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Hang Gliding Travel Insurance

If you plan to go to Hang Gliding while travelling in the UK or Europe, it is advisable to purchase a travel insurance policy before you leave home.

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Please Note: We can cover the days you will participate in Hang Gliding if you already have a Travel Insurance policy. When getting a quote and purchasing a policy, you must take out Adventures Party A Only, so the cover is valid.

To contact us by telephone or email, 0800 043 0020 / 01273 092 757 support@jsinsurance.co.uk

Summary of Cover (per person)

PART A

Section & Cover Limit Per Person Excess
Medical Expenses and Repatriation £10,000,000 £100
Search & Rescue £50,000 £500
Activity Equipment* £1,000 £75
Delayed Activity Equipment £200 -
Activity Equipment Hire £300 -
Legal Expenses £25,000 -
Curtailment £2,000 £100

*Activity Equipment is covered whilst in transit, storage, and use.

PART B

Section & Cover Limit Per Person Excess
Personal Possessions £2,000 £75
Valuables (incl. mobile phone) £300 £75
Delayed Possessions £200 -
Loss of Personal Money £300 £75
Loss of Travel Documents £1,000 £75
Cancellation (incl Activity Course Fees) £5,000 £100
Travel Disruption £1,000 -
Travel Delay £120 -
Abandonment £5,000 £100

Hang Gliding Travel Insurance is arranged for JS Travel Insurance through PJ Hayman & Company Limited, authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (Financial Services Register number 497103). Registered office: Stansted House, Rowlands Castle, Hampshire PO9 6DX. Reg no. 2534965. Adventures Travel Insurance is underwritten by  Antares Syndicate 1274 at Lloyd&rsquo's. Antares is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority.

Common Injuries Whilst Hang Gliding

Hang Gliding can be dangerous and should not be undertaken lightly. Thermal and wind currents can make the Glider challenging to control, leading to collisions with highly stationary objects or crashes.

Injuries received can range from bruising to broken bones. Fatalities are usually related to head injuries.

To avoid injuring yourself when Hang Gliding, follow a few simple steps:

  • Ensure you have had training from a Qualified Instructor before starting the hang glider.
  • Ensure you have the proper equipment, including a suit, harness, and hang Glider.
  • Choose a location appropriate to your skill level. As a beginner, do not try anything too challenging.
  • Make sure the weather conditions are conducive to a safe flight.

Popular Hang Gliding Destinations

  • Interlaken, Switzerland. This beautiful town is located in the heart of the Swiss Alps. It is a popular destination for hang gliding and offers stunning views of the mountains and lakes.
  • Annecy, France. This is a town in the French Alps, on the shores of Lake Annecy. It is a popular destination for all kinds of outdoor activities.
  • Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, is a city famous for its beaches, mountains, and the Christ Redeemer statue. It is also a great place to hang gliding, with city views and the surrounding coastline.
  • Birzebbuga, Malta, is a small town located on the south coast of Malta. It is a popular destination for hang gliding and paragliding, and the cliffs and the Mediterranean Sea offer stunning views.
  • Queenstown, New Zealand, is a town on the South Island of New Zealand. It is a popular destination for adventure sports. There are many places to hang gliding in Queenstown, with views of the mountains and lakes.

Pre-Existing Medical Conditions

We can provide you with a policy if you have pre-existing medical conditions and plan to participate in Hang Gliding. 

Our provider (Adventures) can offer travel insurance, including Hang Gliding if you have a pre-existing medical condition.

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Useful Websites

British Hang Gliding & Paragliding Association

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