Travel Insurance when Bridge Walking
Bridge walking - Consider Travel Insurance
Travel Insurance Saver offers a variety of online travel insurance plans that may provide cover for those engaging in bridge walking, whether it is part of a hike, walking expedition, or a standalone adventure. This activity, which combines the thrill of exploration with the appreciation of architectural wonders, may be covered under the travel insurance plans available from Travel Insurance Saver, depending on the specific event.
Some conditions may apply:
Cover may be available for bridge-walking related events depending on the event. Claims are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Bridge-walking is not generally excluded under the Travel Insurance Saver PDS. However, other general exclusions, conditions and limitations may apply. To know what you are and are not covered for, make sure you have fully read and understood the Product Disclosure Statement.
General exclusions to consider, but not limited to, a loss arising from:
- A member of the travelling party intentionally and recklessly placing themselves in circumstances, or undertaking activities which pose a risk to their personal safety (except in an attempt to save a human life); or
- Excluded Activities - hunting, playing polo, racing (except on foot), mountaineering using support ropes, paragliding, rock climbing, abseiling, participating in BASE jumping, running with the bulls, or pot holing; or
- Professional Activities - participating in, or training for, a professional sporting activity.
Travel insurance when Bridge Walking with no altitude limits:
Bridge walking, a unique blend of adventure and history, allows travellers to marvel at engineering marvels and cultural landmarks from a distinctive vantage point. Travel Insurance Saver's offfer travel insurance plans that may suit those travellers who intend to engage in bridge walking activities conducted under the supervision of trained professionals.
Travel insurance cover may include overseas medical expenses, medical evacuation, and repatriation, with specific limits based on the chosen plan. Claims are assessed on a case-by-case basis. See medical evacuation limits per each travel insurance plan below:
- Bare Essentials plan offers medical evacuation and repatriation travel insurance cover up to $250,000.
- Essentials plan increases this travel insurance cover to $500,000.
- Comprehensive and Annual Multi-Trip plans provide unlimited travel insurance cover for medical evacuation and repatriation.
No cover for taking part in a paid or professional sporting event:
While bridge walking is generally covered, it's important to note that paid professional sporting or adventure activities are excluded. Travellers with existing medical conditions planning to partake in bridge walking may need to undergo a medical screening to potentially have their condition covered as a specified medical condition under the Comprehensive or Annual Multi-Trip plans.Travel insurance when Bridge Walking for different destinations:
Key destinations where bridge walking is popular include:
- Sydney Harbour Bridge, Australia: Offers climbers breathtaking views of Sydney.
- Golden Gate Bridge, USA: Known for its panoramic views of San Francisco.
- Harbour Bridge, New Zealand: Provides scenic views of Auckland and Waitematā Harbour.
- Story Bridge, Australia: Offers unique perspectives of Brisbane.
- Bosphorus Bridge, Turkey: Bridges two continents with stunning views of Istanbul.
- Humber Bridge, United Kingdom: Offers views of the Humber Estuary.
- Lions Gate Bridge, Canada: Features vistas of Vancouver's skyline.
- Bridge of the Americas, Panama: Provides views of the Panama Canal.
- Akashi Kaikyō Bridge, Japan: Marvel at engineering brilliance and Akashi Strait views.
- Brooklyn Bridge, USA: Offers historic walks with views of the New York City skyline.
Travel insurance when Bridge Walking with cancellation cover:
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