Are you a naturally curious, off-the-beaten-track traveller? Do you crave travel experiences that make you feel alive? Are you chasing moments that challenge you to truly explore the fabric of a foreign country, embrace the unknown, and find adventure at every turn? This might be the travel list calling your name.
Now more than ever, people are seeking unique experiences and the chance to challenge themselves. With untouched bucket lists back on the agenda, some may find it hard to pick the top places to venture to this year. For those with the adventurous spirit, we recommend you should also know if your travel insurance will support your dream itinerary.
We’ve compiled a list of our favourite adrenaline-inducing destinations that are home to some of the most adventurous activities on the planet, and they can all be covered with Webjet Travel Insurance’s Travel Safe Plans.
Queenstown
From snowboarding the slopes of the aptly named Remarkables, or bungy jumping the historic Kawarau Bridge, to hiking the snow-covered peaks in between – when talking adventure travel, you can’t go past the quintessential home of adventure, Queenstown.
Bungy jumping has become a rite of passage for travellers to New Zealand and fortunately is automatically covered under Webjet Travel Insurance’s Travel Safe plans. Queenstown’s other must-do activities including Jet Boating, White Water Rafting and Ballooning are also automatically covered under Webjet Travel Insurance’s Travel Safe Plans.
For snow lovers, if you are on-piste snowboarding or skiing, make sure you purchase separate Snow Sports Cover*. For the daredevils looking for an extra thrill, there are a range of other activities you can book including off-piste and heli-skiing. As long as you are following local advice, these activities can be added for an additional cost under Adventure Activities* (Travel Safe Plans Only).
Hawaii
Many venture to the Hawaiian islands for its laid-back vibes with lūʻau feasts showcasing lively Hawaiian music and vibrant culture. Others embrace it as a place to shop, drink cocktails, laze in the surf and chill by the pool. Adventure travellers see Hawaii differently.
With views of blue-hued waters and the lush emerald archipelago, Hawaii’s drop zone is one of the best places to skydive in the world. Flying above the clouds and falling through the skis at 120mph is an adrenaline junkie’s dream. Webjet Travel Insurance covers Skydiving* for an additional premium under Adventure Activities* on the Travel Safe Plans Only so you can feel confident, and enjoy your holiday without a second thought.
Gili Islands
Floating just north of Lombok, surrounded by turquoise waters, lie the Gili Islands; Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno and Gili Air. Home to some of the best snorkelling and diving in Indonesia, the Gilli Islands have become synonymous with adventure travel. While the archipelago was once considered an off-the-beaten-path destination, the islands have grown in popularity and are now a mecca for water-based adventure travel.
If you want to immerse yourself in the coral kingdoms of the Gillis, snorkelling is automatically covered on Webjet Travel Insurance Travel Safe policies, while for those wanting to dive a little deeper, scuba diving between 30-50 metres can be added on for an additional premium* on the Travel Safe Plans Only.
Hiring a motorcycle or moped in Indonesia? Make sure you purchase Motorcycle and Moped Cover^ if you are going to be hopping on one during your travels.
Namibia
Snorkelling and snowboarding are well-known and loved for a reason. But if you’re wanting a lesser-known adventure activity, sandboarding may be just the ticket. Namibia’s Swakopmund and Walvis Bay are by far the most spectacular places to do it.
There are many sandboarding destinations around the world, but few are as impressive as Namibia’s – with some of the tallest dunes reaching heights of 300 metres, making them the tallest in the world. Standing atop these towering dunes is not for the faint-hearted, but with 360-degree panoramic views across the arid desert, this memory-making experience is one you won’t forget anytime soon.
Sandboarding is automatically covered by Webjet’s Travel Safe Plans.
Nepal
For some, adventure travel is about adrenaline, for others, the heart-thumping rush comes from endurance. There are few destinations on an adventure seeker’s bucket list that can come close to topping our number one spot for 2023 – Nepal.
From steamy jungles nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas to ice-capped mountain peaks on the literal top of the world – Nepal is both breath-taking and demanding, and home to some of the most inspiring and challenging treks in the world, ranging in length, time, difficulty and elevation. Depending on the length and elevation, Webjet Travel Insurance may cover you on your trek for an additional premium under Adventure Activities* on the Travel Safe Plans Only.
Click here to read more about our Adventure Activities and Snow Sports Cover.
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^To obtain motorcycle/moped riding cover (as the driver or pillion passenger) while You are travelling, We have options to vary cover available and You must pay an additional premium. Cover starts from the time the additional premium is paid. No cover will apply under SECTION 18 in the Combined FSG/PDS: Personal Liability. This means You are responsible to pay costs associated with damage to the motorcycle, moped or property or injury to another person. Your participation in any activities listed under Motorcycle/Moped Cover riding cover is subject to the terms of cover. There is no cover for anyone on a motorcycle or moped if you are racing or participating in a Professional capacity. *Your participation in any of the activities listed under adventure activities is subject to the terms of cover. There is no cover for these activities if you are racing or participating in a Professional capacity. Please refer to the Policy Wording for all conditions around adventure sports cover. The details in this blog reference the features of the Travel Safe plans/White Label product purchased separately via insurance.webjet.co.nz. There is no option to add the adventure activities cover to the travel insurance product purchased within a Webjet booking made via webjet.co.nz (integrated product).
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