Bridge Swinging Travel Insurance
Specialist cover for high-risk sports and adventure travel.
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Cover for specialist sports equipment
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Bridge swinging is an extreme adventure activity that involves jumping from a bridge while securely attached to ropes or harness systems, creating a long pendulum-style swing. Its designed to deliver a controlled free-fall experience followed by a dramatic swing, all operated by trained professionals.
ActivitySure can cover bridge swinging when youre taking part abroad. As this is a high-adrenaline activity involving significant height, specialist equipment and precise setup, its important to make sure your travel insurance is suitable before taking part.
Choose the protection that fits your adventure
Excess £100
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£1,000
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£5,000,000
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£750
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£250
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£200
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£300
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£20 per 12hrs, max. £100
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£5,000
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£2,000,000
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£250
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£750
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£60,000
Excess £75
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£3,000
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£10,000,000
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£1,500
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£250
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£200
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£500
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£20 per 12hrs, max. £200
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£7,500
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£2,000,000
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£250
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£750
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£60,000
Excess £0
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£5,000
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£10,000,000
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£2,500
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£250
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£400
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£1000
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£20 per 12hrs, max. £400
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£15,000
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£2,000,000
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£250
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£750
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£100,000
* Protection levels are based on overall cover limits, benefits and excess across each plan.
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Single trip Bridge Swinging Travel Insurance
Perfect for one-off adventures, holidays and activity breaks abroad.
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Annual multi-trip Bridge Swinging Travel Insurance
Travel more for less with year-round protection across multiple trips.
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Whether you’re planning a one-off escape, an activity-packed holiday or travelling regularly throughout the year, our protection levels are designed to give you confidence at every stage of your journey. From emergency medical cover and cancellation protection to support while you’re away, you can choose the level of cover that best fits the way you travel and the adventures you take on.
Destination Insight
Where is popular to go bridge swinging?
Bridge swinging is typically offered in well-known adventure tourism destinations with licensed operators and purpose-built systems. One of the most famous locations is South Africas Bloukrans Bridge, known for its dramatic height and scenic surroundings. Ecuadors Baos region is another popular destination, offering bridge swings set against mountainous and river-filled landscapes.
Most travellers take part as part of organised excursions run by professional adventure companies.
Here's why bridge swinging insurance matters:
Bridge swinging involves jumping from significant heights, which naturally increases the risk of serious injury if something goes wrong. Although the activity is carefully managed, factors such as equipment failure, sudden movement or medical issues can still result in injury. Having appropriate travel insurance in place helps protect you financially if you need medical treatment or assistance while abroad.
Helpful travel tips
- Ensure your harness fits correctly and is checked by trained staff before the jump.
- Listen carefully to safety briefings and ask questions if anything is unclear.
- Do not attempt to jump until all attachments have been fully checked and confirmed by the operator.
- Avoid taking part if you feel unwell or unsure about the activity on the day.
- Always follow the instructions provided by the activity organiser and adhere to any safety recommendations made, including wearing appropriate safety equipment.
Frequently asked questions
Bridge swinging usually involves being attached to a harness and swinging from a bridge or fixed platform after a controlled drop. It’s different from abseiling, where you descend a surface using ropes, or bungee jumping, where the jump relies on an elastic cord and rebound. Bridge swinging is more of a pendulum-style activity and should always be done through a professional provider using the correct safety equipment.
Yes. Bridge swinging is covered as standard with ActivitySure, so you do not need to add it to your policy if you decide to take part.
Yes, you can be covered for emergency medical expenses if you’re injured while bridge swinging, provided the claim meets the policy terms. You should take part through a suitable organiser, follow all safety instructions and use the required safety equipment.
Yes. Bridge swinging should always be run by an experienced activity provider using proper harnesses, ropes and safety systems. You should not take part in informal or improvised versions of the activity.