your trip. You won’t be able to add or remove activities after you make your purchase, so make sure you add them all at that time. If you’re participating in an activity and not sure if it’s covered, you can contact us and ask.
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Do I get my money back if I cancel a trip?
Trip cancellation coverage is offered by both plans offered by World Nomads, and you could be reimbursed for pre-paid, unused, non-refundable expenses like flights, tours and accommodations if your trip is cancelled for a covered reason.
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What happens if my bags are delayed?
If your checked-in bags are delayed more than 12 hours on the way to your destination, your plan could reimburse you for the cost of (up to the policy limits) essential items like toiletries and a change of clothes until you and your bag are reunited.
Need destination inspiration for your next bungee jumping trip?
Ready to jump, but not sure where to go? There are plenty of great spots around the world to experience bungee jumping. Check out a couple of our favorite locations and get destination-specific travel insurance tips to help you plan with confidence.
New Zealand: Auckland
Africa: Victoria Falls
China: Macau Tower
This is only a summary of coverage and does not include the full terms and conditions of the policy. It is important you read and understand your policy as it contains benefits, conditions, exclusions and pre-existing condition exclusions. If you do not understand your coverage, or if you have questions, just ask us.Travel Insurance Benefits: how we can take care of you
Trip Cancellation
Protect your hard earned vacation from unexpected cancellation.
- Explorer Plan: $5,000
- Standard Plan: $2,500
Trip Protection
- Work emergency?
- Weather delay?
- Travel companion sick?
We’ve got your back.
Emergency Medical Insurance
Take the pain out of medical or dental costs.
- Explorer Plan: $10 million
- Standard Plan: $5 million
Emergency Medical Insurance
- Accidentally injured?
- Suddenly sick?
- Need a hospital?
We’ve got your back.
Emergency Evacuation & Repatriation
We’ll get you to hospital or home quickly.
- Explorer Plan: $500,000
- Standard Plan: $500,000
Emergency Evacuation & Repatriation
- Ambulance transfers
- Medevac flights
- Medical escort services
Help starts here.
Protect your gear
Covers the theft, damage or delay of your bags, tech and sports gear.
- Explorer Plan: $3,000
- Standard Plan: $1,000
Protect your gear
- Stolen I.D.s
- Checked-in sports equipment
- Damaged luggage
Help starts here.
- Emergency Medical Expenses
- Emergency Dental for Injury or Sickness
- Bedside Companion Travel and Subsistence
- Emergency Professional Services
- Emergency Evacuation and Repatriation
- Return of Travel Companion/Dependent Children
- Return to Your Trip Destination
- Return of Remains
- Travel Accident
- Flight Accident
- Trip Cancellation
- Trip Interruption
- Trip Delay
- Baggage and Personal Effects Theft or Damage
- Baggage and Sporting Equipment Delay
- Travel Documents Theft or Damage
- Sporting Equipment Theft or Loss by a Common Carrier
- Covered Adventure Sports listed in Policy
Assistance Services Included
- LiveTravelTM Emergency Assistance
- Worldwide Travel Assistance
- Adventure Travel Hotline
- 24/7 Security
- Travel Medical Assistance
- Bag Trak
24/7 emergency assistance
Whether you need medical or dental assistance or advice, emergency evacuation or travel assistance, our team are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year before and during your trip.
Are you in need of emergency assistance right now?
Telephone +1 866 878 0192 (toll-free from Canada and the Continental U.S.) or +1 416 646 3723 (collect from anywhere else in the world)
Contact the teamBefore your trip, check the latest government advice for any travel alerts for your destination.