Zip Lining Travel Insurance
Cover for recreational zip lining and related injuries
Access to 24/7 emergency medical support
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What is zip lining?
Zip lining involves travelling along a suspended cable between two points using a pulley system. Courses can cross forests, valleys or other open landscapes and may include several lines connected by elevated platforms.
Can I get travel insurance for zip lining?
Yes, policies that cover amateur recreational zip lining can be available through Direct Travel.
Add zip lining when getting your quote and check that it appears on your Policy Certificate or policy documents. Take part through an established provider and follow the instructions given by its staff.
Zip lining top tips:
- Add zip lining when getting your quote
- Check that it appears on your policy documents
- Book through an established activity provider
- Attend the safety briefing and follow the guide’s instructions
- Check that the course matches your experience and ability
What can travel insurance help with?
If you’re injured while taking part in insured zip lining, emergency medical expenses and repatriation can be covered, subject to the terms and limits of your policy.
Depending on the policy selected, cover may also be available for cancellation, curtailment and other travel-related problems. Check the applicable Policy Wording.
Zip Lining FAQs
Does zip lining need to be added to my policy?
Yes. Add zip lining when getting your quote and check that it appears on your Policy Certificate or policy documents before taking part.
Is a zip wire the same as zip lining?
Yes. Zip wire and zip lining are commonly used to describe the same activity. Choose the activity name available during the quote process and check that it appears on your policy documents.
Can a recreational zip lining session be covered?
Yes, an amateur recreational session can be covered when zip lining appears on your policy documents and the claim meets the policy terms.
Can a canopy zip line tour be covered?
A recreational canopy tour can be covered where it consists of organised zip lines and platforms. Add any other activities included in the tour separately and check your policy documents.
Does zip lining need to be supervised?
You should take part through an established provider, attend its safety briefing, and follow the instructions given by the guides throughout the course.
Does zip lining cover bungee jumping or bridge swinging?
No. Bungee jumping and bridge swinging are listed separately. Add each activity you plan to undertake and check your policy documents.
Can medical expenses be covered if I am injured?
Emergency medical expenses can be covered if zip lining appears on your policy documents and the claim meets the policy’s terms and conditions.
Can I get cover if I have a medical condition?
Pre-existing medical conditions are considered separately from activity cover. Declare them when getting your quote, as cover is subject to medical screening and acceptance.
Cover is subject to the terms, conditions, limits and exclusions of your policy. Check the applicable Policy Wording and your policy documents before taking part.
