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Travel insurance for bungee jumping

Whether it's called bungee or bungy jumping, be sure you're covered before you leap.

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There’s nothing quite as adrenaline-inducing or exciting as bungee jumping! It’ll leave you on a high for days and is sure to create a lasting memory, but before you take a leap of faith find out how our policies may help you just in case things don’t go to plan.

How does World Nomads travel insurance help cover me when going bungee jumping?

Travel insurance is designed to cover some types of sports and activities, including the high intensity ones such as bungee jumping. There are many reasons why you should consider travel insurance. For example, if you were to suffer a severe injury while bungee jumping, and you’re not covered, you could be in hospital recovering for days, meaning a sky-rocketing medical bill that will be causing you added pain in your back pocket.

Under World Nomads plans for our international travelers, bungee jumping is considered a Level 1 activity. This means you could be automatically covered on both the Standard and Explorer plans. However, you must be with a professional, qualified and licensed guide, instructor or operator when going bungee jumping.

You can always upgrade your cover for a range of other activities and sports. You must select the activities (listed as Level 2 and 3 in Section 8.1) and pay any additional premium at the time you purchase your policy.

Travel insurance is designed to cover some types of sports and activities, including the high intensity ones such as bungee jumping. There are many reasons why you should consider travel insurance. For example, if you were to suffer a severe injury while bungee jumping, and you’re not covered, you could be in hospital recovering for days, meaning a sky-rocketing medical bill that will be causing you added pain in your back pocket.

Under World Nomads plans for our international travelers, bungee jumping is considered a Level 1 activity. This means you could be automatically covered on both the Standard and Explorer plans. However, you must be with a professional, qualified and licensed guide, instructor or operator when going bungee jumping.

You can always upgrade your cover for a range of other activities and sports. You must select the activities (listed as Level 2 and 3 in Section 8.1) and pay any additional premium at the time you purchase your policy.

How does it work?

  • If you’ve paid the additional premium for a sport or activity in Level 3, you will be covered for all sports, activities and work listed as Level 1, 2 and 3.
  • If you’ve paid the additional premium for a sport or activity in Level 2, you are covered for all sports and activities and work listed as Level 1 and 2.

Some of the most common events that our nomads have been covered for include, trip cancellations, cover for lost, stolen or damaged baggage, optional extras cover for high value items, and of course cover for any unexpected medical emergencies.

Here are just some of the key benefits of our coverage, depending on your Country of Residence and the plan you’ve selected:

  • Emergency medical and evacuation coverage: if you or a member of your family suffers an injury or accident.
  • Baggage and high-value items cover: if your baggage or items are stolen, lost, damaged or delayed, you may be covered.
  • Adventure activities and sports: we cover more than 150 activities, sports and experiences. Check before you buy that your adventure is covered and find out what policy upgrade options may be available.
  • Cover for Coronavirus-related events: depending on your Country of Residence our policies offer medical coverage for Coronavirus. Our Explorer Plan also offers cover for Coronavirus travel costs.

Why should I consider travel insurance when doing adventure activities and sports?

We want you to have an amazing trip filled with adventure, and so we’ve designed our plans to cover more than 150 activities, sports and experiences, including bungee jumping.

The most common injuries from bungee jumping are dislocations, back injuries, eye trauma and rope burn. Our policies can help with medical costs and evacuation if you suffer an injury whilst bungee jumping and need to seek medical treatment.

Key benefits when buying World Nomads travel insurance

We offer two plans – Standard and Explorer. Each policy provides different levels of coverage depending on what you need and your Country of Residence:

  • The Standard Plan covers a range of benefits and certain adventure activities and has lower coverage limits.
  • The Explorer Plan covers all the benefits of the Standard Plan, with larger coverage limits, more benefits and covers more sports and activities.

Depending on the level of cover you choose, our policies may cover you for:

  • Medical emergencies overseas: if you suffer from an accident or injury whilst travelling or participating in a covered activity, you may be covered for medical expenses incurred including evacuation and even repatriation if you need to return home. With our coverage, you have access to our 24/7 Emergency Assistance Team. They can offer assistance such as arranging medical transport, setting up direct payments to medical facilities and giving support to you and your family.
  • Trip cancellation or trip interruption: sometimes things happen that are outside of your control and result in your trip being cancelled such as serious illness or injury, a travel delay or a natural catastrophe. If this happens, you may be covered.
  • Travel delay: If your trip is delayed you may be covered for reasonable expenses associated with the delay. Check the policy wording for more information.
  • Cover for stolen baggage and gear: if your baggage is lost, stolen or damaged on your trip you may be able to claim to have your gear replaced or repaired. You may also be covered if your bags are delayed when travelling.

What’s not covered

  • Pre-existing medical conditions, including if those conditions become exacerbated by bungee jumping – see the policy wording for details.
  • Participation in a sport or activity not listed or failing to adhere to the terms of coverage for listed sports or activities.
  • A loss arising from a change of mind, disinclination or reluctance to travel or participate in an activity.
  • If you travel against medical advice or neglect to adhere to government ‘Do Not Travel’ warnings issued prior to departure. Check the US Department of State website for more information on international travel updates.
  • Being intoxicated by alcohol or drugs.

Key insurance tips for bungee jumping on your trip

  • Coverage for bungee jumping only applies when jumping with a professional, qualified and licensed guide or operator, so check the credentials of the operator.
  • When you buy your policy make sure you add the activities you intend doing during your trip, including bungee jumping.
  • During your bungee jump make sure you follow all the instructions given by the qualified, licensed instructors. They’re there make sure you have the best experience and keep you safe.
  • Avoid bungee jumping soon after you’ve had a full meal. Eat a light meal a few hours before your jump.

This is only a summary of cover and does not include the full terms, conditions, limitations and exclusions of the policy. You should read your Policy Wording in full, so you understand what is and isn’t covered. That way there won’t be any surprises if you need to use it. If you have any questions, please get in touch.

Traveller tip: When you buy a World Nomads plan, you’ll have access to our 24-hour Emergency Assistance Team to support you in a crisis. Whether your car has broken down in the middle of nowhere, need urgent medical attention, or a referral for roadside assistance, our Emergency Assistance team can help you out in whatever part of the world you’re travelling.

Travel Insurance Benefits: how we can take care of you

Trip Protection

Protect your hard earned vacation from unexpected cancellation before you leave home.

  • Explorer Plan: USD $10,000
  • Standard Plan: USD $5,000
Trip Protection
  • Unexpectedly hospitalised?
  • Travel buddy unfit to travel?
  • Close relative suddenly dies?

We’ve got your back.

Emergency Overseas Medical Insurance

Take the pain out of medical costs while traveling overseas.

  • Explorer Plan: Unlimited, up to 12 months
  • Standard Plan: USD $5,000,000
Emergency Medical Insurance
  • Need meds quick?
  • Accidentally injured?
  • Suddenly sick?

We’ve got your back.

Emergency Medical Transportation

We'll get you to hospital quickly.

  • Explorer Plan: USD $500,000
  • Standard Plan: USD $500,000
Evacuation and Repatriation
  • Banged up abroad?
  • Need a hospital urgently?
  • Medivac home?

Help starts here.

Protect your gear

Cover your stolen or damaged gear and tech.

  • Explorer Plan: USD $3,500
  • Standard Plan: USD $2,500
Protect your gear
  • Passport or tech stolen?
  • Airline lost your gear?
  • Bags delayed?

Help starts here.

  • Overseas Medical & Dental Expenses
  • 24 hour Emergency Assistance
  • Emergency Medical Transport
  • Repatriation & Travel Expenses
  • Pre-Trip Cancellation
  • Trip Interruption
  • Resumption of Trip
  • Travel Delay
  • Missed connection (Explorer)
  • Hijacking (Explorer)
  • Baggage & Personal Items
  • Passport & Travel Documents
  • Personal Liability
  • Rental vehicle insurance excess (Explorer)
  • Personal accident (Explorer)
*This is a general summary for all residents except from USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Europe, Brazil, China and Philippines. Restrictions, exclusions and limitations will apply. Coverage may not be available for all countries, states or provinces. Benefit limits may vary depending on the plan chosen. Get a quote for full details.

24/7 emergency assistance

Whether you need medical assistance or emergency evacuation, our teams 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?
Phone:+353 21 237 8008 or +353 21 237 8003 (calls are not toll free. You can claim your itemised call costs)

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